Strengthening Equine Health Holistically: Expert Knowledge & Species-Appropriate Tips

Understand gastric ulcers in horses & minimize risks: Our guide provides all the important facts about stomach problems at a glance.

What are PSSM, MFM, and RER in horses? Learn everything about the diagnosis, symptoms, and management of muscle metabolism disorders.

Are ertugliflozin & other SGLT2 inhibitors the solution for insulin resistance? Learn more about effects, side effects, and current studies.

Low sugar, low starch – and yet dangerous insulin spikes? Find out here why pea protein for horses with EMS, insulin dysregulation, and laminitis risk is by no means harmless.

Is your horse too fat, too thin, or at an ideal weight? Dr. Christina Fritz explains why the eye, the scale, and the Body Condition Score can be misleading.

Learn why correct poll flexion is crucial for horses, how much bending is healthy, and which mistakes can damage the spine.

Learn how the skeleton, spine, and growth plates develop in young horses and why starting should not begin too early.

When does a horse need electrolytes? Dr. Christina Fritz explains which horses benefit from them and why blanket recommendations are often misleading.

How to effectively disinfect your horse stable while maintaining the important microbiome. Tips for healthy stable hygiene.

What can genetic tests for horses really achieve? Learn more about hereditary diseases, genetic predispositions, and the criticism of PSSM2 and MIM tests.

How are studies really conducted? A critical look at funding, study design, and the limits of scientific knowledge in horse nutrition.

The hindquarters are the engine: Learn how stepping under and engagement of the haunches improve balance, relieve the forehand & keep the horse healthy.

The topline reveals a lot about the health and training of a horse – learn how to recognize good musculature & specifically strengthen the back.

Learn how to recognize the symptoms of postural fatigue, understand the underlying causes, and discover how targeted training can help your horse.

Flies, horseflies, and mosquitoes stress many horses.Learn how to help your horse deal with insect-related stress without using chemicals.

Why is my black horse suddenly turning brown? New insights show: Zinc deficiency and liver problems are often the true cause of pigment disorders!

Cold water, scraping sweat, wet blankets? Learn which cooling myths persist, what science really recommends, and how to prevent heat stress in your horse.

Is rice bran suitable for EMS, PSSM, or MIM horses? A critical look at production, nutritional values, and effects on the mineral balance.

Insulin resistance in horses affects more than overweight animals. Learn about EMS, laminitis and management in this Podcast Episode.

How does the gut flora of the horse influence the respiratory tract, immune system & performance? This article explains the connections.

Sugar, starch, fructans & fibers affect horses very differently. Learn which carbohydrates are problematic for EMS, MIM & laminitis.

Learn why high iron levels in hay do not necessarily mean iron overload in horses. Understand NRC guidelines, absorption, and the real risks.

What does your horse’s coat reveal about its health? Learn how coat changes can indicate liver, kidney and metabolic problems.

How can you support your horse after worming treatments and medication? Learn more about herbs for the liver and kidneys, bentonite, zeolite, homeopathy and more.

How does sweet itch develop? Learn how the gut, liver, kidneys and nutrition influence the condition – and how you can support your horse in a sustainable way!

Your horse burping? Sounds funny – but it’s a serious warning sign. Learn how gas accumulation in the stomach develops and what you should do.

Gut Rehabilitation - When the belly aches - How do intestinal problems arise? And how does the horse's digestion actually work?

Learn more about laminitis: causes, signs, and what to do in an emergency. Compactly explained for quick help and targeted prevention.

Responsible Horse Breeding: The Dream of Your Own Foal – Tips on Pregnancy, Rearing, and Stallion Selection.

In this podcast, we explain what the ACTH level in the blood is, what it indicates, and whether it’s suitable for Cushing’s diagnosis.

Many horses are bought with high sporting expectations – but what does this do to their mental health?

Does your horse really have Cushing's? Many horse owners are unsure whether the coat is still normal or already a symptom. Find out what you should look out for.

EMS, Cushing, Insulin Resistance - Lifestyle diseases or metabolic disorders? Essential information for horse owners.

Which preventive measures are important for your horse? Vaccinations ✓ deworming ✓ dental care ✓ and more — learn what really matters!

Which vaccinations does your horse really need? Tetanus ✓ Influenza ✓ Herpes ✓ West Nile ✓ — learn which vaccinations make sense and when. Read now!

Deworming is part of preventive horse care. Learn more about traditional deworming ✓ selective deworming ✓ and resistance ✓ – read now!

Learn more about equine dental health - wolf teeth ✓ retained caps ✓ hooks ✓ and sharp edges ✓ can all cause problems.

Learn how anatomy & biomechanics influence equine health. Correct training, core training principles, warning signs & more!

How does a horse carry a rider in a healthy way? Everything you need to know about the thoracic sling, carrying fatigue and correct training.

The biomechanics of the basic gaits: learn how to recognize movement patterns, lameness and rhythm faults at an early stage. Read now!

How does the horse’s musculoskeletal system work? Learn more about the interaction between the skeleton, thoracic sling, tendons & ligaments.

How can horses lose weight healthily? Find out why crash diets are harmful and how to achieve sustainable weight loss in horses.

How can I tell if my horse is overweight? Discover why weight and BCS can be misleading and how to assess your horse’s condition correctly.

What is lactate in the horse muscle? Learn how lactate acts as an energy source, pH buffer, and signalling molecule to optimise equine performance

How does muscle contraction work in horses? Discover everything about the sliding filament model, calcium, ATP and equine muscles.

What makes a horse’s muscles so special? Discover everything about type IIa muscle fibres, lactate shuttling and glycogen stores in horses.

How does equine musculature work? Learn everything about muscle structure, energy supply, and training adaptations in horses.

What is Ayurveda for horses? Learn all about Vata, Pitta, and Kapha types, Ayurvedic feeding, and holistic equine health.

How to Keep Your Senior Horse Mentally Fit with Brain Training and Clicker Work.These exercises stimulate and support mental activity.

How can you best support your senior horse’s temperature regulation? From choosing the right blanket to setting up the stable.

Discover everything about proper feeding for senior horses: from hay pellets to herbs. Learn which are myths and what they truly need.

How do management-related diseases develop in horses? Find out which management mistakes lead to stereotypies, colic and respiratory problems.

What’s really in senior feeds for older horses? Why many products can be problematic – and which alternatives actually make sense.

Assessing a horse’s body condition is important — an imbalance can seriously compromise its health.

The decision to use a fly sheet or not should be made carefully. This guide is here to help you choose the right decision.

How do wild horses protect themselves from insects? Discover their natural defence mechanisms – and what modern horse care can learn from them.

Flies, midges and horseflies are more than just a nuisance – find out what serious health risks insects can pose to your horse.

How to drastically reduce the insect burden on your horse through proper stable management and a species-appropriate diet.

All about shedding: Support your horse with proper care and nutrition to ensure a smooth and healthy transition during this phase.

Organic selenium can trigger a rebound effect in horses. Find out why sodium selenite is often the better choice.

Infections with the West Nile virus (WNV) have been detected in horses in Germany time and again for several years.

Sufficient sleep is extremely important for health. But what does it actually look like when our horses sleep?

As a horse owner, you have most likely thought about whether you could support your horse’s well-being yourself or keep the work of the equine bodyworker going post treatment. Lack of time or in-depth interest, often prevents taking a weekend...

Garlic has enjoyed great popularity as an insect repellent for years. But does it really work? And what are the side effects?

The summer of 2024 is currently extremely rainy in most regions. This brings with it some pitfalls for the hay harvest.

Horses react very sensitively to this method of energetic work because, like all animals, they are impartial and do not make judgements.

The bite of the deer louse fly is very painful, which is why horses often show severe restlessness and sometimes violent, panicky pain reactions

Rainrot - also known as rain eczema - appears as small pustules and crusts on the back, predominantly in the wet season.

Magnetic field blankets are now available from many providers ►Find out more about how they work and how to use them in the SANOANIMAL article✓

In addition to visual damage, scars can also have health consequences - from disturbed meridians to blockages in the fascial tissue.