Tips from the Field: Summer 2025
As BioStar’s founder and formulator, I love getting feedback, stories, and tips from horse people; I always learn something new! I think that’s what makes loving horses and dogs so special: there is always...
Category: Formulator’s Corner
Articles and insights on the science of nutrition from Tigger Montague, for the sake of the healthiest horses and dogs. BioStar’s in-depth research and process are shared with thoughtful discourse.
Support for horses in hot weather
Heat can take a lot out of our horses (and us). In many parts of the country, heat mixes with humidity (known as the heat index), which can slow the evaporation of sweat. This...
Lizzy’s Wisdom:
Decoding the Picky Dog
As BioStar’s Canine Product Specialist and the person offering complimentary consultations for dog owners, I frequently hear about picky eaters. In most cases, the owners tried to upgrade their dog’s diet to include fresh...
From the Inside Out: Health Begins With Food (Part 2)
In Part 1 of this two-part series, I focused on pets’ health and wellness from the outside in, emphasizing just how important an ecologically vibrant environment is for horses and dogs. For Part 2,...
From the Outside In: Our Backyard Ecosystems (Part 1)
From day to day and season to season, my backyard never fails to amaze me. Sometimes there is more drama happening in my backyard than on any reality TV show. Taking care of our...
I’m a Raving Fan of Kaneka Ubiquinol®
As a formulator, I work with many types of raw materials, and I certainly have my favorites: Each of these ingredients has its own unique vibration, energy, smell, and life force. ...
Dealing With Tariffs
The health and wellbeing of horses and dogs has been BioStar’s top priority since I started the company in 2007. I knew from the beginning that providing high quality whole food supplements meant we...
Does My Horse Need CoQ10?
Back in the 1990’s, I was hearing a lot of chatter about Coenzyme Q10, commonly known as CoQ10, being beneficial for humans and heart health. The conversations surrounding CoQ10 were certainly intriguing, but I...
Behind the Scenes at COTA
The Challenge of the Americas (COTA) is an annual charity event that raises money for breast cancer research through the Play for P.I.N.K® organization and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Staged at the Adequan...
Ingredient Sourcing: Why It Matters
The Silk Road was an ancient trade route that connected Asia, Europe, and North Africa from the second century to the fifteenth century. As the first major global trade route in history, the Silk...
