• Why do horses need electrolytes?

    Electrolytes are essential minerals, such as sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, and magnesium, that help regulate hydration, nerve signals, and muscle contractions. When horses sweat during exercise, travel, or hot weather,…

  • When should I give my horse electrolytes?

    Electrolytes are especially important during and after heavy exercise, endurance work, competitions, or transport. They should also be given during hot, humid, or stressful conditions when horses sweat more than…

  • Can I give electrolytes every day?

    Yes, many horses benefit from daily electrolyte supplementation, especially those in training, competing regularly, or living in warmer climates. Daily doses help maintain consistent hydration levels and prevent imbalances before…

  • How do I give electrolytes to my horse?

    Electrolytes can be provided in a few ways. They can be mixed into feed, added to drinking water, or given directly as a paste or drench. For reliable results, follow…

  • myPET Podcast: The Eye Of The Horse!

    This episode explores eye problems in horses — why they happen so often, the conditions that commonly affect the equine eye, and why urgent veterinary assessment is essential. It explains…

  • How Often Should You Worm Your Horse?

    Horse worming is no longer generally recommended on a routine calendar schedule, with veterinarians and product manufacturers now advising a more targeted approach. Modern best practice is to use Faecal…

  • The New Approach to Horse Worming

    For many years, horse owners were advised to worm their horses at fixed intervals throughout the year. While this approach was once considered best practice, research and real-world results have…