Is High Starch Good For Horses?

It is well documented that horses are ineffective at utilising starch if fed in excess and recent studies have concluded that horses should be fed a low starch diet, as higher amounts can lead to the development of gastric ulcers, insulin resistance, laminitis and muscle myopathies (such as tying up). Read more…

Why Is My Horse Always Bloated?

If your horse has a bloated belly, consult your veterinarian. A distended abdomen can be a sign of weight gain or other serious health issues such as a heavy parasitic infection or endocrine dysfunction (Cushing’s disease). These conditions must be ruled out to definitively diagnose hay belly. What causes bloated Read more…