Horse Health Hacks | Sound Advice 2/3

Jul 18, 20232 min read

5 Trees Not to Plant in your Paddock

Australia is home to several plants and trees that can be toxic to horses. Here are 5 trees found everywhere in Australia that are known...

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Jul 6, 20233 min read

5 Tips to Deciphering Supplement Labels

Proper nutrition is vital for the health and well-being of our equine companions. Many horse owners rely on nutrition supplements to...

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8 herbs you can plant in your garden that contribute to your horse's wellbeing

Jun 21, 20232 min read

8 herbs you can plant in your garden that contribute to your horse's wellbeing

Do your horses ever lean over your fence to chomp on your precious ornamentals? Here are 8 plants you can put in your garden that are not...

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Jun 4, 20233 min read

Linseed/Flaxseed Benefits to your Horse

Linseed, also known as flaxseed, is a commonly used ingredient in horse nutrition due to its rich nutrient profile, including high levels...

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2 Cost Effective Options for chilling out a Moody Mare

May 22, 20232 min read

2 Cost Effective Options for chilling out a Moody Mare

The Mare's Estrous Cycle: The mare's estrous cycle consists of distinct phases that repeat throughout the breeding season. On average,...

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How do I prevent or treat common skin conditions in horses, such as rain rot or scratches?

Apr 9, 20233 min read

How do I prevent or treat common skin conditions in horses, such as rain rot or scratches?

Rain rot and scratches are two common skin conditions in horses, both caused by bacterial or fungal infections. Rain rot, also known as...

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Feb 23, 20233 min read

Treating Hoof Thrush

Hoof thrush is a common and often frustrating problem that many horse owners face. It is a bacterial infection that affects the frog of...

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5 Horse Health Hacks you can buy from the Supermarket

Feb 16, 20232 min read

5 Horse Health Hacks you can buy from the Supermarket

As a horse owner, you know that taking care of your equine companion can be expensive. From feed to supplements, the cost of horse...

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Saddle Fit: Why it Matters for Your Horse's Comfort and Well-Being

Feb 14, 20234 min read

Saddle Fit: Why it Matters for Your Horse's Comfort and Well-Being

Riding a horse can be an enjoyable and fulfilling experience for both the rider and the horse. However, a poorly fitting saddle can cause...

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Selenium in Horse Nutrition: Importance and Benefits

Feb 6, 20232 min read

Selenium in Horse Nutrition: Importance and Benefits

In order to maintain your horse's health and performance, it is important to provide them with a balanced diet that meets their...

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Dec 28, 20221 min read

Detecting Ulcers May Soon Be Easier

New research conducted suggests saliva can be used to indicate gastric ulcers as an alternative to the more expensive and invasive...

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Dress Your Hoof with Two Household Products

Dec 17, 20222 min read

Dress Your Hoof with Two Household Products

Household products used as hoof dressing that make a difference to hoof health.

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Nov 23, 20224 min read

Parasite Management Naturally

With very high rates of resistance of worms to current dewormers, horse owners need to be holistic in managing parasites.

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Spring! 3 ways to help prevent laminitis

Aug 28, 20223 min read

Spring! 3 ways to help prevent laminitis

Here are 3 ways that you can help to limit grazing without limiting movement.

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Oct 11, 20214 min read

Is your horse overweight on pasture?

Being overweight, or even a healthy weight does not mean a horse's nutritional requirements are being met by pasture alone.

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Jul 19, 20213 min read

On Rugs

Some things to consider when rugging a horse.

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5 ways to Combat Hoof Thrush with Household Products

May 23, 20213 min read

5 ways to Combat Hoof Thrush with Household Products

Many of the off-the-shelf hoof products in the saddlery contain ingredients that are products you might already have at home

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Pros and Cons of Paddock Design - Traditional, Equicentral, Paddock Paradise

Sep 1, 20205 min read

Pros and Cons of Paddock Design - Traditional, Equicentral, Paddock Paradise

Most people would be familiar with a traditional rectangular, pasture paddock, bound by three strands of electric or plain wire, with a...

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Feb 16, 20201 min read

Calm by name calm by nature

How and when to use Sound Advice Calm Mix

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Nov 8, 20193 min read

Don't Feed Your Horse Like A Pig

By understanding a horse's natural physiology you can design a diet that suits their needs.

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