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By Nikki Alvin-Smith If you own a horse that has suffered in the past with metabolic health issues and is seemingly recovered, then you are probably feeling a bit down about how to find a meaningful and affordable way to mitigate the chance of repeat incidents. Flare ups of equine health concerns such as laminitis, [...]

Learn the real facts on horse ulcers and why they happen Do you have any supplements for horse ulcers? We are asked this question on a daily basis. The fact is we have a systemic problem with gastric ulcers in horses. An estimated 65 – 70% of performance horses and over 90% of race horses [...]

Learn the facts on your horse’s digestive system Should I feed my horse grain? How much grain should I feed my horse? What do I feed if I don’t feed grain? What are the issues with feeding grain? These are just a handful of the questions we hear about feeding your horse. Grain is a [...]

Trusted answers to your questions about horse supplements You have questions about horse supplements and we have the answers. Our goal at Grand Meadows is to make sure you are informed about horse supplements so you can make educated decisions about your horse and their needs. Of course, we always want you to talk to [...]

Learn why you only want to feed your horse NASC approved supplements The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) works to promote the wellbeing and health of companion animals and horses that are given health supplements and works to protect and enhance the animal health industry. You care about your horse. You want to give your [...]

Learn tips to help you calm your anxious horse Your horse won’t stand still. Your horse is grinding their teeth. Your horse won’t eat or drink. Your horse won’t sleep but is yawning. Your horse has very wide eyes and flared nostrils. Your horse is not behaving like your horse. This is both worrying and [...]

Learn the facts on the equine microbiome and horse digestion Your horse cannot live without its microbiome. The equine microbiome is essential to horse digestion, immune system health, and vitamin synthesis. A healthy equine microbiome is core to your horse’s overall health. In this blog Nick answers your questions about the equine microbiome, horse digestion, [...]

Learn about our topical joint support for your small pets A little less than a year ago we launched NANOFLEX and now we have more NANOFLEX news… We have a new size of NANOFLEX specifically packaged for your small pets. Learn all about NANOFLEX and our newest offering of this ground-breaking non-invasive topical joint support [...]

Postbiotics are bioactive compounds created when the probiotics in your horse’s gut consume and digest fiber (prebiotics). Postbiotics are shown to increase blood oxygen level, reduce recovery times from lactic acid accumulation, support intestinal health, and act as a barrier to harmful bacteria. Learn more about postbiotics and horse digestion with this Q & A [...]

Know how to care for your horse based on the season and changing weather demands Your horse’s needs change with the seasons. Blanketing, extra electrolytes, providing shade, hoof care, brushing and grooming, and exercise duration and timing all fluctuate based on the season. Along with being in-tune with your horse’s signals and day-to-day needs, you [...]