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Alfalfa and Nutrition
Though controversy exists surrounding the use of alfalfa as a source of vitamins and minerals for horses, there are also benefits supporting its use. With the right balance of alfalfa and other roughage, horses can benefit from its nutritional content. Finding the right balance for your horse will be the key to ensuring your horse maintains a healthy diet. ... Read the full article

Is Old Hay Better for Horses with Laminitis?
As I travel around the world, learning and teaching people about feeding horses with laminitis, I keep hearing a recommendation that has never made sense. People say that leaving hay in a shed for a year renders it ‘safe’ for horses with laminitis. You will commonly hear cattle producers say that the nutrient content of hay changes after ‘going through the sweating period’. This is true in a certain context, but the changes that occur happen in the first month, and only apply to hay baled above 20% moisture. (Coblentz, 1996) In many humid regions it is common to put up high moisture cow hay, knowing that it may heat up, ferment and mold slightly, but mold is not dangerous to feed to cows. Their rumen, which horses lack, can deal with mold. Many horse people who hear this advice assume that hay must stay in the stack at least a month before a hay sample can be pulled for analysis. This is not true in most cases for horse hay, which should be baled when it is below 12% moisture to prevent formation of mold. It is true that hay loses vitamins A and E after a year in storage. Perhaps this can be construed as ‘loss of nutrients’ if using very general terms, but depletion of vitamins will not prevent laminitis or obesity, which is caused by excess sugar and calories. ... Read the full article

Use the “Scrub” to Stop the “Rub”
Use the “Scrub” to stop the “Rub” for a fuller mane and tail with Big & Sexy Tail Scrub by Aloe Advantage. This highly exfoliating and moisturizing sea salt “scrub” with essential oils gently lifts dry and dead skin cells from the crest of the horse’ ... Read the full article

Blue Grass Airport Named Official Airport of The 2010 World Equestrian Games
The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced Blue Grass Airport as the Official Airport of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. ... Read the full article

Recession in the Horse Industry: Coming or not?
Over the past few weeks there has been more and more talk about the odds of a recession in the United States. Economist's opinions are mixed as to whether we will have a recession, but all agree that, at the least, the economy is slowing and headed towards slower growth. ... Read the full article

Is that tail all itchy?
Use the “Scrub” to stop the “Rub” for a fuller mane and tail with Big & Sexy Tail Scrub by Aloe Advantage. This highly exfoliating and moisturizing sea salt “scrub” with essential oils gently lifts dry and dead skin cells from the crest of the horse’ ... Read the full article

Rachel Alexandra to "Race for a Cure"
LEXINGTON, KY—Rachel Alexandra, who last month became the first filly in 85 years to win the Preakness, will “race for a cure” in the remainder of her 2009 campaign. A $20,000 donation to a breast cancer nonprofit, the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure ... Read the full article

Julianna Fischer & Lola Win $7,500 High Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper Stake at PBIEC Grass Stadium
WELLINGTON, Fla., Apr. 10--Julianna Fischer and Lola won the $7,500 High Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper Stake at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Friday. Julianna of Wellington, Fla. and Lola were the first combination to tackle the Sta ... Read the full article

Spring Steeplechase Canceled Due to Drought Conditions
WELLINGTON, Fla., Mar. 26--The Spring Steeplechase that was scheduled for Saturday, April 4 has been canceled due to recent drought conditions and a severe weather forecast that could adversely affect the grass track at the Palm Beach International E ... Read the full article

Rocky Mountain Horse Expo Reaches Out to Youth
Kid-friendly events planned for Denver, March 13-15, 2009 Isn’t it true? Horse activities are just plain more fun when youngsters get involved. So the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo is offering a number of “kid-friendly” activities before and during th ... Read the full article

'Where Does Curlin Go Next?'
Curlin, 2007 Horse of the Year, is currently training in Saratoga, New York after a successful test on a grass course where he came in second. During the downtime, Jess Jackson -- majority owner of Curlin, wants to know, "Where do you think Curlin should go next?" ... Read the full article

Founder and Spring Grass
Founder (or equine laminitis) is a condition that catches many horse owners by surprise – partly because it can be difficult to spot until the condition is well underway. The illness is essentially microcirculation of the foot. The animal’s foot doesn't receive enough blood from the circulatory system. The illness is the result of several complex processes and frequently causes lameness in many breeds – as well as the ponies of all breeds if left unchecked. ... Read the full article

Breeding Season can lead to Gastric Ulcers
DULUTH, GA. — March 4, 2009 — Breeding season can be a stressful time for owners and horses alike. While horse owners are hustling to prepare facilities, the broodmares may be just as tense. Especially for young and maiden mares, the stress from bein ... Read the full article

It’s Time to Get a Grip!
Tucson, AZ – February 27, 2007 – An Easyboot Grip that is! The wait is over. EasyCare currently has a stock of the new Easyboot Grip hoof boot. This new design is well suited for soft conditions where a more aggressive tread pattern may be warrante ... Read the full article

Equilite HITS Horse Shows Around the Country
Equilite, Inc. has committed its support to the 2009 HITS Show Series which produces horse shows around the country. Hunters In The Sun has been a leader in producing top quality shows now for over two decades and Equilite™ is proud to expand its grass roots participation into the Hunter/Jumper sector by means of this participation. ... Read the full article

WEF's Internationale Arena Resurfacing Ahead of Schedule
Stadium Jumping's summer show grounds improvement schedule on target Wellington, FL - August 14, 2007 - While the National Horse Show (NHS), the first major event of the upcoming fall season is still months away, the show grounds at the Palm Beac ... Read the full article

If Rice is Right, Turf may bring out Trio's Best
ELMONT, N.Y. – Early in her career, trainer Linda Rice was known for her ability to develop young horses. She certainly proved that in 2000, when she sent out City Zip to sweep all three of the important two-year-old races at Saratoga Race Course, th ... Read the full article

Christine Miller and Rolando K Win Opening Class at Fidelity Investments Jumper Classic
South Hamilton, MA – September 7, 2006 – There was a full day of showing at the Fidelity Investments Jumper Classic in Grass Ring 2, as beautiful weather and friendly horse show management welcomed exhibitors to the seventeenth edition of this all- j ... Read the full article

It’s a New Look for Miracle Groom® !
Any Season, Any Weather – Miracle Groom Keeps Horses Looking Their Best With Miracle Groom from Absorbine®, it’s a snap to keep horses looking their best in any weather, at any time of the year. With the new bright blue bottles and attractive and ... Read the full article

The Queen City Horse Show Returns!
The Queen City Classic returns to the Charlotte NC area but at a new location 'Why Not an American Ark" in MonroeNC, (www.whynotanamericanark.com) April 10, 2008 through April 13, 2008. The USEF AA rated event will feature $1000 Hunter Classics in every division. ... Read the full article