Reading Time: 2 minutes In many stables, coughs are a common occurrence in springtime. As a horse owner, you don’t need to panic right away if your horse develops a cough due to a cold. However, this infection should not be taken lightly and certainly should not be allowed to drag on. What should
Reading Time: 4 minutes Springtime marks the peak season for strongylid infestations. This is why deworming is traditionally conducted during this period. But what exactly does this entail? Strongylids Strongylids are a type of worm that reside in the intestines of horses. They come in two main varieties: large (up to 2.5 cm long
Reading Time: < 1 minute Why are pectins such a problem in horse feed Fresh grass seen at spring-time contain a high amount of pectins. As horses consume the spring grass, the pectin-decomposing microorganisms start to multiply, therefore lowering the pH value in the large intestine and creating a more acidic environment. The microorganisms residing
Reading Time: 9 minutes As people age, so do horses. While four decades ago, a horse over 20 was commonly deemed a ‘retiree,’ nowadays, it’s increasingly common to witness horses in their mid to late twenties still enjoying leisurely rides through the countryside or actively training in the riding arena. These wise animals, often
Reading Time: 7 minutes Every year, people make resolutions: Eat healthier, more sport, less stress. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always work with humans, as usually just a few weeks after the turn of the year, your weaker self catches up with you and throws you onto the sofa with a bag of crisps. But as
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