Author: Nikki LG

Senior feed is’t necessary simply because a horse reaches a certain age. Learn when it makes sense, how complete senior feeds work and what to consider when choosing one.

Ration balancers for horses provide concentrated vitamins, minerals and protein without requiring a large amount of feed. Learn how they work, which horses may benefit and how to feed them correctly.

Sweet itch can make horses intensely itchy and difficult to keep comfortable. Learn what causes it, what it looks like and what actually helps manage it.

Rain rot in horses can spread quickly in wet conditions. Learn what causes it, what it looks like and how to treat it without making irritated skin worse.

Scratches in horses can range from mild irritation to painful, recurring pastern dermatitis. Learn what causes scratches, how they’re treated and what more than a decade of managing a severed chronic case taught me.