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This is a space where all of us horse and dog addicts can get together to discuss some serious topics related to horse and dog health. I will be posting two to three answers a week to the questions you have about your horse’s and/or dog’s health related issues. Keep in mind these are only my opinions and they are for informational purposes only. Please consult your veterinarian before treating your horse, pony or dog for any ailment. Read on »

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Keeping your Horse Sand Colic FreeFeatured Article

We will be moving our horses (9 yr G Paint & 6 yr G Quarter Horse) to our property in a little over a month. We will have a new pasture for them to stay in with a horsewire fence. Our pasture is mostly sandy type dirt and we have been told that sandy area can cause a sand colic in horses. Is there a supplement we can buy and if so, which one is best? We have been told a “Sand Blaster” type supplement should be used. Thank you. EG, Texas

What is the best and most cost effective way to sand your horses? I have heard that metamucil is good but, I would rather avoid using it. I use Fiberpsyll and that is the cheapest physillium product I have found so far. KM, Florida

I noticed a disclaimer on psyllium used for gut sand reduction stating that no scientific research has been done on its use. Why not? DG, California

Dear Sand Colic Question Writers,

DG, I’m not sure what disclaimer you’re looking at. I’ve looked at all the labels of all the psyllium products for horses I could find (whether we sold them or not) and couldn’t find one. Do you mean this statement? Read the rest of this entry »

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