Blog posts tagged with 'health'

In the final part of our feed better for less™ series, Dr. Stephanie Wood looks at how to supplement our horses in the most cost-effective way...

Rebecca Allan, Feedmark’s Assistant Nutritionist, explores the different toxins that can be found in plants commonly found in grazing or forage, and discusses the consequences of their consumption on the horse’s health.

Horses are seasonal breeders and the breeding season for horses in the northern hemisphere generally lasts from April to October. Anouk Frieling, MSc Equine Sciences, BSc (Hons), discusses the nutrition of the stallion...

Horses turned out on grass are likely to have issues with parasites throughout their life. Anouk Frieling, Senior Nutritionist, investigates the importance of controlling and managing parasite infections.

Boswellia has increased in popularity for feeding to horses over recent years. Feedmark are continuously investing in new product development (NPD) so horse owners can support their horse's health with the products and ingredients they want. In response, Feedmark have developed Boswellium™...

Dr. Helen Warren explains what pre- and probiotics are and how you can support your horse’s intestinal health.

Dr. Stephanie Wood investigates the ways in which you can manage your horse's grass intake...

As horse managers we are aware that time at grass is important for our equine companions. Dr. Simon Daniels explores what is the real nutrient content of grass for horses.

Your horse’s gut plays such an important role in maintaining health and wellbeing. Professor Jo-Anne Murray, discusses your horse's gastrointestinal structure and function...

 

Whether you’re at home with your furry companion or out at a competition, hydration is key. Before grabbing your hat and boots or your dog’s lead, consider whether they are well hydrated and how you can reduce the risk of dehydration.

 

 

With Spring on the way many owners are looking forward to having some new arrivals! It can be a nerve-racking time for those with broodmares, keeping them and the unborn foal happy and healthy. Feeding the broodmare does not have to be complicated, but here are few points that should be considered...

 

 

Convincing your horse to eat new feeds or supplements can sometimes be a tricky task. Our Nutritionist explains how to introduce new ingredients gradually and helpful tips to encourage the fussy feeder.