Hindgut Ulcers in Horses
Diagnosing hindgut ulcers in horses presents unique challenges. Unlike gastric ulcers that can be identified using gastroscopy, hindgut ulcers are more elusive.
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Hindgut Disease
The Hidden Battle: Understanding Hindgut Disease in Horses
The health of a horse’s digestive system is critical in the broad field of equestrian care. Although it is not visible, the hindgut is an important part of this system and can have a major impact on a horse’s performance, attitude, and general health when it is ill. Maintaining the balance of the gut microbiome is essential for hindgut health. This article will discuss the causes, signs, and effects of hindgut disease as well as the importance of the microbiome to a horse’s general health.
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Nutritional Support for Horses Being Treated for Ulcers
Effective ulcer treatment extends beyond pharmaceutical intervention. While medications such as omeprazole, misoprostol, and sucralfate are essential for healing gastric tissue, they significantly alter gastrointestinal physiology.
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Autumn Grass Challenges for Horses: Navigating the Sugar Surge
Autumn grass poses challenges for horses due to high sugar content. Limit grazing time, especially in mornings and evenings. Use muzzles, provide low-sugar hay, and monitor body condition.
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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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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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