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B Vitamins – What are they and why are they so important?

B vitamins are essential to a horse’s health. Bacteria in the hindgut produce some B vitamins, while others are gained from fresh green forage, or fortified concentrate feeds in the horse’s diet. Many horses get all the B vitamins they...

Autumn Skin & Coat

As Autumn approaches, those winter coats will start to grow, so let’s talk all things coat and skin! The skin and coat can act as a useful indicator for what is going on inside the horse’s body and is often...

Autumn Hoof Care: Why It’s Crucial and How to Maintain Healthy Hooves

Autumn brings cooler weather, wetter ground, and changing pasture conditions — all of which can affect your horse’s hooves. Paying attention to hoof care during this season helps maintain normal horn quality, comfort, and overall soundness. Why Hoof Care Matters...

Top Tips for Maintaining Healthy Summer Skin

1. Protect Against Biting Insects Sweet itch is one of the most common and frustrating summer skin conditions, caused by an allergic reaction to the saliva of biting midges (Culicoides). Prevention is key. Use fine mesh sweet itch rugs and fly...

Navicular Syndrome in Horses

Navicular syndrome, or navicular disease, is a common cause of forelimb lameness in horses, particularly performance horses. Navicular Disease can be found in all breeds and ages, but is most common in Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods and Quarter horses, usually 4 to...