When it comes to feeding horses, especially those in regular work, the conversation often revolves around grains, supplements, and performance enhancers. But what if the key to better digestion, sustained energy, and overall wellness lies in something simpler - oil?

Magnesium (Mg) is gaining attention in equine health, and for good reason. Long praised anecdotally for its calming effects and muscular support, recent research is now backing up what horse owners and veterinarians have observed for years.

Obesity is an escalating health issue in horses worldwide. Increasingly recognised as a serious equine welfare concern, excess weight can significantly impact both a horse’s health and performance. But would you know if your horse is overweight or underweight?

Use the body condition scoring system below to accurately assess your horse’s weight.

Cooler weather makes winter a favourite time for horses. With no flies, midges, or itchy sweating, horses can run free and soak up the winter sun!

Cool temperatures mean less stress and more time in the ‘thermoneutral zone’ (TNZ), the temperature range in which horses do not need to sweat or shiver. The TNZ varies with age, gender, breed, weather, exercise, and feed.

Typically, horses don't shiver until the temperature drops below 0°C for a weanling and –15°C for an adult horse.