What you feed your horse, when you feed your horse and how you feed your horse can lead to or prevent a colic.
Dietary Management of Horse Colic
Horse Feeding Schedule
Horses are built to graze. All day, every day. Of course, that's not always possible. When your horse is not on pasture, it's important to feed him…
Equine Dehydration Symptoms
We usually associate dehydration with hot, humid weather, but it can occur at any time. In fact, winter dehydration is common in horses because they…
Hay Testing
Horse hay testing is a good idea. It's the only way to be sure of its actual nutrient content. And knowing the nutrient content is important so you…
Quality Horse Hay
High quality horse hay is an important source of nutrients in your horse’s diet. Your horse will eat 2 to 2.5% of its body weight a day and for…
Blister Beetles
If you buy alfalfa hay, be aware of blister beetles. Small but sinister, blister beetles contain cantharidin, a deadly horse toxin. In small amounts,…
Horse Probiotics
Horse probiotics add natural and beneficial bacteria to your horse's intestines and may help reduce the frequency of colic. Used properly, probiotics…
How To Get Your Horse To Drink More Water
During hot, humid weather, your horse may not drink enough water to prevent dehydration. Hard work in hot, humid conditions will lead to fluid loss,…