My Journey into Equine Nutrition and Podiotherapy
In 2007, I purchased a thoroughbred called Maurice. He was a beautiful big chestnut that I bought on a whim—without considering his age or anything else. He was just so…
Hoof Health: Beyond the trim
When it comes to maintaining strong, healthy hooves, many horse owners assume that their hoof care professional has it all covered. However, hoof health is not just about trimming or…
Education and Early Detection (PPID & EMS)
At some point in our equine journeys, we may come across horses that are affected by PPID (Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction) aka Cushings, and EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome), also referred…
Reflecting on My Journey as a Barefoot Trimmer
Recently, I’ve been reflecting on why I chose to become a barefoot trimmer. It all began when I lost a horse to PPID/Cushing’s, which led to catastrophic founder. I felt…
Laminitis – Symptom or Disease?
Laminitis is often a symptom of mechanical issues, systemic problems, or, most commonly, endocrine disorders such as PPID (e.g., Cushing’s Disease) or EMS (i.e., Insulin Resistance). You’ll often hear me…
The Essential Role of Salt for Your Horse’s Diet.
Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is an essential mineral for your horse. It plays a crucial role in numerous bodily functions, with hydration being one of the most vital.…
Simplifying Equine Nutrition
3 Key Points to Remember: A hay analysis of pasture or hay is the gold standard starting point for balancing your horse’s nutrition. It provides the foundation of nutrients, identifying…
Why is forage so important for your horse?
We hear many words in the equine world on what is appropriate to feed our horses, is can be a minefield. What we do know for certain, is that horses…
Copper & Zinc
Today we’re looking at a crucial aspect of equine care – the role of iron, copper, and zinc in your horse’s diet. Under the guidance of Dr. Kellon, VMD, I…
Managing Seedy Toe
Seedy toe (also known as white line disease) is the bain of every hoof professional’s existence! It’s an invasion of anaerobic pathogens invading the inner hoof wall and/or white line…
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