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02/26/2026

The lungs are part of the foundation for a horse’s amazing athletic capacity. Even minimal inflammation can lead to problems with breathing, decreases in athletic performance and shorten a horse’s career if left unchecked.

When it comes to protecting your horse from pollution, prevention is your best defense.
1) Look at the Air Quality Health Index before riding. When the air quality is poor, choose to avoid intense exercise.
2) Cut down on dust by watering the barn aisle before sweeping or by sweeping and mucking stalls when horses are turned out.
3) Check hay for dust and mold spores, particularly if you're feeding round bales or large square bales.

Learn more at the link in the comments.

02/25/2026

In the winter, horses spend a large amount of their time shut inside the barn, particularly with this year's harsh weather conditions. Being stuck inside means increased exposure to dust and mold, as well as overall poor ventilation and air flow. What can you do to improve air quality and reduce dust in your stable?

To start with, look for a stable that has a proper combination of ventilation and insulation ... discover more tips in the comments.

02/24/2026

At the beginning of your ride, does your horse do a few deep coughs? At what point does just "clearing out the cobwebs" become something to worry about?

Breathing problems related to equine asthma can become more frequent or severe toward the end of winter and early spring, when horses and ponies have been exposed to more dust and allergens in hay, barns, stalls, and indoor arenas. If your horse is coughing but doesn’t have an elevated temperature, hasn’t traveled, and hasn’t been around a horse with a respiratory infection, your veterinarian might suspect equine asthma.

Learn more about when to worry at the link in the comments.

02/23/2026

"In humans, dietary polyphenols have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects in individuals with asthma. A team of researchers from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recently set out to determine if these supplements have similar effects on equine asthma."

Does your horse have equine asthma? This article from EquiManagement may be able to answer some of your questions about this common, and often undiagnosed, respiratory condition.

Evidence-based approaches to help veterinarians care for horses with equine asthma.

02/22/2026

When you evaluate a new supplement and you look at the ingredient list—what strikes you first? Many horse owners believe that the longer the ingredient list, the better a supplement will work. However, that can often result in a supplement with "a little of everything, and a lot of nothing."

It’s the right quantity of the right ingredients that matters most. When you see a long list of ingredients on the back of a supplement, pause and research further before assuming the product will work. Go beyond how many ingredients are listed. Evaluate the amount of each and whether or not they will address your horse's specific needs. Above all, trust the advice of your veterinarian.

When evaluating a supplement, look for research-based products with veterinary backing, like Kentucky Performance Products.

02/20/2026

If you live in the northeast, you could be forgiven for thinking that your barn had been transported to the arctic tundra this past month. With more snow predicted for much of the northern United States this weekend, it's crucial to cut down on ice as much as possible around the barn. Check out these tips from Horse Nation!

In the wake of last weekend's storm, many of us are dealing with ice at the barn (and everywhere else!). ❄️🐎

From slick gateways to frozen water areas, icy footing can turn routine chores into a slip-and-fall waiting to happen — for horses and humans.

Our good friends at Kentucky Performance Products pulled together practical, barn-smart ways to reduce the risk (plus one common mistake that actually makes things worse).

👉Read the full article here: https://loom.ly/PdpcLek

💬 What’s your go-to solution when the barn turns into a skating rink?

02/20/2026

Kentucky Performance Products is proud to highlight AAEVT-American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Vice President Jlynn Meyer in our new video series, KPP in Practice: Vet Tech Voices.

Veterinary technicians are often the unsung heroes of veterinary clinics. We're excited to shine the spotlight on the important role they play in the care our horses receive and hear their experiences with Kentucky Performance Products.

Thank you to Jlynn for sharing his story! Stay tuned for more.

02/19/2026

Elevate® contains a highly bioavailable source of natural vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. It helps maintain healthy muscle and nerve function and supports a strong immune system in horses of all ages.

Does your horse turn their nose up at powdered supplements? Elevate is now available in pellets!

02/18/2026

Many equestrians are aware of the signs of severe vitamin E deficiency, which include neurological issues and muscle wasting. However, subtle signs, like stiffness and a poorly developed topline, often go undiagnosed.

Test your knowledge of the signs of vitamin E deficiency at the link in the comments.

02/17/2026

A look back: In 1994, Canadian researchers at the University of Saskatchewan confirmed a long-held suspicion among equine nutritionists that horses may need additional vitamin E when no fresh, high-quality pasture grass is available.

Is your horse getting enough vitamin E this winter?

Learn more about the findings of the study at the link in the comments.

02/17/2026

Discovered in 1990, equine motor neuron disease (EMND) is a progressive condition that leads to muscle wasting, weight loss, uncoordination, and more. Initially it was not well understood, but over time veterinarians discovered that it affects horses with very low or deficient vitamin E levels in circulating blood.

In 2007, researchers at Cornell University fed horses diets that were deficient in vitamin E. After an average 38.5 months on the diet, out of the 11 horses on the deficient diet, 10 developed EMND.*

Read more about the relationship between EMND and vitamin E at the link in the comments.

*Mohammed HO, Divers TJ, Summers BA, de Lahunta A. Vitamin E deficiency and risk of equine motor neuron disease. Acta Vet Scand. 2007 Jul 2;49(1):17. doi: 10.1186/1751-0147-49-17. PMID: 17605810; PMCID: PMC1950518.