Nutrition

A recent study looked at type of forage and length of forage particles as related to their water-holding and Read more

Infestations of parasites usually aren’t fatal to horses, but parasites damage the gastrointestinal tract, may lead to diarrhea or Read more

There are ways to keep the peace during feeding time. The most effective method is probably thoughtful arrangement of Read more

A study designed to record physiological and behavioral responses to different feeding practices in Quarter Horses. Read more

The effects of oral glucosamine on glucose metabolism were recently summarized in a review article by Simon and coworkers Read more

To feed the broodmare correctly during pregnancy, it is important to understand that the fetus does not grow at Read more

For horses that carry the smutting gene, there are certain feeds that might exacerbate the occurrence of this color Read more

Ionophores are a specific type of antibiotic that are sometimes added to cattle and chicken feed to promote growth Read more

Trace minerals such as copper, zinc, manganese, and selenium are important components in the diet for most growing horses, Read more

Perhaps the biggest problem with maintaining a healthy rectum is to keep enough moisture in the feces so that Read more