Horses of the week – TUBS & ROBBIE
As a Grade III para showjumper, I rely on my incredible horses Tubs and Robbie. Thanks to EquiNectar, they’re both performing at their best.
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Feeding Horses
Horse Nutritional Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide
This guide explores feeding needs by age and activity, with practical daily feeding guidance for optimal horse health. For owners seeking evidence-based nutrition advice.
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Human vs. Equine Weight Management: Parallels and Misconceptions
Weight management is a complex issue that affects both humans and horses, revealing fascinating parallels despite their physiological differences. This blog explores how metabolic processes, dietary needs, and activity levels influence weight management in both species. From understanding calorie intake to debunking common feeding misconceptions, we highlight the shared challenges of maintaining a healthy weight. Discover how environmental factors and individual variations play a crucial role in achieving optimal health, whether for a human or an equine companion.
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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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Horse of the Week – MR ED
We’re excited to introduce Mr Ed, our EquiNectar Horse of the Week! This 15-year-old showjumping pony faced health challenges that affected his performance and well-being. But with the help of EquiNectar, he’s back in top form, competing in British showjumping with his young rider, Coco.
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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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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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