Nutrition

April 08, 2016
Feeding Horses Whey Protein
When searching for a source of high-quality protein for horse feeds, formulation experts invariably reach for soybean meal. Though soybean

April 05, 2016
Horse Forages: Hay Texture as an Indicator of Quality
Experienced horse owners use their eyes, noses, and hands to help determine hay quality. Visually, the hay should be

March 31, 2016
Nutritional Supplements for Sport Horses
We know horse owners love nutritional supplements, and the industry reciprocates by offering hundreds of joint, coat, hoof, calming,

March 28, 2016
Foal Diarrhea: Look to Nutritional Supplements for Help
Foals become dehydrated quickly, and problems can begin to mount rapidly.

March 25, 2016
Lespedeza Hay for Horses
Referred to as “poor man’s alfalfa” by old-timers because it grows well in areas that alfalfa does not, lespedeza

March 24, 2016
Antioxidants for Optimal Performance
An antioxidant cocktail has been advocated by human physicians for years, and the positive effects have also proven effective

March 23, 2016
Feeding Oil to Horses: Choose Wisely
Average omega composition of common oils include corn oil at 2:28, soybean oil at 1:6, and canola oil at 1:2, omega-3

March 18, 2016
Low Vitamin D Levels and Foals
Low vitamin D levels have also been identified in sick foals.

March 15, 2016
Four Dietary Tips for Healthy Horse Transport
According to a recent study, there are four key ways owners can minimize adverse health effects when shipping horses.

March 10, 2016
L-Arginine Supplementation in Mare Reproduction
L-arginine is now known for playing important roles in the functioning of the immune, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems.