Most horse people have heard of the practice of soaking hay before feeding it. Hay has long been soaked in…
Equine hydration is always a concern, but it is critically important during times of stress, such as while traveling,…
All across the country, grass is on the move—upwards! These are the weeks and months of hay production, and as…
A horse’s digestive system is very different from a human’s. Horses are hindgut fermenters, which means the bulk of their…
Q: I’ve heard that horses shouldn’t be allowed unlimited grazing when the lush spring grass comes in—that it’s dangerous. How…
It’s a common perception that horses eat grain. But should they? Is grain really necessary in your horse’s diet? The…
Yum - there’s nothing better than a steaming bowl of comfort food when it’s cold out, right? At times over…
Phillip Dutton and Mr. Medicott It’s no secret many top riders prefer the competitive edge a hot horse can give.…
Equine nutrition expert Juliet Getty, Ph.D., of Getty Equine Nutrition (www.gettyequinenutrition.com) helps us separate fact from fiction when it…
It may seem strange that a horse can essentially live in a field full of salad and yet maintain good…