Spelling the end to winter spells
As the day lengths are increasing, so is the opportunity for a lot of people to begin working their horses after a winter break. If you’re dusting off your riding gear, there are few things we want to...
View ArticleDoes your horse have a spring in their step?
Across a lot of paddocks, we’re starting to see the first flush of sweet, fresh, yummy green grass, and along with it the excitement in our horse’s eyes… but what if that also means excitement in other...
View ArticleSpring is in the (h)air!
We’re saying farewell to the longer and thicker winter woollies that help keep our horses warm through winter, and welcoming in a shorter and finer summer wardrobe. This smooth coat lies flat and helps...
View ArticleDoes your horse have a drinking problem?
Dehydration probably isn’t at the front of most horse owner’s minds during winter, but the combination of inactive horses, reduced pasture availability, lots of dry hay, and limited water intake can...
View ArticleFeeling the cold this winter?
Did you know that what you feed can help keep your horse warmer, help them maintain their body weight, and keep your feed bills down? On top of the normal calories contained in fibre based feeds,...
View ArticleWhy chew chews to feed your horse fibre?
In their natural environment, horses spend more time chewing than they do anything else – a whopping 16-20 hrs a day… more than any other domestic hoofed animal! Whether they are eating or not, horses...
View ArticleExtend your hay with Horse & Pony
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Feeding Tip: Understanding ‘Free Choice’ Minerals, Blocks, and Licks
It’s a common belief that horses have an innate ability to sense when their diet is lacking in certain nutrients and will instinctively self-regulate by consuming the right amount of minerals to...
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Managing Laminitis in Horses and Ponies
Laminitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that can be triggered by various events and risk factors. While it can occur at any time, spring is a particularly high-risk period...
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Feeding the Senior Horses with Poor Teeth
As advancements in care and nutrition continue to improve, our horses are living longer, healthier lives. However, feeding our beloved senior horses, especially those with deteriorating teeth,...
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Understanding How Diet Contributes to Anxiety in Horses
Managing anxiety in horses is a challenge that many owners face, as it can manifest in various behaviours such as restlessness, spookiness, or even aggression. While environmental factors, training,...
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