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Understanding and Managing Equine Obesity

Discover effective strategies for managing horse weight and health. Learn about obesity causes, assessment methods, and evidence-based prevention techniques. Our guide covers everything from body condition scoring to emerging trends in equine obesity research, helping you promote your horse’s well-being and performance.

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Horse of the Week – MAGGIE

As you can see, Maggie has changed massively! She is so much happier, more settled and chilled out. When you look at her lumbars and bottom, you can see how much she’s changed physically, but the biggest change is mental—she is just so calm and reliable even on the silly spring grass. We couldn’t be happier with the results. Thank you for a fantastic product!

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Field Study – Investigating the impacts of EquiNectar on British Army horses

EquiNectar Science Field Study – Investigating the impacts of EquiNectar on British Army horses At Tharos, we’re committed to improving animal gut health through innovative nutrition and optimising the gut microbiome. Today, we’re excited to share promising results from a recent field study on our flagship product, EquiNectar®, in managing gastrointestinal diseases in horses. The

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EquiNectar – What’s in It?

EquiNectar is a carefully formulated supplement designed to support equine digestive health and overall wellbeing. The enzyme profile of EquiNectar is one of its key features. These enzymes play crucial roles in breaking down various components of your horse’s diet, potentially improving digestion and nutrient absorption.

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Stay Vigilant: Grass Sugars Remain High This Week

Grass sugar levels in the UK remain high at 10.40% for the week commencing 24th June, according to GrassCheckGB. Despite a slight decrease from last week, elevated sugar levels continue to pose health risks to horses, including laminitis, insulin resistance, and digestive issues. Stay vigilant and follow our recommended strategies to protect your horses. Read the full blog on EquiNectar for more details.

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Warning: Grass Sugars are at the Highest Levels So Far This Year!

Recent data from GrassCheckGB shows that grass sugars are currently at their highest levels so far this year, reaching 11.10% for the week commencing 17th June. This poses potential risks to horses that are sensitive to these fluctuations. High levels of grass sugars can lead to health issues such as laminitis, insulin resistance, and equine metabolic syndrome (EMS). To protect your horses, consider limiting grazing time, using a grazing muzzle, monitoring body condition, providing alternative forage, and using EquiNectar. Stay informed with the latest updates on grass sugar levels and equine health tips at EquiNectar.

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Restricting grazing for overweight and grass affected horses

Access comprehensive strategies and practical advice on grazing management for horses. This guide provides detailed information on controlling forage intake and maintaining horse health through methods like grazing muzzles, hay feeding, and track systems. Tailored for horse owners, it includes expert insights on pasture management, forage control, and dietary supplementation to ensure the well-being of your horses.

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Understanding grass varieties: implications for horse digestibility and sugar content

When managing pastures for horses, the choice of grass species is crucial due to varying digestibility and sugar content, which can significantly impact equine health. This blog explores various European grass varieties, focusing particularly on the issues associated with rye grass, a common pasture choice which is far from ideal for horses.

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Spring Grass Alert: How to Safeguard Your Horse’s Digestive Health

As the season shifts, horse owners face the challenge of managing the fresh growth of spring grass, which can significantly impact a horse’s health. In a detailed Facebook post, Tom Beech, also known as the Osteopathic Vet, provides essential guidance on the potential effects of spring grass on equine well-being, particularly focusing on the hindgut.

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Harnessing the power of the equine gut microbiome for optimal health and performance

The gut microbiome, a complex and dynamic community of microorganisms, plays a crucial role in the overall health and functionality of its host. In horses, understanding the gut microbiome has become a pivotal aspect of veterinary science, with research highlighting its influence not only on physical health but also on performance, behaviour, and emotional well-being. This blog aims to discuss the equine gut microbiome and provide practical insights for horse owners to optimise their management strategies.

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