Horse Nutrition
A needs-based diet is the end-all, be-all for a healthy, fit, and resilient horse. Many illnesses or health abnormalities can indicate deficiencies in horse nutrition. Therefore, in this section we deal with special cases in horse nutrition, ranging from superfoods for horses to feeding tips for symptoms such as free faecal water.
Horses & heat: feeding horses in summer
Heat, training, sweating: in summer, horses face different challenges to those they face in winter. Although they get all the essential vitamins they need to stay healthy from the grass in the pasture, they also lose a great deal of minerals through sweating.
Here are some tips on feeding horses in summer.
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Senior horses & appropriate nutrition - Gaining and maintaining weight
Maintaining a senior horse's weight is more difficult than getting the horse to lose weight. Let's take a detailed look at how to feed senior horses so they stay healthy, fit and at a good weight.Learn more
New horses & yard changes: How to manage transitioning feed
Regardless of the reason, to ensure that the transition to a new feed situation is as smooth as possible, we have compiled some tips for you and your horse.Learn more
Feeding horses properly in spring - When the grass sprouts and the coat sheds
Horses and their owners look forward to the green season - finally fresh grass again! We provide you with tips on feeding horses in spring so you can avoid free faecal water, colic, laminitis, and circulation problems.Learn more
Weather sensitivity - Effectively supporting your horse's circulation
Many horse owners notice that their horses become skittish in windy weather or lose their energy in summer. But is there any truth to weather sensitivity in horses?Learn more
Feeding rosehips in winter - what do I need to consider?
Does your horse also love to eat fresh fruits directly from the bush in autumn? You can find out what makes rosehips so healthy, and which horses truly benefit from targeted feeding of rosehips, in our guide.Learn more
15+ Superfoods for horses: Plant-Based health boosters
We not only introduce you to a colourful spectrum of superfoods for your horse but also show you how to use them specifically for different bodily functions or ailments.Learn more
Particular challenges to consider when feeding horses in summer
In summer, horses face different challenges than during the colder season. Read on to find out what you need to consider when feeding horses in summer.Learn more
Digestive problems in horses - healthy gut all year round
In our guide, we explain how the digestive system works, what digestive problems your horse may encounter during the course of the year, and how you can support your horse's digestion!Learn more
Supporting muscle development in horses - Feeding tips
Are you having difficulty getting your horse to gain weight and build muscle? We explain muscle development in horses in relation to feeding and training.Learn more
Treating faecal water in horses through diet
Faecal water in horses can have numerous causes. One of the main reasons can be incorrect or inadequate feeding. Here are some tips on how to avoid faecal water or feed it away.Learn more
Colic in Horses - The Right Diet Afterwards
Proper feed management can prevent colic or drastically reduce the risk. What happens after the colic has been successfully treated? When can you start feeding your horse again post-colic? Read on to find out.Learn more
Feeding horses in winter - keeping them fit and healthy during the cold season
Feeding our horses in winter presents us with some challenges. In this guide, we look at the nutritional needs of horses and provide tips on feeding horses in winter.Learn more
Weight Loss in Horses During Winter
In our guide, we explain when you should pay particular attention to your horse's weight and what you can do to prevent your horse from losing weight in winter.Learn more
How can I strengthen my horse's immune system?
In winter, not only are we more susceptible to infections of all kinds, but so are our horses. Find out here how our horses' immune systems work, when they are particularly weakened and how you can strengthen them in winter!Learn more
The Right Supplement for Tendon Injuries - Feeding Your Horse Back to Full Load-Bearing Ability
Learn which nutrients are important for recovery after tendon injury in horses and which supplements are recommended for training after a full recovery.Learn more
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