Feed/Supplements

Welcome to the SmartPak Ask A Pro series, where we will be introducing the SmartPak Health Team and covering a wide range of topics surrounding equine health and supplements. Dr. Gray and Dr. Appleton are members of SmartPak’s Health Team. Together, they introduce new SmartPak-brand supplements for horses (and dogs!) They also coordinate the research behind the SmartPak-brand supplements and provide customers with educational information.

We asked our featured equine nutritionist, Dr. James Lattimer from ADM Animal Nutrition, for his professional opinion on several key nutritional topics.

Good nutrition is the foundation of horse health, but does premium feed mean premium nutrition? Here are five reasons why specially formulated premium equine feeds rise above the rest.

Chronic pain, stiffness and inflammation—especially in the joints—are common challenges in working horses. Alternative supplements with potent natural ingredients can help restore healthy movement without the drawbacks of traditional drugs.

Fall is the time make a plan to help your horse cope with the challenges of the coming cold weather.

Use these simple tips and techniques to keep your horse happy and healthy when the weather turns cold.

When you have to feed a group of horses in the field together, take a few precautions to prevent altercations.