Phileo Equine - UK & Ireland

12/02/2026

How often do we write off our horses’ behaviour as personality – saying they’re “mare-ish”, “sharp”, or just “always been anxious”?

Growing evidence suggests some behavioural traits may be linked to gut microbial balance and the metabolites those microbes produce. In other words, what looks like attitude could be coming from their biology…

Understanding the gut-brain axis could change how we interpret behaviour and how we support horses that struggle.

Learn more in our latest article:

In today’s equine industry, there is a growing focus on developing athletic potential through informed and considered management.

10/02/2026

Healthy digestion supports more than condition – it affects how horses cope with work, travel and change.

Keeping the gut in balance helps horses recover faster and stay focused and comfortable.

Discover how to support your horse’s gut through stress and everyday challenges in our latest article 👉

Good digestive health is now recognised as the foundation of equine wellbeing and performance. When the gut is healthy, everything else falls into place – from energy levels and condition to behavi...

05/02/2026

We spend hours fine-tuning training plans, nutrition and recovery. But what if a horse’s mental wellbeing is just as critical to performance as physical fitness?

Emerging research shows that the gut microbiome communicates directly to the brain via the gut-brain axis, influencing mood, behaviour and resilience under pressure. A calm, trainable horse may start with what’s happening in their gut.

Want to learn more about the link between the gut-brain axis and equine performance and behaviour? Check out our latest article on our website: https://phileoequine.com/our-blog/the-gut-brain-axis-a-new-frontier-in-performance-and-behaviour

03/02/2026

When Bert lost his long-term companion, the stress had a notable effect not only on his behaviour but also his health. After a lengthy process of elimination including a range of health checks by veterinarians, farriers and physiotherapists, Bert’s owner Juliet was at a loss on what to do next…

The gut-brain axis is a powerful communication system that links the hindgut microbiome and the brain, receiving a lot of attention in both human and equine research. Growing evidence shows that the microbes in the hindgut microbiome are influenced and altered by an increase in stress hormones.

Chronic or intense stress negatively impacts the microbiome, resulting in a cascade of events that impair gut integrity and leads to outward signs of ill health, systemic inflammation or changes in behaviour.

Read more about the gut-brain axis here: https://bit.ly/3HLxHUY

27/01/2026

Did you know that Lesaffre has been creating yeast products since their founding 1853?!

We are proud of our heritage and that our business has been at the forefront of yeast, bacteria and fermentation for more than 170 years. Learn more about Phileo and Lesaffre on our website:

At Phileo by Lesaffre UK & Ireland, we harness the power of microorganisms to benefit animals and the planet, naturally.

20/01/2026

💬 “She had dapples on her coat, and she looked really bonny… I’ve been using it ever since on our young horses.”

Breeder and trainer Philip Tuckwell was at a loss for what to do about Lulu, who had difficulty being worked, alongside issues with digestion and colic.

Hear Philip share his story…

13/01/2026

Is your horse showing signs like a dull coat, change in appetite or loose droppings?

These could be early clues that stress might be affecting their gut health.

Understanding what triggers stress – and supporting digestion before problems develop – can make a big difference to condition and performance.

📖 Read the full article:

Good digestive health is now recognised as the foundation of equine wellbeing and performance. When the gut is healthy, everything else falls into place – from energy levels and condition to behavi...

06/01/2026

Horses deal with small stressors like new environments, changes in feed, time alone or travel. The diagram here illustrates the range of where this stress can come from, but this is not exhaustive.

However, when these build up they can take a toll on digestion and overall wellbeing.

Good management, steady routines and the right nutritional support can all help keep your horse’s gut in balance.

🔗 Find out more in our latest article: https://phileoequine.com/our-blog/that-gut-feeling

31/12/2025

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at Phileo! 🎉

Here’s to a year full of happiness, sparkle and plenty of good days in the saddle.

A huge thank you to everyone who has worked with us, learned with us and trusted our equine gut health solutions over the past twelve months.

24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the team at Phileo UK & Ireland! 🎄

We hope you’re all settling in for a cosy festive break with your horses close by and plenty of time for a quiet yard moment or two. ✨

16/12/2025

❄️ As we move through the changing seasons, it’s important to remember the impact these transitions can have on your horse’s gut health.

Seasonal shifts, particularly in temperature, forage availability, and feeding routines, can disrupt the delicate balance of the equine hindgut microbiome.

Learn more about this imbalance, known as hindgut dysbiosis here: https://phileoequine.com/our-blog/how-the-change-in-season-impacts-the-equine-microbiome

27/09/2025

When Juliet’s Bert lost his long-term companion, the stress had a notable effect not only on his behaviour but also his health. After a lengthy process of elimination, including a range of health checks by veterinarians, farriers and physiotherapists, she was at a loss about what to do next.

Check out Bert’s story in this video…