A study published in 2020 suggests that horses may exhibit rapid microbial community responses to dietary changes within the first few days. Specifically, the findings indicate that significant differences in microbial community structure were observed during the first 3 days after the abrupt dietary change. This suggests that horses may begin to adapt to new forage selections within a relatively short time frame, particularly in terms of compositional adaptation (alterations in structure) of gut microbiota.
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Unlocking Your Horse’s Sensory World: The Importance of Novel Scents
When was the last time you stopped to consider your horse’s sense of smell?
In the bustling world of equine care, we often focus on the basics – food, shelter, exercise – without delving into the intricate sensory experiences our equine companions crave. Horses, with their remarkable olfactory abilities, are more sensitive to scents than we might imagine.
The Hardest Part of Having 3 Horses: Choosing
The hardest part of having 3 horses? Choosing.
Who do I spend time with first? Who do I choose if I only have time for one
Easy Equine Enrichment: Flavored Water
Keeping our horses happy is such a multi-faceted challenge. Depending on where they live and what their dietary needs are, options can be so limited. One thing that all horses benefit from, no matter what, is drinking more water. So why not make water more exciting?
How Much Does it Cost to Own a Horse at Home in 2023?
Horses are incredibly expensive, even if you don’t train or compete. If you’ve wondered how much it costs to simply keep horses operating at a bare minimum, you’ve come to the right place. I am going to break down the monthly costs of keeping 3 horses on rented property. At the bottom of this post, I’ll share about our super intense budgeting spreadsheet!
DIY Fly Spray for Horses with Essential Oils
Fly spray is a constant struggle during summer. I hate using chemical sprays, but sometimes that is better than the alternative of your horse getting eaten alive by bugs! Now that I live with my horses, I can spray them multiple times a day with natural products to help them fight the bug battle. But natural products are expensive, too. So I made a “dup” of a natural spray that I liked that works for several hours. It works great to spray during your time with your horse, pre-workout (so you don’t have to wash off the more expensive stuff right after) or if you have the ability to spray throughout the day!
Parts & Hardware
Here’s a list of parts and hardware that I have used to make all my hay net containers, and other related items. If you’re interested in a guide on how we made our DIY hay containers, I have that available here!
Nanotechnology & Joint Support for Your Horse
I love technology and its applications to improve the lives of our beloved horses. While the natural stuff is powerful and close to my heart, finding something straight from the future is pretty exciting. This joint supplement accomplishes something I believed to be impossible – sending lubrication support straight to the troubled joint. It is called NANOFLEX! (And yes, there is a coupon at the end)