Nutritional Articles
Muscle Myopathies : Mfm
Myofibrillar myopathy (MFM) is a muscle myopathy that differs to the more familiar PSSM.
The Benefits Of Feeding A Chaff
Chaff is the term given to short, chopped fibres. Often considered as a 'filler,' what are the benefits of feeding a chaff to your horses health?
The Misunderstood 10% Rule
When managing horses with metabolic conditions, guidelines state that non-structural carbohydrates in the diet should not exceed more than 10%. However, what does this really mean?
Equine Glandular Gastric Disease (Eggd)
Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) compromises of two diseases - Equine Squamous Gastric Disease and Equine Glandular Gastric Disease.
Timing Of Starch Feeds Relative To Exercise
At Saracen Horse Feeds we often get asked the question, “When should I feed my horse before exercise or a competition?”
Grass And The Forgotten Calories
For horses on a low calorie ration, the majority of calories tend to come from their grass and forage.
Stress And The Hindgut.
How does stress impact the gut health of horses?
Body Condition Scoring And Performance
An optimum fat score is essential for supporting peak performance.
Why Should We Weigh Our Horse's Feed?
Weighing your horses forage and concentrate ration is crucial to ensuring nutritional needs are being met
Feeding The Stallion
The nutritional requirements of a stallion will vary on an individual basis. Here is our guide to maintaining optimum body condition and temperament throughout the breeding season.
Feeding The Weanling
The Stud range of products from Saracen Horse Feeds is formulated to support young horses as they grow and develop.
Getting Ahead : Laminitis
Laminitis is mainly associated with Spring; however, it can affect horses at any time of the year.