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Digestive Tract Health

Common Hindgut Problems in Horses

Horses have a large and complex digestive system susceptible to multiple health concerns associated with modern management. Although many owners may assume that gastric ulcers are responsible for any gut-related discomfort their horse experiences, digestive health does not stop at the stomach.

May 13, 2021

The Gut-Hoof Connection

Digestive Tract Health • Equine Nutrition • Management Tips

A healthy gastrointestinal tract and strong hooves are essential for the overall well-being of any equine athlete. Conditions that impact these vital structures can result in drastic consequences that cause discomfort and limit performance.

March 4, 2021

GI Health Considerations & Feeding SUCCEED for Foals

Digestive Tract Health • Management Tips

From the very moment a foal drops, healthy digestion becomes central to many aspects of that horse’s well-being—and it’s at that moment the newborn’s GI tract begins to face ongoing challenges.

August 7, 2017

Myth: Feed Horses Hay Before Grain

Digestive Tract Health • Management Tips • Monday Myths: Horse Care

One topic that often comes up among horse owners is whether to feed hay or grain first. Because horses expecting grain will often paw at their stall doors or whinny, some people tend to give hard feeds first, then follow with hay.

June 7, 2017

Let Show Horses Be Horses

Digestive Tract Health • Management Tips • Training & Performance

What is your mental image of a normal horse? For the serious equestrian it may include a BCS of 4.5, a well-muscled topline, a sleek hair coat, well-groomed mane and tail, clipped face, ears and legs, sparkling white chrome and deep, lustrous color.

December 13, 2016

Equitation Science Shows the Value of Equine GI Health

Digestive Tract Health • Management Tips • Training & Performance

This article provides an introductory look at the field of scientific research and education known as “equitation science.” It introduces equitation science and how it relates to and informs a better understanding of digestive health for horses in work.

December 18, 2015

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