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In a busy show jumping program, consistency starts with strong daily management, and nutrition is a key part of that foundation. 🐎

For Charlie Jones and the team at Stone Ridge Sport Horses, supporting horses through every stage of training and competition means focusing on both performance and long-term wellness.

W-3 Oil has become an important part of their feeding program, helping provide a source of omega-3 fatty acids to support healthy skin and coat condition, recovery, and overall health in hardworking sport horses. Whether horses are developing at home or competing at the top level, targeted nutritional support helps them look and feel their best.

By combining quality forage, thoughtful management, and balanced nutrition, Charlie and his team help ensure each horse has the foundation needed to perform and thrive. 💙

🧠 Did You Know?

🌲 Trail riding can provide valuable mental enrichment by exposing horses to new environments, terrain, and sensory experiences. These changes in routine may help encourage relaxation, confidence, and engagement outside of regular arena work.

🏔️ Riding on varied terrain can help support balance, coordination, and overall conditioning. Hills, uneven footing, and natural obstacles encourage horses to use different muscle groups and develop body awareness.

⚠️ Proper preparation is important for safe and enjoyable trail rides. Conditioning, hydration, hoof care, and gradually introducing horses to new environments can help support comfort and performance on the trail.

🔖 To learn more about trail riding with your horse, click the link below:
🇨🇦CA:https://madbarn.ca/trail-riding-with-your-horse/
🇺🇸US:https://madbarn.com/trail-riding-with-your-horse/

🐴 How do I manage arthritis in my horse?

Arthritis is a common degenerative joint condition that can affect horses of all ages, but it is especially common in senior horses and those in regular work.

Over time, wear and tear within the joints can lead to inflammation, cartilage breakdown, stiffness, reduced mobility, and discomfort that may affect your horse’s performance and quality of life.

Common signs of arthritis may include stiffness when warming up, shortened stride length, difficulty bending, swelling around joints, reluctance to move forward, or changes in performance and behavior.

Managing arthritis often requires a combination of veterinary care, appropriate exercise, hoof balance, weight management, and nutritional support to help maintain joint comfort and mobility.

Regular low-impact movement can help keep joints lubricated and support muscle strength, while maintaining a healthy body condition reduces unnecessary stress on the joints.

Nutrition also plays an important role in joint health. Providing a balanced diet with adequate vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants can help support overall musculoskeletal health and long-term soundness.

Omega-3 fatty acids may help support a balanced inflammatory response and help regulate oxidative stress.

Products like w-3 Oil, AminoTrace+, and Omneity are formulated to support joint health, mobility, and overall health in horses.

Read more below:
CA: https://madbarn.ca/how-to-manage-arthritis-in-horses/
US: https://madbarn.com/how-to-manage-arthritis-in-horses/

Topline Talk! 🐎✨

We’ve partnered with Farmhouse Chiropractic and owner/founder Dr. Jillian Johnson to bring you an educational series focused on equine topline health.

This week, Dr. Johnson talks about how carrot stretches can stretch not only the neck, but the whole spine!

Next week, Dr. Johnson talks through how frequently you should stretch out your horse.

Want to learn more about stretches for your horse? Check out the article below!
CA: https://madbarn.ca/stretching-in-horses/
US: https://madbarn.com/stretching-in-horses/

👉 Drop your topline questions in the comments so we can cover them in the series!