Category: Feeding Your Horse

What is nitric oxide? Nitric oxide (NO) is a compound produced in virtually every cell type in the body and is recognised as having several

As we are now experiencing spring weather, it’s important to consider how changes in the environment and management can affect our horses. At this time

What is L-arginine? L-arginine is an amino acid, which was discovered in 1895 and is involved in several metabolic pathways in the body, as well

There are a few areas that are important to consider in relation to feeding your horses during the autumn and winter months. In this article

Vitamins and minerals are two of the six essential nutrients required by horses.  Horses only need relatively small quantities of vitamins and minerals; however, an

Introduction Weaning usually occurs at around 6 months of age in most management practices; however, some foals are weaned as early as 3 months of

Fibre explained The term fibre is the collective term used to describe the cell wall components of the plant.   There are two further definitions of

Horses that are in training and are competing require good nutritional support to aid optimal performance and also recovery from training and competing.  This support

What is energy? We all need energy to survive and your horse is no different.  Energy is required to maintain the body’s many vital functions

This week Professor Jo-Anne Murray has produced an easy to watch, informative video explaining how to prevent equine gastric ulcer syndrome. The video includes a

A dressage horse needs to be powerful and athletic along with having a high level of concentration and obedience.  In terms of the work that