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The Equine Connection Podcast

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As horse owners, we always strive to do what"s best for our horses. They are our soulmates and a lifelong passion! Brought to you by Tribute® Superior Equine Nutrition, The Equine Connection Podcast is where health, nutrition and love for the horse come together. We share helpful advice, tips and tricks to help all horse owners better care for their four-legged partners.

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18:13

What Happens When Your Horse Doesn’t Sweat (Anhidrosis)

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/08/16

It is estimated up to 6% of all horses develop a syndrome where they start to sweat less and less, which is called "anhidrosis." Eventually, anhidrosis can lead to an almost complete absence of sweat from a horse. This is very concerning since sweating is the primary way horses cool their body temperatures. In this week's podcast, we discuss how anhidrosis may manifest in your horse. We highlight some of the signs to look for in a horse that is developing anhidrosis and what some of the dangers are

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16:32

What Does Ionophore-Free Mean?

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/08/09

You may have heard about “ionophores” and/or “ionophore-free” when it comes to choosing a horse feed for your horses. In this week's podcast, we discuss the risk to your horse’s health and wellbeing when it comes to their feed and potential for cross contaminated with ionophores during feed manufacturing. There are many instances each year where horses have died throughout the United States after accidently ingesting ionophores or ionophore contaminated horse feed. Thus, this is a topic relevant to

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21:51

Deworming Your Horse, When & Why

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/08/02

Internal parasites (worms) can have serious negative impacts on the health and wellbeing of your horses. They can compete with the horse for any digested food or often feed off the horse itself. Most concerning is some internal parasites can cause internal organ damage as they migrate within the horse’s body. This is why deworming your horse is so important. In this week's podcast, we highlight why deworming is so important and then how we deworm our horses today. Much has changed in the past decade

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17:07

How to Handle a Horse That Refuses to Eat

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/07/26

Horses are known for their ravenous appetite. Thus, there can be nothing more frustrating or worrying than feeding your horse and watching them refuse to eat. Yet, you should be aware of any of the possible factors that cause a horse to refuse their feed and deal with them quickly. In this week's podcast we highlight why a horse may refuse to eat. We discuss what steps you should take to check their health and then a few scenarios on why they may not be eating. It can be frustrating but more likely

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19:13

What Horse Manure Tells You

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/07/19

A horse’s digestive health is critical to their overall well-being and performance. While we often think of manure as just a by-product of digestion, it can be a good indicator of the horse’s digestive and overall health. Thus, in this week's podcast we talk about the characteristics of the horse’s manure, such as consistency of the feces. We also discuss how manure can indicate important information on the horse’s diet and any underlying health problems. This is a task every horse owner should do

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23:48

Value of Horse Feeds

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/07/12

In this week's podcast we chat about the costs and value of your horse's feed. We highlight what goes into them and what you should consider when looking at what to feed your horse. We also chat about the thought that goes into formulating a horse feed and the how it is made. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine

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22:53

Quarter Horse Feeding Guide

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/07/05

American Quarter Horses, or known as simply Quarter Horses, are the most popular breed in the United States. They are even quite popular around the world. Known for their versatile nature, athleticism, agility, and good nature make them a favorite among many horse owners. Thus, proper nutrition is vital for their overall health and well-being. In this week's podcast we chat about what makes Quarter Horses unique and what specifically owners need to be aware of. Not only is their diet critical in

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18:59

Hay Cubes versus Hay Pellets for Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/06/28

When it comes to feeding fiber to horses, most usually think of pasture or hay. However, other popular options can include the feeding of hay cubes or hay pellets. In this week's podcast we discuss the differences between hay cubes and hay pellets. We also give some suggestion on when you can use them and how to use them. We do note that both hay cubes and hay pellets can be beneficial to horses, but usually only under certain circumstances. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our

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20:06

Why Allergy Testing Can Be Unreliable for Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/06/21

Horses, like humans, can suffer from a wide variety of allergies. From tree to grass pollen, to everyday dust and mold, to insect bites, and even certain foods, a certain subset of horses will experience some level of allergic reactions. However, identifying what exactly a horse is allergic to can be a long and expensive process. In this week's podcast, we tackle what allergy tests are available to horses and what they can tell you. There are also many unreliable and very expensive tests on the

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16:00

Air Quality Impacts on Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/06/14

We recorded this episode as fires raged in Canada that pushed smoke down into the United States and having major impacts on the air quality in both countries. These events brought up an issue we do not often think about and that is how air quality can impact our horses. In this week's podcast we talk about air quality and how it impacts a horse's respiratory system. We also highlight the Air Quality Index, which is used worldwide to measure how polluted the air is. It also can be used as a guide for

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25:46

How to Pick the Right Horse Feed

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/06/07

With so many options of horse feeds today, picking the right feed for your horse can be overwhelming. In this week's episode, we talk about some of the considerations you should think about when making those choices. We start out on how to evaluate your horse and what that may mean. We then address what you might consider when feeding hay and then what horse feed you may need. Then we give some general advice and where you may seek some help. A very good topic for any horse owner. You can learn

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15:58

Fly Control for Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/05/31

Spring is the time of year when flies begin to reemerge and pester our horses. In this podcast, we first provide an overview of the types of flies that bother our horses. Flies are also a concern because they can harm our horses through the spread of disease. From a nutritional point of view, flies can lead to loss of body condition. Further, horses can and often do suffer stress from flies by either the fly pestering them through constant buzzing, feeding off the horse's secretions, like around the

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19:51

Visual Appraisal of Horse Hay

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/05/24

In this week's podcast, we talk about how to visually appraise your horse hay and what it means for your animals. This is because high quality hay is critically important for providing your horses with not only essential nutrients, but also in maintaining their gut health. We discuss how not all hay is created equal and how to spot the differences. This is an important topic to help ensure your horses receive the highest possible nutrition from their forage. Every horse owner should have the ability

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20:26

Magnesium Supplements for Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/05/17

Magnesium is one of the nutrients that is getting more attention in both human and equine nutrition. This is because, as a mineral, magnesium plays a vital role in both muscle and nerve function. Some studies have shown magnesium may help in reducing horse excitability. Antidotal evidence shows that it may help with horses that experience tying up or muscle soreness. Thus, in this week's podcast, we discuss magnesium, just how much horses receive each day in an average equine diet and if horses

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12:41

Water Quality For Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/05/10

Water is the mainstay of life for not only us, but also for our horses. One major consideration covered in this week's podcast is not only the factors that influence water intake, but also the quality of water your horses drink. Understanding where your horse's water is sourced from and its quality is vitally important to their health and wellbeing. We also address water testing and when to get it done. An important podcast for any horse owner. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our

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17:48

Introducing Horses to Spring Pasture

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/05/03

Spring is a very busy time of year for many horse owners. This is especially true when transitioning their horse's diet. With the warmer weather, many horses transition from a winter diet of hay to being out on the beautiful, green and lush pastures. However, this is also a time of year where all owners need to be cautious. In this week's podcast, we discuss everything about spring pastures and what you should be careful of. This is especially important for those that have horses that are sensitive

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18:28

Managing Your Spring Horse Pastures

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/04/26

Spring is a time of year that is really dynamic for horse owners. One area that is really critical for many is the reestablishment of their spring pastures. This is important because pastures are not only an excellent source of nutrition for your horses, but they also provide numerous other health benefits. Thus, we address these benefits and the important nutrients that pastures provide, as well as what horse owners can expect as their pastures transition from winter to spring. We also do briefly

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11:06

NEW! Seniority® Low NSC Horse Feed

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/04/19

With all the advancements in equine nutrition, one area that we keep having to address is the amount of sugar and starch (NSC) in a horse's diet. Horse owners around the world are looking to feed their horses diets low in NSC. A new horse feed, Seniority® Low NSC, is now available to horse owners. It has a NSC value of only 10%! The question is, what type of horse is this feed intended for and who can feed it? That is the topic of this week's podcast. You can learn more about this feed and its

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20:07

Sand Colic in Horses

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/04/12

Colic is the #1 killer of young horses throughout the world. One type is sand colic, which is when horses accumulate sand/dirt in their digestive tract. This can lead to impaction or other types of colic and can be very troublesome for many horse owners. In this week's podcast, we discuss sand colic, what the statistics show us, how horses get it and how owners can help prevent or limit it in their horses. We also talk about sand clearance products made with psyllium and if they are effective or

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19:50

Low % NSC vs. NSC Intake in Horse Diets

The Equine Connection Podcast ·

2023/04/05

How we are feeding horses has changed so much over the past few decades. In one major shift, and the one you keep hearing about, is, low NSC (sugars and carbohydrates). Really, what nutritionists are talking about is the percent of NSC in that type of feed. In this week's podcast, we explain what the percent NSC in a diet (or horse feed) means and how to evaluate if it is a low, medium or high amount of NSC. The goal of any horse feeding program is to feed lower AMOUNTS of NSC, and how much you feed

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