seasonal

With the changes in weather and rich spring grass, it's great to see the horses back out with the sun on their backs, especially after a wet and muddy winter. But for those horses at risk of laminitis, now is the time to consider the best management practices to help prevent symptoms from occurring.

With the weather beginning to warm the issues of surrounding fly control return. At best, flies are an irritance. At worst, they cause stress to the horse and they transmit bacteria, parasites and viruses. Fly control has its varying challenges depending on fly size, habitat and feeding patterns. The two categories of flies Biting Flies […]

The winter weather, cold, adverse weather and lack of grass often leads to natural weight loss in horses as they burn calories for heat regulation. Whilst for some this may be undesirable for those that are carrying a few extra pounds, winter is often a highly effective weight loss tool. Body Condition Scoring Body condition […]