Articles - Schroder Equine Coach

Illustration of the equine stomach showing the upper squamous region and lower glandular region, highlighting the areas involved in equine gastric ulcer disease.

Why Gastric Ulcers Persist or Recur in Horses

Some horses develop gastric ulcers despite apparently appropriate feeding, while others improve during treatment only for the problem to return. Understanding why this happens requires looking beyond feeding alone and considering how stress and daily management influence gastric health.

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Dr. Carolin Schröder, DVM

Drawing of horse showing subtle early sign of colic by looking at flank

Early Signs of Colic Every Horse Owner Should Recognise

Colic can begin with behavioural changes so subtle that they are easily dismissed as normal behaviour. Recognising such changes early can make a critical difference.

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Dr. Carolin Schröder, DVM

Diagram showing the gut-brain -immune axis in horses

Can Gut Bacteria Change a Horse’s Behaviour?

Behavioural issues may not always be rooted solely in training or temperament. Evidence increasingly links the equine gut microbiome to stress regulation and behavioural expression.

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Dr. Carolin Schröder, DVM