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Does your horse have a leaky gut?
| Alex McCraw and 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
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, Keith Latson, and Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVS is a veterinary specialist in equine surgery and DVM, DACVIM
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 and Alex McCraw, DVM, DACVIM
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 and 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
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 (National Board Certification of Animal Acupressure and Massage)
Beta-glucans for horses have been shown to positively impact performance and immunity. Learn all the benefits of beta-glucans here!
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The Big Three: Pre-, Pro-, and Postbiotics for Horses
| Casie Bazay, BS, NBCAAM (National Board Certification of Animal Acupressure and Massage)
Pre-, pro-, and postbiotics for horses are recommended for maximum health! FInd out how to get all three biotics for your horse here.
