#WEEKEND WELLNESS

Weekend Wellness, by Kentucky Performance Products: Is Sweet Itch Driving Your Horse Crazy?

Summer seasonal recurrent dermatitis (SSRD) or sweet itch, is caused by an allergic reaction to the saliva of the Culicoides midge (“no-see-ums”). These bothersome fellows are active from April through October. Here are some tips to help you offer your horse some relief. (more…)

Weekend Wellness, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: What Does Vitamin E Deficiency Look Like in Horses?

Is your horse getting enough Vitamin E? This essential antioxidant plays a critical role in protecting nerve and muscle cells from damage, so make sure you know what to look for in your horse. (more…)

Weekend Wellness, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: Endocrine Disorders in the Equine Athlete

Endocrine disorders affect a large number of equines. Traditionally the main concern with these conditions has been the development of laminitis, more issues are becoming apparent. (more…)

Weekend Wellness From Kentucky Performance Products: Safely Switching Your Horse From Pasture Grass to Hay

Switching from pasture to hay too quickly can lead to upsets in your horse’s gut, which can result in gas colic. Switching slowly allows your horse to adapt. (more…)

Weekend Wellness, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: Keeping Your Horse Healthy While Traveling

Traveling can be hard on horses. The change in routine and limited turn out can cause digestive upset and general stress. Here are eight tips to keep your horse healthy on the road: (more…)

Weekend Wellness From Kentucky Performance Products: Feeding the Overweight Horse in Spring

Earlier this year we discussed healthy spring feeding tips for the underweight horse. Now it’s time to address how to feed the overweight horse when the grass starts to come in and there seems to be food to be had everywhere. (more…)