Nutrition

October 05, 2015
Understanding Horse Feed Analysis Results: A Primer
For optimal nutrition, horses consuming diets consisting partially of steam-crimped oats or the underfortified feed should be given further

October 01, 2015
Barley Hay for Horses
Horse owners looking for an easy-to-cultivate fiber source should consider barley hay. Although barley is not as nutrient-dense as

September 25, 2015
Protein Punch: Soybeans in Horse Feeds
In addition to the total protein they provide to feeds, soybeans have another distinct advantage over other common protein

September 23, 2015
Feeding Corn to Horses
When brainstorming examples of dietary energy sources for livestock, corn is a top contender. Kernels contain high levels of digestible starch,

September 22, 2015
Don’t Forget Momma: Post-Weaning Tips for Mares
Most mares, especially older ones, accept weaning with aplomb, but careful attention should be paid to them in case

September 21, 2015
Clumps in Horse Feed: Don’t Hit the Panic Button
One important factor in clumping involves the individual recipe of any feed. Specific feedstuffs cause more problems with clumping

September 16, 2015
Don’t Flake Out: Feed Horse Hay by Weight, Not by Flake
Some hay is fluffy and light, and weighs little; other hay is densely packed and weighs more than expected. So, it’s

September 10, 2015
Testing Hair to Determine Nutritional Health of Horses
Hair and blood analysis are tools that can be used to get an idea of a body's utilization of

September 09, 2015
Ulcers in Horses: Digestive Supplements and Acid Rebound
Diagnosing gastric ulcers in horses and clearing them with omeprazole takes commitment, but the benefits of gastrointestinal well-being outweigh

September 03, 2015
Green Tea for Your Horse?
Tough day? Have a cuppa, a brew, some char. Green tea in particular is known for its myriad health