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As your horse’s routine changes with the seasons, are you making adjustments to their diet? Our Nutritionist warns of important steps to take to ensure your horse’s safety, and gives an easy guide on how to introduce new feeds gradually.

The winter months are creeping in on us! Not only is it time to prepare ourselves for the drop in temperatures, the frequent rain, and the endless supply of mud, but we must also prepare our turnout areas before the harsh weather is upon us... Our Nutritionist, Ellen, shares some top tips on getting your horse’s turnout pasture fit and ready for the colder period.

Summer can be a wonderful time to get out and about with your horse and have some fun, however the high temperatures can prove dangerous for some horses and result in dehydration and heatstroke. It is therefore important to take on certain management practices to keep your horse happy and healthy in the heat.

Our Registered Nutritionist explains how to recognise common poisonous plants so you can ensure that your horse’s grazing is risk free...

Our Senior Nutritionist discusses electrolytes and explains how you can provide these for your horse.

At Feedmark, we understand that you want the best for your horse, even when it comes to their diet and nutritional requirements. This is why our Nutritionists designed Bespoke All-In-One™, a custom-made product which caters for your horse’s unique dietary needs and also makes your life easier!

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common diseases which a horse owner may come across, in fact, most of us reading this blog will probably experience some form of Osteoarthritis during our lifetimes.

Are you struggling with a sluggish horse? A lack of energy can be due to a number of reasons, so before reaching for extra hard feed, a high energy mix or a magical supplement to give your horse turbo power, it is ideal to consider these factors>if your horse is more whoa than go.

We’ve probably all heard the phrase “No hoof, no horse” but perhaps never really thought much of it - did you know that the horse’s hoof contains complex structures which scientists are still trying to understand today!?

The horse is known as a hindgut fermenter, this means that they break down a large amount of fibre in the large intestine. Our Nutritionist investigates prebiotics and probiotics, explaining what they are and why they are important in the equine digestive system.

The equine respiratory tract is a delicate system that can be aggravated by even the slightest of changes. Our Nutritionist investigates the anatomy of the equine respiratory tract and explains how best to support it.

Pole work is a fantastic way of improving your horse’s suppleness and balance whilst helping to maintain fitness and mental stimulation. Performing groundwork exercises can also be very beneficial to develop the bond and trust between horse and handler - we have four simple yet effective exercises for you to try with your horse!