21 articles in 5 categories – advice, research and stories from the stables.
Nutritionist Lizzie Drury describes how she manages her pony Ritu with equine metabolic syndrome: fat storage, regular weigh-ins, timer feedings, soaked hay and 300 grams of Essential Balancer a day.
Beet pulp, soya husks and cassava are more digestible than hay and provide energy without the risks associated with high grain content. What each superfiber is capable of and when Super Fibre Cubes are appropriate.
A sport horse, a regular horse, a weight-loss horse or a horse that needs to gain weight – each requires different feed for gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS). List of feed and supplements by type of horse.
Mineral lyses replenish vitamins and minerals without unnecessary calories, facilitate feeding in the flock and promote saliva production. See when they make sense.
Horses are living longer than before. How to tell if their nutritional needs are changing, and how to feed a senior – from fiber to high-quality protein to metabolic disease.
How do you give a horse more energy without making him gain weight? fitness, drinking regimen, bulky feed and cleverly assembled dosage with balancer.
The composition of the feed dose and feeding patterns have a major impact on digestive health. Gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is one of the common problems caused by improper feeding.
Why a horse's diet should contain more omega-3 than omega-6 fatty acids, where they are found and why fish oil is a more effective source of omega-3 than vegetable oil.
Studies have shown that 45 to 60% of recreational horses are obese. Why are owners often unaware of the risks and steps to help a horse lose weight?
Does your horse need quick energy for short runs, or endurance for long runs? Depending on this, the appropriate feed – starch, superfiber or oil varies.
A horse can lose up to 40 gallons [12 L] of sweat an hour during intense work. We explain why water and electrolytes need to be supplemented at the same time, how to choose an electrolyte supplement, and how much salt a horse needs daily.
Our new visual identity highlights even more clearly what Saracen stands for – clarity, trust and practical expertise. It will make every interaction with us simpler and more confident, for you and your horse, while laying stronger foundations for the future. Why we refreshed the brand We've refreshed our brand and packaging so you can choose the right feed faster and more easily. What hasn't changed is the feed itself – the same recipes, the same quality, the same results. No changes...
Parkourist and veterinary physiotherapist Lily Buckle needed food that would provide her horse with immediate energy from the legs, but it was tasty because her horse is very picky about feeding. Lily sent the following feedback: “I started using Saracen Horse Feeds in my first year of university, when I was studying veterinary physiotherapy, about five years ago. I chose them because of the sheer number...
Bringing a new horse home is a big event, but also a challenge. Every horse arrives with its own habits, health history and needs that affect its diet. For the transition to go smoothly and the horse to settle quickly, it's important to ask the key questions about its feeding in advance. This article will help you work out what to focus on to give your new companion a healthy start. What was the horse being fed? The first step is to find out what the horse ate with its previous owner – what type of feed (cubes,...
Traveling with horses – whether for races, training or trips – brings a lot of joy but also challenges. A change in environment, a different feed or an altered diet can cause stress and digestive problems in sensitive horses. So at Saracen Horse Feeds, we've put together some practical tips for keeping your horse fit and on the move. With a little planning and the right approach, you can minimize risk and ensure that your four-legged companion stays satisfied and ready to perform. The key to stability is maintaining the horse's routine.
When it comes to the health and performance of your horses, feed quality is paramount. Saracen Horse Feeds knows this better than anyone, which is why we've built a reputation for uncompromising attention to detail. Our UK manufacturing facilities combine tradition with cutting-edge technology and strict standards – all in order to offer you a feed you can rely on. Come with us to look under the hood of our quality control system and find out why it's...
This timeline takes you through the history of our family business – how it began, how it has evolved over 200 years and what...
Introduction: Why body condition matters Keeping your horse in optimal body condition is key to its health, performance and a contented life. We often hear the question: “What is the ideal body condition score for my horse?” The answer depends on a number of factors – type of work, breed or health. One thing is clear, though: we don't want horses to be too fat or too thin! Excess weight raises the risk of metabolic disease and laminitis, and strains the heart and musculoskeletal system. Undernourishment, on the other hand, limits...
Changing your horse's diet may be necessary for many reasons – whether it's a change in season, new training requirements...
At Saracen Horse Feeds, we believe that quality feed is based on carefully selected ingredients. Each ingredient is backed by science and designed to promote the health, performance and well-being of your horses – whether they are sport champions, studs or loyal riding companions. We work with Kentucky Equine Research (KER) to ensure that our feed meets the highest standards. Let's take a look at the key ingredients that make our products unique. Barley –...
Over 20 years of joint ventures Saracen Horse Feeds and Kentucky Equine Research (KER) joined forces over 20 years ago to connect the latest scientific knowledge with practical horse nutrition. This long-term partnership enables us to create feed that not only tastes great but also promotes the health, performance and wellbeing of horses at every stage of their lives – from studs to top athletes. Who is Kentucky Equine Research? Kentucky Equine Research, founded in 1988 by Dr. Joe D. The heathen...