Nutrition

November 04, 2011
Raising an Orphan Foal
Horse breeders are sometimes faced with raising an orphan foal. Foals can become orphaned for several reasons. A number

November 03, 2011
Supplementing Trace Minerals in Horse Rations
Trace minerals—those needed in only small amounts for proper nutrition—can be supplied in either a mineral supplement or a

November 02, 2011
Recent Colic Research Update
Using ultrasound measurements of intestinal motility, researchers compared horses at pasture with stabled horses that were on a forage-based


November 01, 2011
Providing Dietary Calcium and Phosphorus to Horses
Calcium and phosphorus comprise most of the mineral matter in the horse’s body. The horse must receive adequate quantities

October 28, 2011
Starch and Fat Provide Extra Energy to Horses
Forage, primarily pasture grass, is the most natural food for horses. Horses at rest or only lightly exercised can

October 27, 2011
Hay Cubes and Pellets for Horses
Hay pellets and cubes made from good-quality forage can help satisfy a horse's nutritional requirements, providing adequate fiber to

October 26, 2011
Fibre: The Basis of Feeding Horses
The horse’s energy requirements determine the amount and type of feed.

October 25, 2011
Feeding Horses in Drought Conditions
Horse owners with dusty, brown pastures can take simple steps to keep their horses healthy and preserve their land

October 24, 2011
Feeding After the Finish Line
When a horse leaves the track, its caloric requirement will decrease along with its reduced workload. However, this will