SALMON OIL FOR HORSES

What you need to know When it comes to equine nutrition, few supplements have attracted as much interest overseas in recent years as salmon oil. Praised for its rich supply of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon oil has been linked to benefits ranging from joint comfort and skin health to immune resilience and even better metabolic…

BylizzieDecember 8, 20250Comments

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THE ROLE OF OMEGA-3 IN MANAGING RESPIRATORY DISEASE

Text: Hannah Botha, MSc Equine Nutrition Equine respiratory diseases are a major concern for many horse owners, as they can significantly affect a horse's performance, quality of life, and longevity. Managing respiratory health in horses is, therefore, a critical aspect of equine care, especially in the case of equine asthma (previously known as inflammatory airway diseases…

BylizzieDecember 19, 20240Comments

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UNDERSTANDING FLAXSEED IN THE EQUINE DIET

Flaxseed is quickly becoming a popular nutritional supplement for horses. But what exactly is flaxseed, and how does it benefit the horse? Here’s what you need to know. What is flaxseed? Flaxseed is produced by the flax plant, commonly grown in cool, northern climates. Flaxseed is also known as ‘flax’ or ‘linseed.’ What does flaxseed contain? Flaxseed…

BylizzieJuly 29, 20240Comments

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SALMON OIL FOR HORSES

THE ROLE OF OMEGA-3 IN MANAGING RESPIRATORY DISEASE

UNDERSTANDING FLAXSEED IN THE EQUINE DIET

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