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Gut health in the horse. One of the most important aspects of their wellbeing that is most often overlooked. What is the connection between poor gut health in the horse and the development of EPM or Lyme disease? There is a distinct connection and this factor is most often made worse during the course of […]
Gut Health in the Horse and the EPM or Lyme Disease Read More »
EPM has become a common clinical problem in the horse, being primarily a parasitic infection of the central or peripheral nervous system cased by Sarcocystis neurona. The condition is commonly diagnosed in all breeds of horses and different levels of activity from the backyard companion to the elite dressage competitor. When not managed properly and
EPM in the Horse; A Case Study with Herbs and Diet Read More »
Wow! That is a very important question! How important is your horse’s gut health? What do you believe as a horse owner? For some owners and horses, the connection is real, such as in the case of ulcers, recurrent colic, or irritable bowel type of conditions, but for others, it may not be so obvious.
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Digestion. It is a simple, yet, very complex process in the horse that is often overlooked by owners and veterinarians. We often see it as just being a matter of putting food into the mouth, then the stomach, and all will be well in the end. Although that concept is rather simple, the process is
Equine Digestion, Gut Health, and Impact on Disease Read More »
If you own a horse, especially one that is competing, I don’t have to tell you that there are ‘gut’ problems in the industry. It seems as if almost every horse is on an ulcer medication in some shape or form. Gastrogard® and Ulcergard® tubes seem to be almost a staple in every tack box. We have a problem, but are we addressing it correctly? What are the causes of the GI distress and is there something more we can do to assist our equine companions to adjust? Or are we destined to just continue the expensive dance of anti-ulcer medications? Let’s take a different look at the problem and see if we can produce some answers.
A New Look At Gut Health in Horses Read More »