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The Value of Foraging with Movement
It’s well known that access to forage improves gastrointestinal tract health, but how can we use locomotion to support our horses’ digestion?
How Treats Contribute to Energy and Sugar Intake in Horses
As horse owners, we love giving our horses treats. But which ones are the healthiest? How do they contribute to energy and sugar intake?
Altering Management to Prevent the Occurrence of Gastric Ulceration: A Case Study
This case study is the story of a young horse, Dia, and her experience with gastric ulcers before using an OptiMizer slow feeder.
The Cost of Gastric Ulcers in Horses: A Case Study
If you own a horse, chances are you know someone who has had to deal with gastric ulcers. This is Jasper’s story.
Debunking Myths about Mealtimes for Horses
Many people keep their horse on a rigid meal schedule and panic when it’s disrupted. But is there actually a reason to be stressed about it?
Guide to Forage Intake During the Winter
Taking care of horses in the winter can seem difficult, but they can do extremely well in cold temperatures when given some extra supports.
Understanding Optimal Forage Consumption
Most of a horse’s diet should be forage, but modern management may place more emphasis on concentrates and meal feeding. What’s the impact?
The Concept of “Good Quality” Hay
When seeking hay, requesting “good quality hay” isn’t always enough. How can we truly determine what hay is ideal? It depends on our horses.
Reducing Hay Waste: How to Do It and Why It Matters
Hay waste is a big issue when caring for horses, but it’s either wasted on the ground or through overeating. Find out how to control it.
What Can We Learn from a Hay Analysis?
There are many factors that influence the nutritional content of a hay analysis, which is why you need to have it analyzed every year.
The Value of Foraging with Movement
It’s well known that access to forage improves gastrointestinal tract health, but how can we use locomotion to support our horses’ digestion?