How the journey begins…
Mission Statement
At Equine Integrated Health, our mission is to revolutionize equine health through cutting-edge microbiome DNA testing and data analytics.
We aim to empower veterinarians, owners, and researchers with actionable insights that improve the overall well-being of horses, optimize health interventions, and enable early detection of health risks.
By integrating advanced science and innovation, we strive to enhance the quality of life for horses, prevent disease, and support the continued advancement of equine healthcare.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be the global leader in equine microbiome health, driving advancements that redefine preventative care and treatment strategies for horses.
We aspire to build a future where every horse receives personalized, data-driven healthcare, ensuring their optimal health and performance.
Through pioneering research and technology, we envision a world where early intervention and preventative measures revolutionize equine wellness, making disease prevention a standard practice in the industry.
Our Service
The healthy equine gastrointestinal microbiota is yet to be mapped using whole genome sequencing, which is the process of determining all the DNA sequences present in this environment.
Equine Integrated Health will deliver a gut microbiota DNA-based faecal testing service, with results benchmarked against a proprietary database of “healthy” microbiomes. Reports include clear, individualised recommendations that enable early intervention and long-term performance monitoring. Horse owners collect samples themselves and receive results via a simple digital report.
In addition to core pathology testing, we will:
Identify horses at risk before clinical signs emerge.
Support diagnosis of gastrointestinal issues such as gastric ulcers, potentially avoiding costly and invasive procedures.
Serve secondary markets by offering research services to veterinary feed and supplement companies.
What is required?
We aim to develop a comprehensive understanding of the equine gastrointestinal microbiota through advanced DNA sequencing technologies. This initiative will involve the analysis of microbiomes from a broad group of healthy horses, ensuring a diverse representation of breeds, ages, and disciplines.
Through a carefully designed diagnostic process, we will confirm the health of these horses prior to conducting microbiota DNA testing, establishing a robust and reliable control baseline for our research.
This effort will enable us to create a foundational reference for equine gut health, which will inform future research into the microbiota's role in equine health and disease. Our work will explore how variations in the microbiome relate to common equine conditions, and pave the way for early identification of “at-risk” horses, ultimately contributing to the development of proactive health management strategies.
The problems our service will address.
Gastrointestinal Health and Disease.
Gut dysbiosis (an imbalance in the microbes of the equine gastrointestinal system) is linked to a range of health problems including colic, poor performance, tying up, laminitis, equine metabolic syndrome and behavioral issues.
Performance Issues.
Poor gut health is often a leading cause of decreased performance in horses, impacting their overall condition and ability to perform at their best.
Fatalities.
Gastrointestinal problems are a leading cause of equine fatality in Australia.
Drug Resistance.
Excessive use of medications, particularly antibiotics, is contributing to growing resistance issues, along with other negative impacts on equine health.
Reactionary Care.
Currently, most veterinary care is reactive, addressing problems after they occur, rather than proactive, long-term health optimization. Preventative care is often limited to vaccinations, dental care and deworming.
Equine Welfare.
Horses suffering from gut issues experience discomfort, which also affects their owners’ well-being, creating a cycle of frustration and concern.