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Colic Is Rarely Random: The 7 Proven Risk Factors and What to Do About Them
| Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM · Keith Latson, DVM, DACVS · Alex McCraw
Colic is rarely random. Research has identified seven proven risk factors, and most of them come down to management decisions made every single day. Here is what the science says and how to lower the odds.
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Break the Cycle: Why Ulcers Keep Coming Back and What to Do About It
| Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM · Keith Latson, DVM, DACVS · Alex McCraw
40 to 90 percent of performance horses have ulcers. Most get treated. Most come back. Here is why and what to do about it according to the vets behind 6666 Equine Supplements.
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Does your horse have a leaky gut?
| Alex McCraw · Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM
When the gut breaks down, everything follows. Here's what leaky gut actually is, what causes it in performance horses, and how to support the barrier from the inside out.
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Recognizing the Early Signs of Lameness in Your Horse
| Alex McCraw · Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM
A horse's body whispers before it shouts. Here's how to catch the early signs of lameness and the practical management habits that make a difference.
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$100,000 Before Adulthood
| Alex McCraw
Sarah Rose Jons just crossed $100,000 in lifetime earnings before adulthood. Here's a look at the horsemanship, the horses, and the program keeping them all going.
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No Shortcuts: Addie Weil on Young Horses, Rodeo, and Playing the Long Game
| Alex McCraw
Pro Breakaway Roper Addie Weil dives into young horses, foundation, and finding confidence. From seasoned horses to developing colts, she shares the principles that shape her program and her life in and out of the arena.
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Hindgut Ulcers: What Most Horse Owners Miss
| Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM · Alex McCraw
Hindgut ulcers are common in performance horses, but they’re often overlooked. Understanding how routine stressors affect the hindgut helps explain why digestion, hydration, and overall resilience are closely connected.
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Here's to the Great Horses: Meet Cornbread
| Alex McCraw
Heavens Got Credit, aka Cornbread, owned by 6666 Equine Supplements ambassador and professional barrel racer Mindy Holloway, entered the 2025 National Finals Rodeo prepared for the moment and played a key role in helping Kassie Mowry secure the World Championship.
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When the Temperature Drops, Joints Feel It First
| Alex McCraw · Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM
As temperatures drop, joints move differently. This article explains why cold weather exposes joint stress, how hauling adds strain, and why gut health plays a role in supporting horses through winter work.
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Immune Health in Horses: How the Gut Sets the Pace
| Alex McCraw · Keith Latson, DVM, DACVS
A horse’s immune strength begins in the gut. Learn how gut microbial balance helps maintain immune and digestive health.
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The Gut–Joint Axis in Horses: Why Healthy Digestion Means Healthy Movement
| Emily Dickson, MS in Equine Nutrition
How is the science of gut health connected to joint health, and what you can do to help your horse move comfortably, recover quickly, and perform at their best for the long haul?
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The Benefits of Beta-Glucans for Horses
| Casie Bazay, BS, NBCAAM
Beta-glucans for horses have been shown to positively impact performance and immunity. Learn all the benefits of beta-glucans here!
