mineral oil. Veterinarians often use mineral oil as partial treatment for impaction colic. Given through a nasogastric tube as a large bolus, mineral oil helps the horse pass the impacted mass. Mineral oil is not absorbed in the digestive tract of the horse, so it reaches the hindgut intact and Read more…
“Peppermint-flavored treats made especially for horses and peppermint candy won’t likely cause any problems, especially if they’re given sparingly, such as once a day,” said Whitehouse. Do horses like the smell of peppermint? You’ve probably seen your fair share of peppermint treats at the barn. They’re a favorite among horses! Read more…
According to Equine Wellness Magazine, peppermint helps horses’ digestive system as it contains a bitter quality that helps stimulate appetite. This is why it can help horses who are suffering from bouts of diarrhoea or loose droppings. How much peppermint should I feed my horse? For example, a healthy horse Read more…
One tablespoon of honey (21 grams) contains 17 grams of sugar. Therefore, the main reason behind feeding honey to horses is that it’s a readily available energy source. Honey’s sweetness might also entice picky eaters to consume their rations. How much honey should I give my horse? It is a Read more…
Peppermint tea can help with digestion and to prevent some forms of gas and possibly gas colic in horses. If I suspect gas colic in one of my horses, I place a couple drops of peppermint oil on his gums and his belly button area, with great results. What does Read more…
These vegetables are absolutely NOT safe for your horse to eat: avocados, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, onions, regular potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. Is black pepper good for horses? Black pepper, contains the active compound piperine, and as well as enhancing the absorption of curcumin and other nutrients, may help support immune Read more…
Healing, Increased Growth Speed, and Increased Temper of All Horse Foods Food Healing Value How Much Growth Progresses Wheat 2 HP (1 Heart) 20 Seconds Apple 3 HP (1 and a half Hearts) 60 Seconds Golden Carrot 4 HP (2 Hearts) 60 Seconds Golden Apple 10 HP (5 Hearts) 240 Read more…
Never feed a horse tomatoes or any type of peppers. Exercise extreme caution with rhubarb and avocado — the plants, in particular. Both of these vegetable plants are extremely toxic to horses. The avocado skin and pit, or seed, is also toxic. Can a horse eat a pepper? These vegetables Read more…
Curcumin, derived from the turmeric plant, is a spice that recently become popular to feed to horses as a dietary supplement. It has purported anti-inflammatory benefits and is used in horses with laminitis, arthritis, metabolic syndrome and other health conditions. What is the best anti-inflammatory for horses? Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Read more…
Research has shown that arthritic horses supplemented with omega-3 fatty acids had reduced levels of inflammation, exhibited less pain, and had longer stride length. Incorporate a complete joint supplement into your horse’s diet. What can I give a horse with arthritis? The most common drug used is phenylbutazone (bute) but Read more…