For horse owners who feel modern care answers some questions but leaves others unresolved. This journal explores whole-horse health from the ground up.
Essays and insights for horse owners who want the very best.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassWhat if one of the most important systems in your horse's body isn't an organ at all? Learn how the extracellular matrix helps connect cells, coordinate healing, regulate inflammation, and integrate the body's many systems into a functioning whole.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassWhy do some horses with the same diagnosis respond completely differently? Learn how pattern differentiation helps uncover the deeper issues influencing movement, behavior, digestion, inflammation, and recovery long before major breakdown occurs.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassChinese medicine: built on results first, not mechanics and what this means for your horse's health.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassFat is often added to a horse’s diet without much thought, but it plays a much bigger role than just adding calories. In this article, we break down how different fat sources actually influence metabolism, inflammation, gut health, and overall function. You’ll learn why flax is a preferred choice when used correctly, the limitations and risks of rice bran, and why fish oil isn’t always the right fit for horses. This is a practical, science-based look at how to choose fat sources that truly support your horse’s health.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassThis article explores the role of ration balancers in horse nutrition, including their benefits, limitations, and how they fit into a forage-based feeding program. Learn the pros and cons of ration balancers, concerns around soy, GMO ingredients, and synthetic vitamins and minerals, as well as the importance of mineral balance and nutrient bioavailability. Understanding how to evaluate your horse’s overall diet can help you move beyond simply meeting minimum requirements and toward supporting long-term health, soundness, and performance.
Dr. Rebecca DouglassCellular health underlies how horses adapt, heal, and perform. This post looks at cellular function through both modern biology and Chinese medicine to explain whole-horse health.