Health and Well Being

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Antacids for Horses – Are They Worth It?

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Horses commonly suffer from gastric ulcers, and managing stomach acid is a frequent concern for horse owners. Antacids for horses may provide temporary relief by neutralizing acid, but they do not address the underlying causes of ulcers, such as an empty stomach or high-stress feeding schedules. Effective prevention and treatment often rely on diet changes, small frequent meals, forage, and veterinary-guided medications rather than human antacids like TUMS.

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PEMF for Horses

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PEMF for horses is gaining attention as a non-invasive therapy that may support equine health and healing. Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy for horses is thought to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and aid recovery in tissues ranging from bone to cartilage. While research is ongoing and results are mixed, horse owners and veterinarians are exploring its potential role in managing injuries, soreness, and long-term conditions.

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Treating Chronic Laminitis in Horses

Health and Well Being, Legs and Hooves / By

Treating chronic laminitis in horses involves more than easing pain—it’s about long-term hoof health, dietary adjustments, and proactive prevention. By working closely with your veterinarian and farrier, you can manage inflammation, correct hoof balance, reduce triggers like excess pasture sugars, and monitor metabolic health to help your horse stay comfortable, mobile, and free from flare-ups.

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Marshmallow Fluff and Horses

Grooming, Health and Well Being, Saddles and Bridles / By

Using marshmallow fluff to mimic foamy saliva in your horse’s mouth is no longer allowed in dressage competitions per the FEI and USEF. Marshmallow fluff and horses makes them appear to be softly chewing the bit and accepting the contact, but it can hide an open mouth, blue tongues, and resistance to the bit. Foamy saliva and sweat do no indicate relaxation or stress in horses.

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Founder in the Spring – Prevention and Care

Health and Well Being, Legs and Hooves / By

Lush grass after winter can create founder in the spring for horses, especially those with metabolic conditions like EMS and Cushing’s. The higher sugars and starches react in the hindgut to create gas, endotoxins, and a changing pH that lead to laminitis and sometimes founder. Use grazing muzzles and treat spring grass like a diet change.

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