Equine Nutrition Articles

Hear Poseidon’s Animal Health Veterinarian, Dr. Ethan Romas-Hill talk about: How the Gut-Hoof Connection links a poorly functioning gut to nutrient deficiencies that cause hoof problems, including issues like laminitis and brittle hooves. The importance of Stress Management and more hoof health factors.

Almost 8% of equine deaths can be linked to laminitis. Factors such as obesity, high sugar diets, hormonal imbalances, excessive workload, and a myriad of other environmental issues, can cause horses’ immune system to overload and trigger laminitis. It's crucial to address the root causes of laminitis while providing supportive care.