The Scoop on Horse Supplements A common question horse owners may ask is, “Does my horse need supplements?” The answer depends on a variety of factors, including their life stage, activity level, and more. Assessing the horse’s diet and their lifestyle will help determine if a supplement could benefit their health and appearance. Before adding anything to your horse’s diet, […] The Scoop on Horse Supplements Read More »
Evaluating Your Horse’s Hay Quality Horses are natural grazers and need access to food frequently throughout the day, so when creating an equine nutrition program, you should always start with addressing your hay. Evaluating your hay quality will help you understand its nutritional value so you can better tailor your equine nutrition program to what your horse needs. How much Evaluating Your Horse’s Hay Quality Read More »
When to Seek Help from an Equine Nutritionist What is an equine nutritionist? An equine nutritionist is a professional who specializes in the dietary needs of horses. With comprehensive knowledge of equine nutrition, they have the expertise to evaluate your horse’s dietary requirements and create a customized feeding plan to address any nutritional imbalances or deficiencies. Equine nutritionists are well-versed in the complexities When to Seek Help from an Equine Nutritionist Read More »
The Scoop on Supplements: Where to Begin and What to Look For As an equine veterinarian, one of the questions you might hear is: Does my horse need supplements? The answer, of course, depends on a variety of factors, most importantly the horse in question. So, we asked Sentinel Product Manager Kristyn Sturken how to assess a horse’s diet and lifestyle to determine if a supplement could The Scoop on Supplements: Where to Begin and What to Look For Read More »
Winter Horse Nutrition Horses can live outside year-round, but as cold temperatures begin to creep in, their feeding requirements will be significantly impacted. As a responsible horse owner, it’s important to understand the feed modifications they may need and how to implement them. As temperatures drop, horses will continue to burn more calories trying to stay warm and Winter Horse Nutrition Read More »
Your Winter Horse Care Guide: Safety, Riding, and Shelter As the seasons transition, horse owners face a multitude of challenges. From managing mud and ice, to shelter and protection, all while still trying to enjoy time with their companion. Taking precautions and checking important items consistently will allow you to still enjoy being a horse owner while maintaining their safety. Keeping Horses Safe with Your Winter Horse Care Guide: Safety, Riding, and Shelter Read More »
Easing the Bond, Weaning Horses with Care Weaning season for horses is often a dreaded time of the year. Although necessary, the process includes an overload of stress on the foal, mare, and owner that must listen to the heart-wrenching whinnies. In the wild, a mare that becomes pregnant will naturally wean her current foal to ensure she can nourish the new Easing the Bond, Weaning Horses with Care Read More »
Golden Advice for Feeding Horses in Their Golden Years Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine and equine nutrition, horses are living longer than ever. While that’s great news for horses and their owners, it often comes with nutritional considerations that can change over time. Depending on a variety of factors, senior horses may require dietary changes to ensure they stay happy and healthy throughout Golden Advice for Feeding Horses in Their Golden Years Read More »
Is Feed Low in Starch and Sugar Right for All Horses? Having shared the 101 of low starch, low sugar feeds, Jeanne van der Veen, equine nutritionist for Sentinel Horse Feeds and Kristyn Sturken, equine product manager for Sentinel Horse Feeds, are sharing what horses can actually benefit from this type of nutrition plan. Q: What types of horses can benefit from a low starch and/or Is Feed Low in Starch and Sugar Right for All Horses? Read More »
Choosing a Horse Feed to Support a Lifetime of Wellness You want your horse to have the best life possible, and that starts with the right nutrition. Help ensure your horse’s diet is providing the foundation for a happy, healthy life with feeding goals for each life stage. Choosing a Horse Feed to Support a Lifetime of Wellness Read More »
