The two most dangerous times for laminitis are in the spring and autumn, depending on where you live. Cooler climates and high altitudes can increase the potential for laminitis as the day and night temperatures fluctuate, along with the amount of sunlight and daylight hours. For example, if you live in the […]
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Developed by Carol Layton from Balanced Equine, the Hoof Xtra Mineral mix came about after horse owners requested a mix which offers the nutrients that benefit horses who are either laminitic prone or diagnosed as insulin resistant (IR), also known as Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) or chronic laminitis. What is
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There are only two kinds of horses…. those that have laminitis and those that could someday get it! So what is laminitis and how do horses get it? Put simply, laminitis is the inflammation of the sensitive laminar corium in the hoof, causing a breakdown of the bond between the
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It’s that time of year again. If you’re in an area that has enough rainfall to grow grass, then as soon as the weather changes to allow that, be sure to know the best strategies to keep your horse safe. Â Laminitis can sneak up on you, but knowing the early
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By Vanessa. At an agricultural field day, I came across a small metal pen housing cute young miniature ponies. Three of them were in a tiny pen and as I got closer I saw they were all for sale. They were grumpy and bored and occasionally one would be aggressive
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When I discovered this book I had to order it right away – and when it arrived I was thrilled at the quality of the photos and the message this book conveys. Although it is aimed at younger readers, all the adults I’ve shown it to love it. Ann-Louise MacDonald
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Featured Product in the Natural Horse World Store Horse Playgrounds DVD – On Sale for $24.95 with free postage. Get your horse playground set up to practice for Horse Agility featured in the Horsemanship section of this blog. This DVD contains step-by-step detailed instructions showing how you can make your
