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FEEDING TURMERIC

Beneficial or not? Text: Hanna Botha, MSc Equine Nutrition Although turmeric is not a new ingredient to many, it has received much attention in recent years, especially within the equine industry. But is this traditional spice worthwhile feeding to horses, and most importantly, is it safe? What is turmeric, and how can it help? Turmeric is part…

BylizzieNovember 25, 20250Comments

ASKHQ: BEET PULP

Q: Why is beet pulp good for horses? A: Beet pulp is a great feed for horses. It is an energy-rich source of digestible fibre that helps to promote and maintain a healthy microbial hindgut population, keeping the digestive system healthy. Beet pulp is a byproduct from the sugar beet industry. Sugar beets are grown and harvested…

BylizzieFebruary 16, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: HQHACK1000

Q: Why should I do #HQHack1000? Asked by an imaginary friend for the purposes of advocating hacking… A: #HQHack1000 is a country-wide equestrian challenge. The goal is to hack 1,000km in your chosen horse-rider combination. This can be done over any time period. All you need to do is to track your own distance and keep us…

BylizzieSeptember 22, 20190Comments

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The benefit of riding out

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he saying, “A change is as good as a holiday,” is very relevant to the way we work our horses. Including regular outrides in the training schedule provides a mental and physical tonic for horses, and benefits them in numerous ways. Mental benefits “Two consecutive days of training in the arena is as much as most…

BylizzieNovember 16, 20160Comments

FEEDING TURMERIC

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The benefit of riding out

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