AI rules in Quarter Horses, which permit shipment of frozen semen, also allow embryo transfers. Ten years ago, a group of Quarter horse breeders challenged an AQHA rule limiting a mare to conceive just one foal per year, saying the Read more…
Sidebone rarely causes lameness, however if some of the bony formations fracture, rub together or push against other sensitive structures in the foot, this can potentially cause pain and manifest as lameness. How does side bone affect horses? Sidebone may Read more…
When a horse is down, it can be either due to a primary injury or poor footing (particularly in the winter). Your veterinarian, who you called immediately because of rule #2, can quickly determine if there’s an injury that you Read more…
Staggers is caused by specific mycotoxins, most commonly lolitrem B produced by the endophyte fungi within perennial rye-grass. Staggers may also result from ingestion of mycotoxins in other grasses such as Claviceps paspali in paspalum grass. The toxins are particularly Read more…
Horses are no more difficult to draw than any other thing. People who have difficulty drawing usually have not learned the ability to observe and compare what they are trying to draw and how it relates to the rest of Read more…
Glucosamine relieves pain, sometimes in as short a time as 10 to 14 days. Studies have shown that it can slow cartilage breakdown and may encourage healing. An effective dose is 6,000 to 10,000 mg/day. The 10,000 mg dose is Read more…
Omega 6s are involved in the body’s role of producing inflammation mediators so that when illness or infection is present, the body can respond appropriately. Omega 3s help to ensure that inflammation responses do not occur when the horse is Read more…
Glucosamine for horses helps to support horse joint health by assisting with the production and maintenance of cartilage; naturally targeting the body’s inflammatory response; and improving joint comfort (particularly in senior or active horses). What are the negative effects of Read more…
Chia seeds are one of the healthiest, most nutrient dense foods on earth, and are especially great for horses. Chia seeds can be used as a natural replacement for many supplements because they already contain many of the same nutrients. Read more…
In addition, B-Group vitamins for horses are also required for cell repair and therefore adequate B-Group vitamin supplementation is essential to ensure optimal muscle recovery. B-Group vitamins for horses are vital for optimal performance, particularly in horses undergoing intense exercise Read more…