May 2026 Issue

May 2026 | EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN 23 MADE IN THE USA Order at hawthorne-products.com or call (800) 548-5658 Doc’s Heel Cream Treats, cracked heels, superficial wounds, dry chafes and abrasions, minor burns or wherever dryness is a problem. Choates Liniment Relieves stiffness and soreness caused by overexertion. Makes a great post-work body wash and brace. Vita Oil All natural treatment for the temporary relief of muscular soreness, minor sprains & stiffness. Excellent massage oil. Sprained, stiff, and a little sore? Once considered a “stable secret” by many top trainers, our award-winning products are now available to anyone who cares for their horses. Hawthorne Products, made from the purest, natural ingredients, can be used before racing, competing, and eventing. Through rigorous scientific research, we have helped horse enthusiasts avoid the disappointment and frustration of discovering a lame, sick, or ailing horse upon arriving at the barn. Our goal is to assist in providing optimum care for all horses, enhancing their performance and improving their quality of life well into their senior years. To achieve this, we offer a wide range of treatment potencies tailored to the severity of the ailment—from pain relief to wound care, breathing aids, and much more. Treating a sick or ailing horse can often be confusing and complex. This is why we integrate quality products with education and instruction to empower you to provide the best possible care for your horse. Hawthorne Products aims to ensure our customers have access to abundant resources. We equip you with tools to educate yourselves about various injuries that can occur and how our products can be used to prevent these injuries, alleviate symptoms, and promote healing. We have developed a variety of learning aids, from printed brochures to instructional videos on YouTube. We assist you in identifying the type of injury you are dealing with and linking the appropriate Hawthorne Product to prevent future injuries and facilitate healing and relief. Hawthorne products deserve a place on your barn shelf to help your horse achieve peak performance, maintain optimal health, and live longer, happier lives. Hawthorne Products—providing a stable base—for generations. To learn more about our product line and where to purchase, please call 1.800.548.5658 or visit hawthorne-products. com. Hawthorne Products and Education for Optimal Equine Health In today’s performance-driven equestrian world, nutrition is no longer a one-size- fits-all approach—it’s a strategic tool for supporting soundness, recovery, and long-term health. Pennwoods Equine Products is leading that shift with a focused philosophy: give horses exactly what they need, in forms their bodies can truly use. Pennwoods develops andmanufactures premiumequine supplements designed to ad- dress the gaps inmodern feeding programs.Their formulations target key areas including vitamin E support, omega fatty acids, joint and digestive health, hoof and coat quality, and metabolic balance. Each product is built with an emphasis on bioavailability—ensuring nutrients are not just present, but effective. A cornerstone of their approach is the use of marine-sourced omega fatty acids, delivering EPA andDHA to helpmanage inflammation, support respiratory function, and improve overall condition. Their oil-based vitamin E formulations enhance absorption, playing a critical role in neuromuscular health, immune support, and post-exercise recovery. What sets Pennwoods apart is its systems-based viewof the horse. Joint health is linked to gut health, hoof quality reflects internal nutrition, and metabolic balance influences everything from behavior to performance. By formulating products that work in synergy, Pennwoods supports the whole horse—not just isolated issues. A family-owned company with roots dating back to 1985, Pennwoods formulates and manufactures its products in-house, maintaining strict quality control and ingredient integrity. Backed by generations of hands-on horse experience, their mission is simple: help horses perform better, recover faster, and live healthier lives through smarter nutrition. For more information or personalized nutritional guidance, visit www. pennwoodsequine.com. Targeted Nutrition forWhole-Horse Health Equine Healthcare, Nutrition, Therapy Special Advertising Section