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Expert advice on equine health and supplements

Health5 min read

Artico Gold for horses: experiences, effectiveness & dosage

Artico Gold is Horse Tonic's best-selling joint supplement. Discover how it works, the key ingredients and how riders experience results.

Health6 min read

Best joint supplements for horses in 2026: comparison & advice

Which joint supplement works best for your horse? Discover the key ingredients, differences between products and the right choice for your horse's needs.

Health5 min read

Calming supplement for horses: when to use and which to choose

Nervous horses, stress during transport or competitions: a calming supplement can help. Discover how Horse Tonic ZEN works and when to use it.

Performance6 min read

Horse Muscle Recovery Supplement | Horse Tonic

Support muscle recovery in your horse after intensive training. Discover the right supplements, nutrition and rest for optimal post-work recovery.

Tips4 min read

What is Horse Tonic? The Belgian equine supplement brand explained

Horse Tonic is a Belgian brand with 20+ years of experience in FEI-tested, doping-free supplements for sport horses. Discover which product suits your horse.

Health8 min read

Gastric ulcers in horses: symptoms, causes & prevention

60 to 90% of sport horses suffer from gastric ulcers. Learn to recognise the symptoms, understand the causes and discover how to prevent and treat gastric ulcers in your horse.

Health6 min read

Maintaining your sport horse's joints: a complete guide

Discover how to optimally maintain your sport horse's joints with the right supplements, training and nutrition.

Performance5 min read

Electrolytes after competition: when and how much?

Learn why electrolyte balance is crucial after exercise and how to effectively replenish your horse's fluid loss.

Tips4 min read

Doping-free supplements: what the FEI rules mean for you

Everything you need to know about FEI doping rules and how to ensure your supplements are competition-safe.

Nutrition7 min read

The importance of gut health in horses

Your horse's gut flora influences not only digestion but also the immune system and behaviour. Learn how to optimally support it.

Tips5 min read

Liquid supplement for horses: why liquid works better than powder

Liquid supplements are absorbed faster by horses than powders or pellets. Discover the advantages and when to choose a liquid supplement.

Health5 min read

Arti Gold vs Artico Gold: Same product or different?

Searching for 'Arti Gold' horse supplement? Artico Gold by Horse Tonic is the premium liquid joint supplement often called Arti Gold. Here is what sets it apart.

Tips6 min read

Supplements for sport horses in Belgium: the complete guide

What supplements does a sport horse in Belgium need? From joints to calming and digestion. a practical guide for the Belgian rider.

Tips6 min read

FEI-approved supplements for horses: everything you need to know

As a competition rider, you need to be sure the supplement you give your horse is 100% doping-free and FEI-safe. Discover what FEI-tested really means and which ingredients are risky.

Health5 min read

Zen Horse Supplement | Calming Liquid | Horse Tonic

Zen by Horse Tonic is the liquid calming supplement for stressed, anxious or spooky horses. FEI-tested magnesium formula. Shipped from Belgium.

Tips6 min read

Horse Tonic vs Cavalor vs Pavo: Which Horse Supplement Brand is Best?

An honest comparison of three horse supplement brands: Horse Tonic, Cavalor and Pavo. Ingredients, testing, pricing and which suits different needs.

Tips5 min read

Best Horse Supplements in Belgium: A Buyer's Guide (2026)

A practical guide to choosing horse supplements in Belgium. Categories, what to look for, why doping-testing matters, and the top options for 2026.

Health6 min read

Horse Joint Supplement Review: Our Verdict on Artico Gold

A detailed review of Artico Gold by Horse Tonic. ingredients, dosage, results timeline, which horses benefit most, and how it compares to alternatives.

Tips5 min read

Preparing Your Horse for Winter: Which Supplements Does It Need?

Winter brings unique challenges for horses. increased vitamin needs, joint stiffness from cold, and stress from box rest. Here is how to prepare with the right supplements.

Health7 min read

Sweet Itch in Horses: Supplements, Prevention and the Gut-Skin Axis

Sweet itch (summer eczema, Culicoides hypersensitivity) affects roughly one in ten horses in northern Europe. Learn how midges trigger the allergic reaction, how gut health drives skin resilience, and which supplements actually help.

Health7 min read

Senior Horse Supplements: Joints, Digestion and Mental Calm

From fifteen years onwards, your horse's body changes. Learn the four shifts that challenge a senior, which supplements actually make a difference, and how to support your horse with dignity through its later years.

Health6 min read

Heat Stress in Horses: Hydration and Electrolytes Through Summer

Above 25 degrees Celsius, a horse loses its heat balance. Learn why horses go acidotic four times faster in the heat, how to spot dehydration before it escalates, and which electrolyte and hydration strategies actually work.

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