Hoof health is a critical aspect of equine well-being. The common phrase “no hoof, no horse” has merit; however, to optimally support hoof health, a variety of factors must be considered. Hoof care, genetics, movement, climate, management, and nutrition are just some of the numerous factors that influence hoof health. For optimal support, it is recommended to use a holistic approach that considers all factors.

One could say that to work with horses is to work under pressure: the physical pressure we employ in communicating to our horses, time pressure, and even peer pressure. A wise horseperson has a sense of timing and knows when it’s fitting to yield or resist.

In 1999, on Vancouver Island, a different kind of animal wellness movement began to take shape. Purica was founded on a belief that natural ingredients, when scientifically formulated, could unlock extraordinary potential for horses and their owners. What started as a simple idea has grown into a 25-year commitment to transforming equine health through precise, science-backed nutrition.

The Lac La Croix Indigenous pony, named after the Lac La Croix First Nation, now the Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation, primarily existed in northwestern Ontario and across the United States border into Minnesota. This unique pony breed, considered to be developed by the Indigenous Peoples, was used for winter transportation, running trap lines, hauling logs and ice, and pulling sleighs. As forest dwellers, the breed boasts strong hooves to endure the rocky terrain of the Canadian Shield; fuzzy ears to protect them from insects; and often a dorsal stripe down its back and zebra stripes on its legs.

As a horse owner, you may be curious about the potential benefits of adding omega-3s to your horse’s diet. Do all horses need them? Should you be adding them to your horse’s diet? Are there well-reported benefits? Understanding the requirement for fatty acids in the equine diet, like omega-3s (O3s) and omega-6s (O6s), and the well-reported health benefits of them is important when considering supplementation.