Longer days and warmer temperatures have arrived: Spring is here and it’s a welcome relief to horse owners after a long, wet winter. Milder spring temperatures mean that the grass
Good nutrition is essential, from the time of conception to the birth of a healthy foal. Once the foal arrives, nutrition continues to be vital for both mare and foal
Horses today are living longer and well into old age, thanks to advances in veterinary treatment and horse care. There is no exact threshold for when your horse is officially
We all feed our horses to ensure they get the right nutrients for work and health and we’ve all heard that we should feed ‘little and often’… but just how
With winter upon us, the nights have drawn in, the temperature has dropped and the winter coats are well and truly in use, for both horse and rider! At
Keeping our horses and ponies in good condition is important for their health and well-being, but sometimes they may struggle to maintain weight and so will need extra feeding. The
With the current good weather that we are enjoying, you might be wondering how best to keep your horse comfortable and healthy in the heat? Follow these guidelines for the best
Understanding Energy – Dispelling the Myths and Misconceptions You know the basics: Eat less and move more to lose weight; eat more to gain weight and we’re all too familiar
Soya is a very common ingredient in animal feed and we use it throughout most of the Castle Horse Feeds Range, and with very good reason. What is Soya? The soybean or soya
The right nutrition is essential to keep horses happy and healthy and good nutrition revolves around including the correct levels of nutrients. There are six so-called ‘essential’ nutrients in the
Summer is arguably the most pleasurable time to own a horse, but it’s important to consider your horse’s nutrition throughout as this can be just as important as it is
Oat Feed is commonly used in horse feeds in the UK and Ireland, but it is often thought of as a ‘filler’ with little nutrient value. However, far from just
Owning a pregnant mare can be an exciting time, but when your mare is essentially eating for two, nutrition is key. Your mare will have her own nutrient requirements, but
Horses come in all shapes, breeds and sizes, all with differing nutritional requirements to suit their work levels and lifestyle. Providing a diet which is tailored to your horse through
Unmolassed beet pulp is a versatile and useful feed which we use as a beneficial ingredient in a range of our feeds. It is highly palatable, low in starch and sugar
We were recently contacted by Morgan David Rees in Wales, who got in touch to tell us about a lovely 10yo mare – Cari – that has been afflicted with
With heavy horses turning their sizeable hooves to a variety of activities these days, ranging from pleasure rides, showing and dressage to the more traditional pulling and ploughing, providing the right
During the winter horses can drop condition due to reduced nutrition in grass and lower temperatures. Providing the right nutrition and management helps promote condition, so if your horse drops
If you are looking to boost your horse’s health and condition this winter – then look no further than Smart Linseed to provide a fantastic winter feed: Linseed itself comes
Surviving the snow, dental emergencies and ‘postcards’ from America. There’s never a dull moment for the Equine Management & Training Team. We are well aware that we are not the
Whether your horse jumps, piaffes or hacks, his joints keep him moving. But were you aware that there are three types of joints within your horses’ body? Namely – fibrous
Whilst horses are very adaptable to colder weather, they still need to be fed and managed appropriately when more extreme weather hits. Follow these essential guidelines to help keep your
Horses today are living longer and well into old age, thanks to advances in veterinary treatment and horse care. There is no exact threshold for when your horse is officially
Whether you are a one mare owner or run a large stud, you will want to give your foal the best possible start in life and weaning is a key
Keeping our horses and ponies in good condition is important for their health and well-being, but sometimes they may struggle to maintain weight and so will need extra feeding. The
Feeding for your horse to enhance digestive health Our ace nutritionist – Lisa Elliott MSc – wrote an article for HORSE Magazine on Marvellous Microbes! Did you know that there
The NEW Smart Zero Range. A healthier way to feed your horse. Do you have a horse that suffers from a metabolic or endocrinal condition? An excitable horse that loses
We’re delighted to unveil the brand new Castle Horse Feeds brochure for the Autumn/Winter 2017/18 season! Simply click on the cover image below to view or download and access all
The BETA NOPS (naturally occurring prohibited substances) Scheme is a code of practice throughout the equine feed industry to minimise the risk of NOPS contamination in feeds for horses. Castle
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