Diet affects behavior. This makes sense. A well-fed horse is healthy. And a healthy horse feels good. Conversely, a poorly-nourished horse is suffering. A variation in hormone levels, for example, can …
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Added Fat Improves Your Horses Behavior
December 11, 2012 by
Dr Getty Suggests Manuka Honey for Your Horse
September 29, 2012 by
Dr. Getty Suggests Manuka Honey for Its Healing Properties
Manuka honey is especially effective. Collected from the Tea Tree manuka bush native to New Zealand, manuka honey has a higher enzymatic …
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Older Horses Need Supplemental Vitamin C
August 25, 2012 by
As if aging isn’t hard enough! Creaky joints, sagging backs, loose teeth, increased infections, poor digestion, and embarrassing gassiness -- just a few of the problems associated with getting older …
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Summer Fruits For Your Horse
July 8, 2012 by
Day in and day out, your horse eats the same thing. Boring… yes. Unbalanced… definitely. You’d like to add some fresh fruits to his diet, especially this time of year with all the summer variety …
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Use a Stethoscope on Your Horse Before You Need It!
June 3, 2012 by
Your horse and barn emergency kit likely includes a stethoscope – a highly valuable piece of equipment during any urgent health situation. Knowing your horse’s normal heart rate and gut sounds …
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Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Good For Horses
February 26, 2012 by
Dr. Getty’s Tip: The Best Sources for Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Omega 3 fatty acids keep your horse healthy in a variety of ways. They balance immune function, protect joints and ligaments, diminish …
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