by Clair Thunes | Dec 8, 2025 | Chia, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Fat Supplements For Horses, Flax, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Omega-6, Podcast, Rice Bran
Fat is one of the most misunderstood parts of a horse’s diet, yet it can be a powerful tool for weight gain, health, and performance. In this episode, we break down the most common fat sources for horses, how they differ, and when you should (or shouldn’t) use them....
by Clair Thunes | Nov 24, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Flexineb, Gifts For Horse Lovers, Horse Fly Sheet, Horse Grooming, Podcast, Tack Cleaning
It’s officially Thanksgiving week which means Black Friday deals, holiday chaos, and the perfect time for our annual Favorite Things Episode! Whether you’re powering through barn chores, traveling to see family, or braving the holiday madness, this episode is here to...
by Clair Thunes | Nov 10, 2025 | Beet Pulp, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Forage, Forage Based, Podcast, Senior Horses
Beet pulp, is it a super feed or a risky choice? Used in rations for decades, beet pulp has recently become controversial and a polarizing topic in the horse world. We break down what beet pulp really is, how it fits into a balanced diet, and what the science says. In...
by Clair Thunes | Oct 27, 2025 | Blanketing Horses, Cold Weather Horse Management, Dr. Clair Thunes, Dr. Michelle DeBoer, Equine Nutrition, Equine, PhD, Forage, Horse Blankets, Podcast, Winter Horse Care
Blanket season is here and so are the annual blanketing opinion wars! From “my horse never wears one” to “my pony has a full winter wardrobe,” every horse owner has an opinion. But what does the science actually say about blanketing horses? In this episode of...
by Clair Thunes | Oct 13, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Dentistry, Equine Nutrition, Horse Teeth, Horse Weight, Kai Yun Lai, Podcast, Senior Horses
We are back with Kai Yun Lai, a certified equine dental professional, to further explore the powerful connection between your horse’s teeth, their diet, and digestion. In this episode: Why chewing and particle size matter for nutrient absorption How dental issues...
by Clair Thunes | Sep 15, 2025 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Dr. Krishona Martinson, Forage, Hay, Pasture Management, Podcast, Poisonous Plants, Toxic Plants, University of Minnesota Equine Extension Program
Trees can be beautiful in the Fall but those pretty leaves and seeds may be toxic to your horse. In this episode of Scoop and Scale, we sit down with Dr. Krishona Martinson, Professor and Equine Extension Specialist at the University of Minnesota, to talk about...
