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PSSM in horses – What is behind the muscle disease polysaccharide storage myopathy?

You are reading this article because the topic of PSSM in horses, also known as Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy, is close to your heart. Perhaps you are seeing muscle tremors, stiff movements, or m...

The most important amino acids for horses: Important building blocks for muscles, health and performance

Amino acids play an essential role in equine nutrition and are crucial for muscle building, recovery, and the overall health of your horse. The essential amino acids lysine, methionine, and threoni...

Suspensory ligament damage in horses – causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention

Suspensory ligament damage is one of the most common and serious injuries in horses, especially in competitive sports. This injury can have severe consequences for your horse's mobility and quality...

Tendon Damage in Horses: A Comprehensive Guide for Horse Owners

Tendon injuries are one of the most common injuries in horses, especially in athletically active animals. These injuries can have serious consequences for your horse's health and performance. In t...

Joint inflammation in horses: causes, symptoms and treatment

Joint inflammation, also known as arthritis, is one of the most common yet serious conditions that can affect horses. It not only affects the animal's quality of life but can also lead to chronic ...

Muscle building horse - feed selection and targeted training

520 different muscles make up over 50% of your horse's total weight - without muscles, nothing works. But how can you support your horse, build up muscles in a targeted way and how do nutrition, ex...

Osteoarthritis in horses - causes, treatment and prevention

Diagnosis of arthrosis - a big shock for many riders and horse owners. But what exactly is osteoarthritis and what can be done about it? Time for an overview: Causes, diagnosis and treatment, as w...