by Clair Thunes | Mar 30, 2026 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Emcelle Tocopherol, Equine Nutrition, Grass, Hay, Horse Feed, Horse Supplements, Horse Topline, Podcast, Supplements, Vitamin E
Spring means more riding and possibly more oxidative stress for your horse. After a winter on hay, many horses may be low in vitamin E, a key antioxidant for overall health.In this episode, we cover:-What vitamin E is and why it matters-Why hay and limited pasture...
by Clair Thunes | Mar 16, 2026 | Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL), Dr. Laurent L. Couëtil, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, Equine Asthma, Equine Nutrition, Equine Respiratory Health, Podcast, Research
Equine asthma is one of the most common respiratory conditions affecting horses, yet many owners miss the early warning signs. In this episode we speak with Dr. Laurent Couëtil, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, about equine asthma in horses, including symptoms, causes, diagnosis,...
by Clair Thunes | Mar 2, 2026 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Hoof Care, Hoof Supplements, Podcast
Cracks, chips, weak hoof walls, and soft soles are common concerns for horse owners. But do hoof supplements actually work, and does nutrition really improve hoof quality? In this episode, we break down the biology of hoof growth and explain why strong feet start with...
by Clair Thunes | Feb 16, 2026 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Equine Obesity, Madeline Boast MSc, PAS, Overweight Horses, Podcast
In this episode we discuss a challenge many horse owners face: fat or overweight horses. From disciplines where a “round” horse is seen as ideal to the health risks of carrying extra weight, we cover why managing body condition matters. Our guest, Madeline Boast, MSc,...
by Clair Thunes | Feb 2, 2026 | Alfalfa, Alfalfa For Horses, Dr. Clair Thunes, Forage, Hay, Hay Cubes, Hay Pellets, Horse Hay, Podcast, Uncategorized
Alfalfa is one of the most debated feeds in equine nutrition, and few forages generate as many myths. In this episode, we take a science-based look at alfalfa for horses and break down where common beliefs come from and whether they are actually supported by research....
by Clair Thunes | Jan 19, 2026 | Devil's Claw, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Herbal Supplements For Horses, Podcast, Rosehip / Raspberry Leaf / Chasteberry, Spirulina, Supplements, Turmeric
Herbal supplements are everywhere in the equine world, from gastric support and joint formulas to respiratory and calming products. But how much do we really know about herbal supplements for horses, and how well do these products actually work? In this episode, we...
