Nutrition

Choosing which way to prepare hay depends on several factors, including expense, ease of operation and, most importantly, the Read more

Supplementing pregnant mares with certain omega-3s late in gestation has advantages for their developing foals. Read more

While horses evolved as grazers, the quality of the pasture grasses has increased dramatically in recent years, making it Read more

In a recent study, researchers set out to determine the effects of feeding docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega-3 fatty Read more

Feeding straw is a practical option when it is not possible to source a low-energy forage suitable for a Read more

Nutritional countermeasures may keep susceptible horses from developing laminitis, although due to its many causes, laminitis is not completely Read more

Beet pulp offsets the need for cereal grains and supports a healthy gastrointestinal system in horses with high energy Read more

New research shows that horses in heavy work need more than alfalfa to maintain a healthy gastric environment. Read more

A new study found that owners find it challenging to assess their horse’s “keeper status,” which affects the way Read more

Most horses require the nutrients found in a concentrate for optimal health, and that concentrate is often chosen based Read more