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Feeding for a Calmer Horse

Feeding for a Calmer Horse

Is your horse spooky and often too fizzy? Our Nutritionist discusses important factors to consider when it comes to managing this behaviour and evaluating why it may be occurring…

Feeding for a Calmer Horse
Equine metabolic syndrome

Equine metabolic syndrome

In issue 4 of The Journal for Equine Nutrition, guest contributor Alison Morris takes an in-depth look at Equine Metabolic Syndrome, the risk factors associated with it and how horses with this condition can be managed.
Equine metabolic syndrome
Keeping Horses Warm This Winter: An Insight into Thermoregulation and The Horse's Requirements

Keeping Horses Warm This Winter: An Insight into Thermoregulation and The Horse's Requirements

Winter conditions vary dramatically between various regions, as does the tolerance of individual horses to changes in temperature, precipitation, and wind. Rebecca Allan gives an insight into thermoregulation and the horse's requirements.
Keeping Horses Warm This Winter: An Insight into Thermoregulation and The Horse's Requirements
The Importance of Parasite Control and Targeted Treatment

The Importance of Parasite Control and Targeted Treatment

Horses turned out on grass are likely to have issues with parasites throughout their life. Anouk Frieling, Senior Nutritionist, investigates the importance of controlling and managing parasite infections.
The Importance of Parasite Control and Targeted Treatment
Keeping Horses Hydrated Throughout Winter

Keeping Horses Hydrated Throughout Winter

Winter is a dark and cold time of year where keeping yourself and your horses warm becomes the main priority, probably the last thing on your mind is that your horse could become dehydrated. Assistant Nutritionist, Rebecca Allan, discusses how you can ensure your horse is kept hydrated throughout winter...
Keeping Horses Hydrated Throughout Winter
Forage Options for Horses

Forage Options for Horses

Professor Murray and Dr. Daniels explore the different types of forage available, helping you to choose the best option for your horse this winter.
Forage Options for Horses
Managing our Horse’s Grass Intake

Managing our Horse’s Grass Intake

Dr. Stephanie Wood investigates the ways in which you can manage your horse's grass intake...
Managing our Horse’s Grass Intake
Fuel or Filler? What is the Real Nutrient Content of Grass for Horses?

Fuel or Filler? What is the Real Nutrient Content of Grass for Horses?

As horse managers we are aware that time at grass is important for our equine companions. Dr. Simon Daniels explores what is the real nutrient content of grass for horses.
Fuel or Filler? What is the Real Nutrient Content of Grass for Horses?
Your Horse’s Gut:  Gastrointestinal Structure and Function

Your Horse’s Gut: Gastrointestinal Structure and Function

Your horse’s gut plays such an important role in maintaining health and wellbeing. Professor Jo-Anne Murray, discusses your horse's gastrointestinal structure and function...
Your Horse’s Gut: Gastrointestinal Structure and Function

Equine Pasture Management for Winter

 

The winter months are creeping in on us! Not only is it time to prepare ourselves for the drop in temperatures, the frequent rain, and the endless supply of mud, but we must also prepare our turnout areas before the harsh weather is upon us... 

 

Our Nutritionist, Ellen, shares some top tips on getting your horse’s turnout pasture fit and ready for the colder period.  

Equine Pasture Management for Winter