Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) is now diagnosed as often as colic and arthritis. In fact 50-90% of adult horses have ulcers currently. However, the mechanism whereby ulcers occur is often misunderstood and prevention is tricky. In todays blog, we will be providing an overview of squamous ulcers, looking at common causes, the clinical signs […] The post Pure Feed’s Guide to Squamous Ulcers appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

Laminitis is a devastating and all too common condition that affects horses worldwide. It is a complex and painful disorder that involves the inflammation and breakdown of the sensitive laminae within the hoof. It’s not only causes excruciating discomfort but can also lead to permanent damage and even life-threatening complications if left untreated. In this […] The post Understanding Laminitis, the silent threat to horse health. appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

You may have heard people on the yard talk about feeding a hay replacer and wondered what exactly that is. In today’s blog post we’re going to talk all about hay replacers and their benefits (they’re not just for veterans!) as well as the long awaited return of Pure Meadow Mash! What is a hay […] The post Meadow Mash; Hay Replacers appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

Over the last month, we have experienced increasingly high temperatures. As a result, the ground surface has become progressively hard. Unfortunately, this increases the risk of injury by putting greater strain on your horse’s legs and joints. In this blog, we will talk about how the hard ground affects your horse and what preventative measures […] The post Supporting your Horse’s Joints in the Summer Months appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

Rebranding & expanding our equine supplement range The Pure Feed Company’s popular range of equine supplements has undergone a makeover with a rebrand and the introduction of five new products. Formerly known as Pure Plus, the supplements have been reformulated in line with current scientific thinking and guidance, repackaged with a QR code to help […] The post New look, new name & new products for The Pure Feed Company Supplements™ appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

Whilst many of us look forward to watching a firework display it can be a different story for our equine friends. Horses and fireworks don't always mix well and they can be frightened by the smell of burning in the air, the loud bangs and whizzing noises. The post Horses and Fireworks – 12 Tips to Keep Your Horse Calm On Bonfire Night appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

For many of us, when we see our beloved veteran horses start to struggle with chewing hay it can give cause for concern. Hay replacers are an ideal way to provide your horse with an easy to chew source of fibre when they can no longer chew hay. The post What do you feed a veteran horse instead of hay? appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

With the thermometer rising above 30° for most of England next week, here are our team’s top 10 tips when caring for your horse during hot weather. The post 10 Tips For Caring For Your Horse During Hot Weather appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

There has been great interest in other tests for equine gastric ulcers, such as the blood sucrose test (Hewetson et al, 2017). But currently the only 100% reliable way to know if your horse has EGUS is for your vet to undertake a gastroscopy; passing an endoscope into the stomach. The post Equine gastric ulcers: treatment & management appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more

Dr David Marlin explores colic in horses, its issues, how vets treat it and 18 tips for managing horses prone to colic. The post What is horse colic? Learn the signs and find out 18 ways to manage horses that have had it appeared first on Pure Feed ..read more