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Supplements for the Horse Respiratory System
What supplement can I use as a bronchodilator for endurance race horses in a dusty environment?
Hoof Supplements vs Hoof Topicals
It’s rained on and off here outside Chicago for a while now. Due to standing in water, our horse’s hooves got soft. Our vet told us to give him Farrier’s Formula supplements, which we did.
Rapid Weight Loss in Horse
I have an 8-year-old gelding, purchased under a year ago. He has been in pasture w/ my mare and filly they are fat and gaining weight and look good, however; he is losing weight.
Feeding Round Bales to Horses
I have a boarding barn where the pastures have been eaten down. In lieu of the grass I now put out a fairly decent round bale for the horse to eat off of. I observe their behavior and essentially there are no bullies hogging the bale.
”The Matrix” Meets Horse Supplements
Is there a matrix somewhere that recommends types of daily supplements that should be used based on type of grain fed, type of use, hours of forage/day, etc?
Best Supplements and Exercise for Horse with OCD
I have a five year old Belgian mare that has some ocd in her hocks. She also had a bone chip in her pastern as a weanling. The chip was removed and the joint cleaned up in surgery. I am now riding this mare both trails and western pleasure. She has been on joint supplements [...]
Supplement Recommendations for an EPM Survivor?
I have a 15 YO Warmblood gelding who is an EPM survivor. He has some residual neurological issues, what do you recommend for his supplements?
Supplements for a Young Horse
I have an AQHA filly that just turned 2-years-old. Everyone is giving me their thoughts regarding horses ‘supplements.’ I thought that if she is receiving a good quality feed plus plenty of quality hay and pasture to graze upon, she would be fine. Now I am starting to wonder if I should be giving her [...]
Rehabilitating a Hardkeeper
I have recently taken in a 21-year-old gelding that had been in my family in the past. His body condition score (BCS) was between a one/two. He has been fed performance 12:12, but I wondered if there is something else I can offer him or am I just being too impatient?
Joint Supplements and the Benefits of MSM
I am so confused about joint supplements. I have a 3 yr old in training and I want to give him supplements for maintenance while he is being ridden every day. If he develops a problem, is the MSM going to help? Is it good for them to get MSM every day? He is currently [...]
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This is a space where all of us horse addicts can get together to discuss some serious topics related to horse health. I will be posting two to three answers a week to the questions you have about your horse’s health related issues. Keep in mind these are only my opinions and they are for informational purposes only. Please consult your veterinarian before treating your horse or pony for any ailment.
In addition to answering questions from you I will be sharing some of the many articles that I have written. Also, I will try to keep you up to date on the latest developments in the world of equine health and nutrition.
- Dr. Lydia Gray
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Supplements for the Horse Respiratory System
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A Groom’s Tale: Part I
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Hoof Supplements vs Hoof Topicals
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Meet Hannah and Barbie
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Greg:
It is much appreciated! Stay safe and give your partner a treat from us please. -
Greg:
Thank you. I'd say something about tires, but I would jinx the trailer so I won -
Greg:
Isn't that the truth, I really wish I hadn't managed to do that. -
Greg:
Sam it is going to take more than that to get it done!! ;-) -
Greg:
Best wishes for a speedy recovery, and that the spinal surgery helps. Greg
