by Clair Thunes | Aug 3, 2026 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Electrolytes, Equine Nutrition, Podcast, Salt
How much salt does your horse really need? Are salt blocks enough? When should you feed electrolytes and do you actually need them if you’re already feeding salt? In this episode we answer your biggest questions about horse salt, electrolytes, and hydration,...
by Clair Thunes | Jun 22, 2026 | Dr. Clair Thunes, Electrolytes, Equine Biosecurity, Equine Nutrition, Horse Show, Podcast, Salt, Trailering
Summer means horse shows, trail rides, vacations, and long days on the road with our horses. But are you prepared for the unique challenges that come with trailering horses in hot weather? In this episode we discuss how to keep your horse safe, comfortable, and...
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 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 | 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...
by Clair Thunes | Jan 5, 2026 | Chondroitin, Collagen, Dr. Clair Thunes, Equine Nutrition, Glucosamine, Horse Joint Supplements, Hyaluronic acid (HA), MSM, Podcast, Supplements
Do horse joint supplements actually work or are they just expensive hope in a bucket? In this episode, we take a science-based look at equine joint supplements and the ingredients most commonly used to support joint health. In this episode, you’ll learn:-Why joint...
