Beta – Alanine? What is it and why feed it? Beta Alanine is an amino acid that supports muscle performance by allowing the natural ability of the muscles to deal with lactic acid build up, this is important for the horse athlete. Carnosine (a mini protein or dipeptide) is a natural buffer against lactic acid […]
It is definitely cold outside and as equestrians we all dread this time of year, so we have been chatting to Synovium’s riders to find out their top equine winter tips. As we head into January we know it is going to be wet, cold, icey which poses many challenges to all horse owners. These […]
Did you know that the most common cause of equine respiratory, COPD in horses is an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to the dust spores from hay and straw. Horses have delicate lungs and are very sensitive to dusts, pollens, and mold spores; exposure to these irritants over time can cause damage to the respiratory system. COPD […]
How horse supplements can benefit your horse Good nutrition is the basis of a balanced diet and is one that supplies all the essential nutrients that a horse needs daily but its complexity means it is frequently misunderstood. Vitamins and minerals are two of the essential nutrients needed by horses, an imbalance of these nutrients […]
Catch up on some essential training from the National Dressage Convention with Brand Ambassador Ferdi Eilberg on Horse & Country TV Have you been missing out on valuable training this year? Then get ready for 2021 with The National Dressage Convention 2020. Now available on catch up with Horse & Country TV. Training to Test […]
Arthritis is one of the most common ailments to affect horses, especially in later life. What is arthritis? Arthritis in horses refers to a degeneration of the articular surfaces of the joint, caused by inflammation, which causes pain, stiffness and sometimes restriction of movement. It is caused by repetitive wear and tear of the protective […]
Are you giving your horse a break during these uncertain times? With all equestrian events cancelled for the time being, horses are being turned out to the field or their workload has been reduced. Whilst it is much easier to look at the negatives surrounding us now, Synovium vets want to help you look at […]
Winter means shorter days and wet, cold weather when horses will typically spend more time stabled. So how can we ensure when stabling horses in winter that they stay healthy and happy? RESPIRATORY HEALTH Spending more time stabled means horses are prone to developing respiratory problems, due to spending longer periods of time being exposed […]
Synovium Horse Health are delighted to announce 15yo International Showjumper Aimee Jones to Team Synovium Horse Health UK. Based in Shropshire, Aimee is a talented young rider who has already represented Great Britian in the Children on Horses and the European Championships in 2019, where she won team bronze and individual 8th. Aimee currently jumps […]
Why are joint supplement for horses important? Are you doing enough to protect your horse’s joints? We all want the best for our horses. We want to see our horses live a long, healthy, happy, and enjoyable life. Most horse owners know that joint problems can impact a horse’s athletic life significantly in performance and […]
