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Does My Horse Need Electrolytes?
Electrolytes are common and we hear about them frequently (especially in the summer!), but what are they really? Briefly, electrolytes are minerals in the body which help maintain fluid balance...
Bran Mash for Horses: Friend or Foe?
I can remember as a kid making a large batch of bran mash filled with carrots and apples for the horses during the barn Christmas party so they could celebrate...
Is Leaky Gut in Dogs and Horses a Concern?
Leaky gut, also known as ‘increased intestinal permeability’, is a newer term in the medical and veterinary world, but it can be defined as cracks or holes in the epithelial...
Is the Microbiome Related to Ulcers in Horses?
Did you know that up to 65% of performance horses and even many non-performance horses are affected by ulcers? (1,2). These can be extremely painful for the horse and can...
The Many Faces of Horse Colic: From Enteroliths to Twisted Intestines
Key Takeaways: Causes of horse abdominal pain range from intestinal twists to blockages to infections. The equine GI tract is large and complex and suspended within the abdomen from single...
Colicky Horse? Take These Steps First
Key Takeaways Walk the low-grade colicking horse Call the vet ASAP Assess the horse’s manure Withhold feed or offer small meals only Offer water and electrolytes Should You Walk a...
