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Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) is now diagnosed as often as colic and arthritis. In fact 50-90% of adult horses have ulcers currently. However, the mechanism whereby ulcers occur is often misunderstood and prevention is tricky. In todays blog, we will be providing an overview of squamous ulcers, looking at common causes, the clinical signs […] The post Pure Feed’s Guide to Squamous Ulcers appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

Laminitis is a devastating and all too common condition that affects horses worldwide. It is a complex and painful disorder that involves the inflammation and breakdown of the sensitive laminae within the hoof. It’s not only causes excruciating discomfort but can also lead to permanent damage and even life-threatening complications if left untreated. In this […] The post Understanding Laminitis, the silent threat to horse health. appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

You may have heard people on the yard talk about feeding a hay replacer and wondered what exactly that is. In today’s blog post we’re going to talk all about hay replacers and their benefits (they’re not just for veterans!) as well as the long awaited return of Pure Meadow Mash! What is a hay […] The post Struggling with nutrition? Could a hay replacer, like Pure Meadow Mash, be the solution? appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

Over the last month, we have experienced increasingly high temperatures. As a result, the ground surface has become progressively hard. Unfortunately, this increases the risk of injury by putting greater strain on your horse’s legs and joints. In this blog, we will talk about how the hard ground affects your horse and what preventative measures […] The post Supporting your Horse’s Joints in the Summer Months appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

The ingredients that we use in our feeds are natural, and therefore the finished product can vary in appearance due to differences in texture and colour. The weather and conditions when the ingredients are grown and harvested can influence the finished product. The post Seasonal variations in the appearance of your Pure Feed appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

For many of us, when we see our beloved veteran horses start to struggle with chewing hay it can give cause for concern. Hay replacers are an ideal way to provide your horse with an easy to chew source of fibre when they can no longer chew hay. The post What do you feed a veteran horse instead of hay? appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

Whilst many of us look forward to watching a firework display it can be a different story for our equine friends. Horses and fireworks don't always mix well and they can be frightened by the smell of burning in the air, the loud bangs and whizzing noises. The post Fireworks and Horses – 7 Tips to Keep Your Horse Calm appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

Feeding your horse in winter requires some adjustment, so our nutritionists have come through with tips for cold weather feeding. The post Feeding horses in cold weather: tips & advice for this winter appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

There has been great interest in other tests for equine gastric ulcers, such as the blood sucrose test (Hewetson et al, 2017). But currently the only 100% reliable way to know if your horse has EGUS is for your vet to undertake a gastroscopy; passing an endoscope into the stomach. The post Equine gastric ulcers: treatment & management appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]

Dr David Marlin explores colic in horses, its issues, how vets treat it and 18 tips for managing horses prone to colic. The post What is horse colic? Learn the signs and find out 18 ways to manage horses that have had it appeared first on Pure Feed.... [Read more]