What you need to know about EGUS and ulcer supplements for horses. Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) frequently referred to as gastric ulcers in horses is a common problem. Is your horse suffering from Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS)? Identifying those horses with gastric ulceration can be difficult as early signs can be confused with […]
Our vets look at Glucosamine for horses’ joints. Most horse owners know that joint problems can impact a horse’s athletic life significantly in performance and longevity. The number of joint supplements for horses available on the market is vast, each brand offering different ingredients and making different claims to them. Some of which are […]
Why is my horse spooky or sharp, and can a horse calmer help? We have all been there and know it can frustrating dealing with a horse who repeatedly spooks at things, but it is important to understand the horses natural responses and that as a rider there are things you can do to help […]
There has been a lot of discussion about supplementing magnesium for horses. It is known as the ‘super mineral’ and has been reported to have a calming effect as well as being beneficial for obese horses, those prone to grass induced laminitis, insulin resistance and equine metabolic syndrome. However, before using a magnesium supplement for […]
