ASKHQ: DANDELIONS

Q: I’ve heard that dried dandelions are good for horses, but how about the fresh ones that grow in the field? Are they okay for a horse to eat? A: No part of a dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is toxic to horses. Even for us, eating raw or cooked, dandelion offers a good source of vitamins A, B, C,…

BylizzieJanuary 26, 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: SWIMMING

Q: Will my horse benefit from swimming? A: There are many benefits of swimming for horses. The key benefits obviously come in terms of fitness and rehabilitation. If the facilities are available, swimming can be incorporated into horse’s training programmes. Swimming is usually built in as an alternative to canter work or track work, as it provides…

BylizzieOctober 25, 20200Comments

Horse Channel Know How

Proactive driving for safe boxing

Proactive driving skills will keep you and your horse safe on the road Most of us are competitive or at the very least have to transport our horses on the road at some point in their lives. As horse owners and lovers we are well aware of the dangers that we face when towing a horsebox…

BylizzieNovember 18, 20150Comments

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