Nutritional Articles
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.
Feeding And Travelling
Many people start to worry as the start of the season approaches, how the inevitable increase in transport duration and overnight stays affects feeding.
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?”
Feeding The Broodmare And Foal At Grass
With many broodmares now with their foals at foot and turned out to pasture, understanding their nutritional needs can be a bit of a minefield.
Grass And The Forgotten Calories
For horses on a low calorie ration, the majority of calories tend to come from their grass and forage.
Skin : Lumps And Bumps
Lumps and bumps or 'hives,' is a condition commonly seen in the spring and summer months.
Spring Grass And Digestive Health
With the spring grass arriving how can you support your horse's digestive system.
Do You Know What Is In Your Horse’s Forage?
Hay is the foundation of most equine diets, however, do you know what makes a quality 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.