Nutrition

Because of the limited capacity of the stomach, it is recommended not to offer more than 5 lb (2.25 Read more

The horse’s digestive system is made up of several organs, each of which provides an important function in digesting Read more

Colostrum is the thick yellowish fluid produced by mares before their true milk is produced. Literally the difference between Read more

If your horse has a metabolic condition that puts him at risk for laminitis if he consumes too much Read more

You’ve probably heard the term “glycemic index” at some point. This buzz-phrase has been circulating among informed horse owners Read more

Consumption of sand by horses causes chronic diarrhea, weight loss, and colic. Sand enters the digestive tract when horses Read more

Many of man’s management practices have taken the horse far from the way he evolved. Therefore, a good understanding Read more

When a malnourished horse is presented for nutritional rehabilitation, the person who is caring for the horse should make Read more

A recent study by Kentucky Equine Research reported significant decreases in bone mineral density during the first two months Read more

Chaff adds bulk to a diet without providing too many calories, and keeps the stabled horse busy eating. Read more