Free Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses: A Hindgut-Focused Guide
Executive Summary Free Fecal Water Syndrome (FFWS), also referred to as fecal water syndrome in horses or free fecal liquid syndrome, is a chronic equine digestive issue in which horses…
Hindgut Acidosis in Horses: How Grain Overload Disrupts Gut Health
Executive Summary Hindgut acidosis is a diet-driven disruption of normal hindgut fermentation that occurs when starch from grain-based feeds exceeds the digestive capacity of the small intestine and reaches the…
How Hay Type and Meal Timing Affect Stomach Ulcer Risk
Executive Summary Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is best understood as a management-driven condition rather than an unpredictable disease process (Sykes et al., 2015). Horses secrete gastric acid continuously, and…
Feed Your Way to an Ulcer-Free Horse: Nutrition Strategies for EGUS Prevention
Executive Summary Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS), also referred to as equine ulcer syndrome or equine ulcer disease, is among the most prevalent causes of chronic digestive discomfort in modern…
Horse Ulcers Explained: Causes, Subtle Signs, and Modern Diagnostic Tools
Executive Summary Ulcers in horses are among the most prevalent yet persistently underdiagnosed disorders affecting modern equine management. Across disciplines, horse ulcers, including equine gastric ulcers, hindgut ulcers in horses,…
