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: Health Topics
HEALTH TOPICS FOR HORSES & DOGS
BioStar’s articles and science cover various health topics for horses and dogs, as well as the supplements, foods, ingredients, or plants that may help support the wellbeing of your animals.
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...
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,...
The Scoop on (Dog) Poop: Part 1
Your dog’s number two ✌️ is your number one ☝️ tool for improving their health. A dog’s stool is a treasure trove of information; what we glean from poop leads to greater awareness of...
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...
Otis Feels Great with Terra Biota
By Luv Knudson If you are wondering if you should try Terra Biota K9 for your dog, please read on. It’s a fairly lengthy testimonial, but I think you need to know the information....
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...
When We De-Stress, Our Horses and Dogs Can Heal
We live in a very trying time with stress coming at us from all angles. Add a sick beloved horse or dog into the mix, and it is stress overload. I did a consult...
Does My Horse Need a Detox?
When you hear the word ‘detox,’ you might immediately think of drug and alcohol rehabilitation. However, detox can also be defined as a normal daily process by which the body removes toxins via the...
Weathering the Winter: Foods to Support the Immune System
Wintertime is upon us — as is a very active flu season. Fortunately, there are specific foods that will provide immune support to your horse and your dog! In this article: COMPONENTS OF AN...
