Age and Arthritis

Depiction of arthritis in a knee joint.

One wide misconception is that arthritis is caused by old age. While age and arthritis often coincide, the reasoning behind it is often overlooked. If arthritis was entirely a consequence of aging, then arthritis would be inevitable — and it is not. As a matter of fact, the majority of people with arthritis are under […]

How to Feed an Off-the-Track Thoroughbred

A line of horses being ridden on a dirt track.

Off-track Thoroughbreds, otherwise known as OTTBs, are popular mounts for riders of various disciplines. They require specific nutritional needs which differ when they are on the track versus when they are off. We have gathered some information regarding how to feed an OTTB. Racehorses exhibit very high intensity levels when exercising, therefore they require increased […]

All About Service and Guide Dogs

By Emily Daigle Most dog owners consider their pup to be their lifeline, but to many individuals this is quite literally true. Sight, sound, mobility, diabetes, epilepsy, PTSD, autism, allergies, mental illness – all are within the incredible range that service and guide dogs can assist their owners with. Legally, these specially trained canines have […]

The Importance of Daily Exercise

Woman stretches in living room with dog.

By Emily Daigle We all know by now that movement is important for us and we need at least an hour of physical activity a day, but why is it so important? No matter what age or physical condition you are in, the health benefits of daily exercise are applicable to everyone. Below we have […]

The Importance of Dog Walking

Two small dogs pulling on their leashes in a field.

By Emily Daigle No matter what age, condition, or breed of your pup, walking your dog is crucial to its well-being and here’s why. Daily walks are so much more than “potty breaks”. The benefits that can result from walking your dog include mental stimulation, behavioral training, opportunities for socialization, and, of course, physical exercise […]

Horseback Riding’s Healing Power

Woman grooming horse in barn.

By Emily Daigle Being as majestic as they are, a horse’s presence alone is a gift to us that can benefit our well-being in more ways than one. Therapeutic applications have documented incredible healing powers by horses for many with various types of disabilities and conditions. As equestrians, we can understand how equine therapy has […]

Advice from Olympian Boyd Martin

Boyd Martin jumps competing in show jumping.

Boyd Martin, Olympian and International eventer, dropped in for a meet and greet with LubriSyn at the Secretariat Center before competing at the American Eventing Championships in Lexington, Kentucky. “Thank you LubriSyn for having me here. It’s a great product that I’ve been using for awhile. It’s definitely changed my career and I really appreciate […]

How to Talk to Your Vet

A veterinarian examining a dog with a stethoscope.

We all know that it is a good idea to take our pets to the vet regularly. But when you’re in the office, do you fear not getting as much out of the visit as possible? Veterinarians are particularly intelligent and are there to make your four-legged pal’s life as good as possible. To fully […]

A Skeptics Guide to Buying Supplements

Paint horse running through pasture.

A trip down the horse supplement aisle at your local tack store will reveal enough health claims to make your head spin.  If you believed what’s written on the side of every bottle, you’d think these products could make sunshine come out your horse’s backside.  It can’t all be true—or medically necessary.  How do you tell the difference?

Loving our Tripawd Pets

Small dog with a bandage wrapped around their amputee stump stands in a backyard.

By Emily Daigle When I dropped my three year old Lab off at the vet, knowing that the next time that I would see him he would be a different dog, I was heartbroken. I was terrified that he wouldn’t be able to adjust to his new life and that his usual spunky confidence would […]