Nutrition

May 31, 2011
Vitamin K: Essential for Bone Development in Horses
Vitamin K is necessary for the proper clotting of blood, a process that uses calcium. Another calcium-related function of

May 23, 2011
The Nutritional Demands of Lactation in Horses
Well-fed lactating mares can produce the equivalent of 2-4% of their body weight in milk daily during the first

May 19, 2011
Yeast Supplementation and Fiber Digestion in Horses
Better digestion of fiber has been reported in horses that were supplemented with yeast.

May 18, 2011
Nutrition of Mares Influences Milk Characteristics and Development of Foals
The nutrition of the mare affects growth and development of the foal both in utero and via milk production. In foals,

May 10, 2011
Gastrointestinal Tract Health for Top Performance in Horses
A thorough understanding of the equine gastrointestinal tract will enhance your knowledge of digestion and will help you get

May 04, 2011
Does Your Horse Really Need A Low-Starch Diet?
A combination of fiber, starch, and fat is generally the best way to fuel performance, whether it is in

May 03, 2011
Laying to Rest Five Horse-Feeding Myths
Manufacturers design feeding rates to reflect the level of fortification in the feed. Fortification is the amount of protein,

April 28, 2011
Provision of Vitamins Important in Convalescing Horses
A well-rounded diet for horses includes all of the vitamins necessary for top-notch health. These vitamins are especially important

April 26, 2011
Feeding and Fitting Young Horses for Show and Sale, Part One: Nutrition
There are two groups of horses that are assessed and therefore valued to a large extent on their conformation

April 25, 2011
Feeding Horses with Gastrointestinal Disorders
Difficult or painful swallowing can reduce feed intake in horses. Some causes of swallowing difficulty include obstruction from abscesses