What are amino acids, why do they matter, and does your horse actually need an amino acid supplement? In this episode we break down the science behind amino acids, protein quality, muscle development, and the many claims surrounding equine amino acid supplements.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between essential and non-essential amino acids
• What a limiting amino acid is and why lysine, methionine, and threonine are important
• Why amino acids matter for muscle, hooves, hair, and more
• How to evaluate amino acid supplements and what meaningful doses actually look like
• What BCAAs and leucine can really do for muscle
• How much we actually know about amino acid requirements in horses, and more!

If you've ever wondered whether your horse needs more protein, an amino acid supplement, or a product marketed for topline and muscle development, this episode will help you understand what the research supports and what may be more marketing than science.

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How much salt does your horse really need? Are salt blocks enough? When should you feed electrolytes and do you actually need them if you're already feeding salt? In this episode we answer your biggest questions about horse salt, electrolytes, and hydration, separating fact from fiction with practical, research-backed advice.

In this episode we explore:

• How much salt your horse actually needs
• Salt blocks vs. loose salt vs. electrolytes and which to use when
• Different types of loose salt and which are best
• Whether salt and electrolytes cause gastric ulcers?
• ...and more!

Whether your horse is competing, trail riding, or simply coping with summer heat, you'll walk away with practical tips to help support hydration, performance, and overall health.

Do you have questions about feeding your horse? Contact us at info@scoopandscale.com

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When a wildfire, flood, hurricane, or other disaster threatens your horses, every minute matters. In Part 2 of our disaster preparedness series, we walk through what a real horse evacuation looks like from receiving the first warning to loading horses, navigating chaotic roads, and arriving at an evacuation facility. Joining us is Amy Hausmann, who shares her firsthand experience during California's devastating Tubbs Fire and the lessons she learned from living through multiple subsequent wildfire evacuations.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Ready, Set, Go evacuation system and why horse owners should leave at Level 1
• How to prepare your horses, trailer, go-bags, documents, feed, and emergency contacts before disaster strikes
• What happens when evacuation plans fall apart, including horses that won't load and situations where animals must be left behind
• What to expect at evacuation centers, how to care for stressed horses, and common health risks after a disaster
• The critical role of volunteers, community response teams, and evacuation networks during large-scale emergencies

Whether you live in wildfire country, flood-prone areas, hurricane zones, or tornado alley, this episode provides practical, real-world guidance that could help save lives when disaster strikes.

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