How To Keep Your Horse's Joints in Top Condition

In this article I would like to share with you what specific active ingredients to look for in a high quality equine joint supplement. The fact is that nowadays there are hundreds of different types of equine joint supplements for horses available. Go to Amazon and search for horse joint supplements. You will notice that there are literally hundreds of different products and product formulations available and this massive choice leaves a lot of inexperienced members of the equestrian community confused.

As a person who has spent the last fifteen months working in the equine supplements industry I can tell you that just because the company making the supplement claims that it's good for your horse, it does not necessarily mean that it's actually a good product. Equine supplement world lacks regulations and the existing regulations are not properly enforced, which means that there are a lot of products of questionable quality in the market. In this article I would like to share with you some pointers and a list of specific active ingredients that you should look for in a high quality equine joint supplement.

Glucosamine: First of all you want to look for supplements that contain Glucosamine, because it is vital for cartilage metabolism and for the renewal of connective tissue in and around the joints. In addition to this Glucosamine is also required for the formation of the synovial fluid.

MSM (methyl sulphonyl methane): MSM works in perfect synergy with Glucosamine and you should always look for joint supplements that contain both MSM and Glucosamine. MSM  is important because it provides all of the essential building materials to the joint which are vital for tend and ligament repair.

Omega 3 and 6: In addition to Glucosamine and MSM you also want to look for products that contain the right ratio of Omega 3 and Omega 6. Omega 6 strengthens and supports immune system and mops up the free radical damage caused by imbalanced fatty acids. Omega 3 on the other hand is required for the formulation of specific prostaglandins.

These active ingredients are proven and tested by time and you should only look for products that have them listed. It does not matter whether you are involved in competitive horse riding disciplines or if you simply ride for your own enjoyment, you want to do whatever you possibly can to strengthen and support your horse's joints.

Our horses joints are very vulnerable quite simply because the constant pounding and twisting puts them under enormous strain and pressure. By supplementing your horse's with supplements that contain active ingredients that I have described above you will supply your horse's body with all of the essential materials that are needed to maintain strong and healthy joints.

Two Equine Supplements You Should Be Using in The Winter

Winter is just around the corner and in this article I would like to talk with you about equine supplements that you should be giving to your horse throughout the Winter.

You see, if you've been a member of the equestrian community for some time now, if you have been around horses for at least several years you have probably noticed that cold and wet weather puts our horses under a lot of strain and if you want to make sure that your horse looks and feels great throughout the winter then you will have to start supplementing your horse's diet with two types of supplements: feed balancers and joint supplements.

First of all let's talk about feed balancers.

The fact is that throughout the winter grazing conditions are not perfect which means that our horses do not get as many vital nutrients and minerals that their bodies need from natural sources. As a result of this nutrient deficiency quite a lot of horses tend to lose weight and condition and prevent this from occurring it is recommended to start supplementing your horse's diet with a high quality feed balancer that will contain all of the essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients your horse needs to look and feel great.

Now, in addition to feed balancers, you should also look into joint supplements. The fact is that horse's joints are very vulnerable, quite simply because the constant pounding and twisting puts them under a lot of strain. The hard ground in the winter puts our horse's joints under even more strain and this increase the likelihood of an injury. To minimize the risk of joint injuries you should supplement your horse's diet with a high quality joint supplement that will strengthen and support your horse's joints. To learn more about equine joint supplements have a look at my latest article on EzineArticles titled "What To Look For in A High Quality Equine Joint Supplement"

What Equine Supplements Does Your Horse Really Needs

I have spent the last 15 months working in the equine supplements industry and in today's article I would like to share with you some really interesting information about equine supplements. More specifically I would like to take you behind the scenes and share with you a list of supplements that your horse really needs.

Now, in this article I want to focus on the products that are really useful. You see, there are lots of supplements and products available that aren't really necessary. They are packed with exotic active ingredients, have cool names and amazing packaging, but at the end of the day they do very little to help your horse.

On the other hand there are several equine supplements that are proven and tested by time and that really work and in this article I would like to talk with you about some of them.

First of all, the single most important supplement that you can buy for your horse today is a good, high quality feed balancer. I know that this does not sound sexy or ground breaking and I know that this probably isn't the suggestion that you were looking for, but the fact is feed balancers have been around for decades and they have helped millions of horses worldwide to look and feel better.

There are dozens of feed balancer for you to choose from. These are feed balancers for performance horses, veteran horses, laminitic horses, overweight horses and etc. At this first glance this massive choice of different types of formulations might cause confusion, but if you are not involved in competitive horse riding disciplines and if your horse's workload is relatively low then you want to stick to the most basic feed balancer.

In addition to feed balancers you should also look into joint supplements. Why? Quite simply because joint problems are very common among horses and one of the easiest ways to minimise the risk of joint disease is to supplement your horse's diet with a high quality joint supplement.

For more information about horse supplements you should have a look at my latest article on EzineArticles titled 4 Unique Equine Supplements to Try

Planning To Buy a Horse? Here Are Some Important Things That You Need To Know

Every single year thousands of new people get into horse riding and while some of them dive into horse riding totally prepared, knowing all of the ins and outs of the equine care, most of the people who get into horse riding know very little about what makes a good horse rider and how to properly look after a horse.

In this article I would like to to share with you some thought provoking questions that you need to ask yourself before you end up purchasing a horse. These questions will force you to think about your purchase and eventually they will help you to make a better buying decision and own a horse that is right for your needs.

The first and probably the single most important thing that you need to ask yourself is how competent of a rider are you? I know that for some of you this might sound like it has nothing to do with buying horses, but you have got to be realistic about your own capabilities as this is essential in determining what type of horse to look for.

You see, there's no best horse breed. Each breed has it's own advantages and disadvantages and by being clear about your capabilities you will be able to select a horse that is right for you.

Are you planning to get involved in competitive horse riding disciplines or are you planning to ride your horse simply for recreational reasons?

In addition to this you also need to think through your long term considerations. The fact is that life is unpredictable and you need to ask yourself what would you do if your situation changed. What will you do if your horse will get ill? What will if you do if you will lose your job?

This brings us to finances.

When it comes to owning a horse, quite a lot of people think that the initial purchase outlay, the actual cost of the horse will be their biggest expense, yet the truth is nowhere near that. The fact is that looking after a horse, taking care of the horse, properly feeding the horse will cost you thousands every single year. From food and equine supplements to regular vet checks and medication.

You've got to realize that owning a horse is not cheap. If you are planning to get involved in horse riding disciplines you will have to supplement your horse's diet with high quality supplement and these supplements come at a cost.

Where To Learn About Equine Care

Over the past several months I have written quite a lot about different types of horse supplements and how to choose the right equine supplements for your horse. In today's article I would like to talk with you about something different and share with you some useful information about what are the best sources of information on equine care and health.

The fact is that nowadays there are hundreds if not thousands of different magazines, blogs, videos and websites online that contain tens of thousands of article about horse care. If you notice that there could be something wrong with your horse it is intuitive for you, as a horse owner, to try to learn as much about the possible problem and see whether you could deal with the problem on your own. At the first glance this might look like a smart idea, because not only will you be able to save money by not having to waste hundreds on veterinarian consultations, but you will also learn quite a lot about horse care. While at the first glance this sounds like a great idea, the reality is that it isn't.

The fact is that horse health isn't something that should be neglected and you should trust only a highly experienced veterinarian who will be able to give you solid advice and suggestions about how to treat one problem or another.

Veterinarians are often some of the best sources of guidance for horse riders to consider and not only will they be able to help you and give you some useful information and advice about your horse's health, but they can also help you when it comes to choosing the right equine supplements and etc.

If your horse does not have any health problems and if you simply want to learn more about equine care then you could speak to the breeder, that's assuming that you've purchased your horse from one.

Finally, there are plenty of legit bloggers and writers out there who regularly publish content both online and offline and who genuinely care about horses.

The fact is that there are hundreds, if not thousands of blogs, just like this one where authors regurarly publish high quality information about horse care. For example, I have just updated my Weebly blog and published an article about The Only Three Supplements That Your Horse Will Ever Need.