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Exploring Equine Seasonal Allergies

Allergies are common in horses. Here's a look at how veterinarians and owners can identify the causes. The post Exploring Equine Seasonal Allergies appeared first on The Horse.

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Can Nutrition Boost the Equine Immune System?

Researchers are looking at how diet might influence how horses respond to stress and disease. The post Can Nutrition Boost the Equine Immune System? appeared first on The Horse.

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Working With An Equine Nutritionist

A nutritionist can tell you if you're over- or underfeeding or supplementing and address other equine diet concerns. The post Working With An Equine Nutritionist appeared first on The Horse.

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Why is My Filly Obsessed with Salt?

My filly is licking and biting her salt block obsessively. Is it possible for her to eat too much salt? The post Why is My Filly Obsessed with Salt? appeared first on The Horse.

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Trace Mineral Basics: Zinc and Copper

Learn more about these trace minerals that are vital to horse health. The post Trace Mineral Basics: Zinc and Copper appeared first on The Horse.

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Trace Mineral Basics: Cobalt

Cobalt is required in very small amounts in the equine diet. The post Trace Mineral Basics: Cobalt appeared first on The Horse.

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Trace Mineral Basics: Selenium

Selenium is required in very small amounts in the equine diet, but it has an important role in maintaining horse health. The post Trace Mineral Basics: Selenium appeared first on The Horse.

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The Probiotic and Prebiotic Puzzle

What do probiotics and their counterparts--prebiotics--do for horses? Here's what the current research says. The post The Probiotic and Prebiotic Puzzle appeared first on The Horse.

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How to Feed Horses With Gastric Ulcers

Tips include ensuring constant forage access, providing pasture turnout, and limiting concentrate intake, among others. The post How to Feed Horses With Gastric Ulcers appeared first on The Horse.

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Tips for Managing Gastric Ulcers in Performance Horses

Up to 93% of performance horses suffer from gastric ulcers. Is yours one of them? Here's how to manage the condition. The post Tips for Managing Gastric Ulcers in Performance Horses appeared first on...

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