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Vitamins for Bone Health in Horses

WebWhile vitamin D gets the lion’s share of attention for skeletal contributions, other vitamins are just as important, including vitamins A, C, and K. Vitamin A has a distinct role in equine …

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Preventative Health Care for Horses: Measuring Trends

WebLess than 40% of ponies underwent dental care; Only 4 of the 48 included horses were vaccinated (either tetanus alone or in combination with strangles only). Rabies was not …

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Health Considerations for Retired Racehorses

WebThe change in the environment together with increased liberty of movement, free-choice forages, and moving away from large, high-concentrate meals will allow for …

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Bone and Digestive Health Supplement for Horses

WebTriacton supports health in three research-proven ways: increasing bone density for skeletal strength, buffering stomach acid to bolster gastric health and reduce the incidence of …

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Role of Vitamin E in Equine Nerve and Muscle Health

WebVitamin E plays an important role in muscle and nerve function, which likely explains why the nutrient is commonly fed to performance horses. Vitamin E works in concert with …

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Equine Nutrition Resource Library: Research, Articles, and More KER

WebKentucky Equine Research is one of the most prolific private equine nutrition and exercise physiology research organizations in the world. The quantity of published research …

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Maintaining Joint Health in Horses

WebKeep horses at an optimum weight. Obesity increases the stress on joint structures, eventually leading to unsoundness in some horses. Watch for early signs of …

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Joint Supplement for Horses

WebSynovate HA® delivers high molecular weight sodium hyaluronate for horses in an easy-to-administer liquid. Maintaining proper joint health is an important factor in the longevity of …

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Nutrition Affects Hoof Growth in Horses

WebFor horses that need a higher level of hoof-related nutrients, Kentucky Equine Research offers Bio-Bloom PS ( Bio-Bloom HF in Australia) with biotin, …

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The Hindgut: Understanding Its Role in Equine Digestive Health

WebDigestive efficiency drops as a result. In many horses, this manifests as poor appetite, crabby disposition, recurrent colic, and onset of certain stable vices, such as …

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Joint Support for Horses

WebHigh-quality Glucosamine HCl and Chondroitin Sulfate. KER-Flex® contains high-quality glucosamine HCl, chondroitin sulfate, MSM, and hyaluronic acid in a palatable powdered …

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Omega-3 and -6 Fatty Acids for Horses: Is There an Ideal Ratio

WebThe “omega movement” has been gaining momentum for over a decade, and knowledge regarding health benefits of omega fatty acids for horses has grown in leaps …

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Total Digestive Health Supplement

WebSupports total digestive tract health. Formulated by the scientists at Kentucky Equine Research, RiteTrac® is a proprietary blend of ingredients designed to support total …

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Refeeding Malnourished Horses

WebModerately starved and thin horses usually regain body weight within 60-90 days. However, severely starved horses may take 6-10 months. Once the horse has adapted to refeeding over about 2 weeks, then feeding can be increased to meet the requirements for its ideal weight. Horses should have free-choice access to pasture or …

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Soy for Horses: Facts and Fallacies

WebSoybean meal is a major protein source used in horse feeds. Palatable to most horses, soybean meal contains a high concentration of protein (typically 43-53% as …

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