'Health Issues' Articles

In our Nutrition Hub we like to keep you up-to-date with the latest horse feeding and nutritional insights. Keep checking back for the very latest horse feed information under the topic of 'Health Issues'.

 
 

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS)

The incidences and severity of cases of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) are sadly, on the increase. Recent studies suggest that approximately 93% of thoroughbred, racehorses and endurance horses suffer from ulcers. We know that certain factors can contribute to all types of gastric ulcer formation, however, we also know that appropriate management, including diet can significantly reduce the prevalence of EGUS.

 

Feeding a Laminitic Horse

With the recent spate of wet and warm weather there has been in increase in grass growth and we are well into the time of year when we as horse owners need to be increasingly aware of the risks of Laminitis.