Practical opportunities to navigate the future of feed showcased at ANCC 2025 in Niagara Falls
February 27, 2025 - Ottawa, ONTARIO — Advances in animal nutrition research are generating exciting opportunities for the livestock and feed sector.
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Nutritional Considerations in the Winter Months
The fall is a perfect time to have a nutritionist evaluate your feeding program. Ensuring your horse is on a balanced diet through the winter can make a significant difference in their well-being. It is also a great time to adjust your horse’s diet slowly prior to show season.
Knowing What to Feed Your Horse
Entering a feed store and trying to put together a nutrition plan that meets your horse’s needs can be a daunting task. With a market that is saturated with options, equine nutrition can be overwhelming. I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way!
Equine Guelph Launches Biosecurity Risk Calculator 2.0 with New Partner, Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC)
Guelph, ON Feb 12, 2025 - Equine Guelph is excited to announce the relaunch of its newly upgraded Biosecurity Risk Calculator, an innovative online healthcare tool designed to help horse owners and caretakers assess and manage infectious disease risks. The updated tool also comes with the announcement of a new education partner, the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC), enhancing the tool's educational resources and outreach.
Emily McNulty Awarded 2024 Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award
Guelph, ON January 16, 2025 - Equine Guelph is proud to announce that Emily McNulty, a third-year student in the University of Guelph Equine Management program, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Roger L'Heureux Memorial Equine Award.
Preventing Frostbite & Hypothermia in Horses:
Exposure to extreme low temperatures can lead to serious health concerns like hypothermia and frostbite in horses. Frostbite usually affects the extremities, while hypothermia is a systemic condition caused by a dangerous drop in core body temperature.
Make 2025 the Year of Optimal Equine Nutrition
Guelph, ON January 6, 2025 - This January, Equine Guelph invites horse owners to make a meaningful New Year’s resolution; take charge of your horse’s nutrition and health through an instructor-led Body Condition Scoring Course.
Ring in the New Year with a Free Horse Behaviour & Safety Course for Youth
Guelph, ON - January 3, 2025 - Equine Guelph, the horse owner’s centre at the University of Guelph, is excited to announce their On-Demand Horse Behaviour and Safety course for youth course will be FREE from January 1 - March 31, 2025 to youth who love horses around the globe!
Can My Horse Eat That?
Giving treats to horses is an important component of training, enrichment, bonding, and even administering medications for many owners.
UF researchers to study pain, with help from horses
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A horse, a scientist, an engineer, and a physiologist walk into a doctor’s office.