By Suzie Middlebrook, B.Sc, Cavalor Nutrition Specialist
Now that we understand the basic pharmacology of the medications commonly used in treating equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS), let’s now look into […]
What are some common medications used for the treatment of ulcers?
Equine gastic ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is a highly prevalent condition in the modern horse. Fortunately, there are numerous chemical […]
Why does alfalfa help prevent gastric ulcers?
Whenever one is looking to address or prevent equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS), often times the daily ration is examined carefully along with […]
WHY DOES INCREASING FEED FREQUENCY HELP PREVENT GASTRIC ULCERS?
One of the most common syndromes found in sport horses today is equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) or more commonly referred to as just “ulcers.” […]
You want your horse to be happy and healthy so it can perform at its best. But, did you know it all starts with a healthy digestive system? Let’s […]
As much of the United States is experiencing the full force of winter, it might be a great time to review your winter feeding strategies! The energy to grow […]
WHAT ABOUT IT?
A common practice in the sport horse industry that has recently come into favor has been to supplement one’s horse with oil. People will use it for a variety […]
DOES THE PERFORMANCE HORSE NEED A LOW NSC FEED?
As we discussed a few weeks back, nonstructural carbohydrates, more commonly known as NSCs, have
become the buzzword of the equine nutrition world. […]
DOES THE SOLUTION LIE IN NUTRITION?
Last week, we discussed some symptoms of muscle issues and how to diagnose them. Now, let’s go over some of the major nutrients required […]
IS IT JOINT PAIN OR MUSCLE PAIN?
With modern veterinary medicine, it is quite easy to get into an inject-a-thon trying to pinpoint the source of your equine’s pain using […]
