Antoinette Foster
Horse Health / Care
Antoinette Foster is a renowned expert in the fields of nutrition and herbal medicine, with a commendable academic foundation that includes a BSc in Nutrition, medical herbalism, and nutritional therapy. As a passionate Product Formulator and Nutrigenomics Practitioner, Antoinette’s journey reflects a lifelong dedication to both horse and human wellbeing.
With an enduring love for equine nutrition, Antoinette pursued her academic and practical studies driven by the fundamental belief that a holistic approach is essential for the optimal health of horses. In 1990, she founded Hi Form Australia, a pioneering venture dedicated to creating a diverse range of natural therapy formulas designed specifically to fulfill the unique nutritional needs of our equine companions.
Antoinette’s vision extends beyond mere supplementation; she advocates for an integrative nutritional strategy that emphasizes understanding the foundational elements of health. This approach scrutinizes the complex interplay between diet, genetics, and environment, ultimately aiming to cultivate sustainable, long-term health solutions for horses. She’s adamant that tailored nutrition is the bedrock of not only immune support but also increased longevity for horses, ensuring they thrive throughout their lives.
Over the past 35 years, Antoinette has channeled her expertise into designing groundbreaking, award-winning products that have garnered international acclaim. Her relentless passion for improving the lives of horses through diet has solidified her reputation in the industry, cultivating trust among owners and caretakers worldwide.
Through every innovation and every formulation, Antoinette’s romantic commitment to enhancing the well-being of horses shines brightly. She continues to inspire with her holistic philosophy in nutrition, always striving for a healthier and happier equine future. Antoinette Foster exemplifies the fusion of science, nature, and love for horses—a true advocate for their lifelong vitality.
Visit Antoinette Foster at the following sessions
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Thursday November 14th
9:45 am to 10:30 am
Ariat Theatrette, Ariat Building
Equine Asthma
Equine asthma is a serious condition that requires proper diagnosis, management and treatment. Can complimentary therapies be an effective treatment?
Ever tried breathing though a straw while running, it is almost impossible to do, it forces you to suck as much oxygen into your lungs as is possible and achieve a deep breath. Expelling the air out through that little straw is just as exhausting, this is what asthmatics go through and it is also what your horse experiences too. With horses and humans once they do get air into the lungs, they generally end up coughing.
SEA or severe equine asthma generally effects horses over the age of 7. Studies have shown that more than one in seven horses can be affected by asthma but we are certainly seeing an increase in those numbers. The most important aspect of treating and managing asthma is to instigate the correct treatment once diagnosed and to support the respiratory system to allow the horses to continue working for many years to come. In this presentation we look in depth at the effects on the horse, measures horse owners can take, what are the possible triggers, what options are available aside from conventional medicine and can we manage competition horses long-term bearing in mind drug therapy cannot be used in competition.
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Saturday November 16th
10:45 am to 11:30 am
EQUITANA Classroom (Royal Block)
Are you overfeeding your horse?
Are you overfeeding your horse or combining different feeds and supplements?
This presentation covers how to provide the right nutrition tailored to your horse’s workload. Each horse is unique, influenced by various factors. We’ll explore effective adjustments to enhance your horses health and well-being while reducing costs!
