Mineral supplements

 

These are typically appropriate for balancing central IN hay, but hay testing is always best.

• Thorne Bottom Farm K.I.S. Trace (samples available from Dr. Renschler)

• Custom Equine Nutrition Vermont Blend

• California Trace Plus

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Forage testing

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• Equi-Analytical (also offering hay probes)

• SureTech Laboratories, Indianapolis

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Hay nets

 

• HayChix (high-quality nets lasting many seasons)

• Nag Bags (knotless hay nets)

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Other supplements

Do your supplements even contain what they say on the label? Could there be contamination by other substances? Regulations are scarce within the industry. Look for NASC member status as one step toward better quality.

• Hilton Herbs 

• Uckele Health and Nutrition

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Positive reinforcement (clicker) training for horses

Have you wondered if clicker training works for horses? Yes, it is effective and safe, but you need guidance to get started.

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• Melissa Deal (Compassionate Horse Click) online course and lessons

• Alexandra Kurland (The Clicker Center) books, clinics, online course

• Hannah Weston and Rachel Bedingfield (Connection Training) online course, coaching, events

• Shawna Karrasch (ViaNova Training) podcast, videos, events, products

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Equine core strengthening/conditioning

After a layoff, in young horses, or returning an older horse to work--riding can be counterproductive to build fitness. Use these resources to guide strengthening/conditioning on the ground.

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• Jec Ballou Equine Fitness & Performance (online course, clinics, author of 55 Corrective Exercises for horses)

• Activate Your Horse's Core by Stubbs and Clayton

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Equine biomechanics & training

Learn how horses should move for optimum longevity and function

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• Jillian Kreinbring, JK Inspired (biomechanics clinics)

• Thirza Hendriks, Classical Horse Training (online course)

• Straightness Training (online program, clinics)

• 4Dimension Dressage, Compassionate Training for Today's Sporthorse (book; course available on Equitopia)

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Hoof trimming

You CAN learn to trim your own horse's hooves, or simply educate yourself on proper hoof care/balance for more informed farrier choices.

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• The Essential Hoof Book​ (a good starting reference)

• Care and Rehabilitation of the Equine Foot; Pete Ramey (more in-depth)

• Daisy Haven Farm online trimming course, clinics, Patreon blog

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Microbiome testing

Research into the horse gut microbiome is still early, but commercial testing is available in the UK (shipping samples overseas is feasible). Horses with chronic gut issues may benefit from testing, as dietary supplements can target specific types of microbes.

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• EquiBiome

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