Selenium is an essential equine trace mineral that supports antioxidant defense, muscle integrity, immune function, metabolism and thyroid activity.
Stories by Carol Shwetz, DVM
Coffin bone rotation does not cause laminitis in horses
It’s important to understanding laminitis as the breakdown of this living anchor rather than as the rotation of a bone
The living architecture of a horse hoof — laminae, fascia and blood vessels — is meant to stay in alignment with the bone.When these living structures fail, the capsule loses its attachments.
Hoof crack problems can often be solved in the hindgut
While hoof wall cracks might not always cause lameness, they are seldom purely cosmetic and often point to underlying health concerns that deserve closer attention.
Fibre is more than food — it is habitat for an ecosystem
When I was a veterinary student, there was a moment that fundamentally reshaped how I understood nutrition.
Pelvic instability often undiagnosed in young horses
Recent findings suggest that pelvic collapse, caused by incomplete fusion of the pelvic symphysis, is a widespread yet largely undiagnosed condition, especially in young thoroughbreds, and likely prevalent in other sport horses.
The art and nuances of effective slow feeding for horses
Slow feeding has gained significant traction within the horse community in recent decades, driven by a deeper understanding of equine digestive physiology and the importance of natural foraging behaviours.
Approach to horse hoof care has evolved over the years
Hoof care has been deeply influenced by the barefoot movement, which emerged as a response to the limitations of traditional horseshoeing
Hoof care has been deeply influenced by the barefoot movement, which emerged as a response to the limitations of traditional horseshoeing
Proper horse fuel requires correct carb rations
Glacier FarmMedia – Modern horse feeding advice frequently recommends adding concentrated feeds to pasture or hay diets. This is often considered essential to meet caloric needs for performance or to ensure sufficient intake of vitamins and minerals. There is growing evidence that paints a different picture. Grain-heavy processed diets may contribute to various digestive and […] Read more
