Nutrition

March 03, 2014
Effect of Feeding Moldy Hay or Feed to Horses
Molds may produce toxic secondary metabolites called mycotoxins.

February 24, 2014
Horse Training, Feed Management Improve Behavior
Many horse owners have had the same frustrating experience. You own a horse that’s quiet, obedient, and willing to

February 21, 2014
Vitamins for Horses
Horses need vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K for optimal health. The quantities needed are small, but

February 17, 2014
Feed Management as a Factor in Treating Heaves in Horses
Nutritional and environmental management are both important measures that can significantly reduce signs in affected horses.

February 07, 2014
Nutritional Factors in Equine Colic
Many abdominal disturbances that result in colic can be traced back to changes in gut motility or bacterial flora.

February 03, 2014
Nutritional Concerns for Broodmares
It is common, though most often incorrect, to attribute many fertility problems in the broodmare to vitamin deficiencies. This

January 31, 2014
Elevated Cobalt Levels Come Under Scrutiny
Cobalt is a trace mineral required by animals for the formation of cobalamin, also known as vitamin B12. Production

January 24, 2014
When He Doesn’t Eat Like a Horse: Dealing with the Picky Eater
How can you figure out how to tempt his appetite, keep him properly nourished, and prevent weight loss? Identifying

January 21, 2014
What Causes Fizzy Behavior?
Hyperactive, hot, fizzy. There are numerous ways to describe a horse that has too much energy and is being

January 17, 2014
Feeding Young Racehorses in Training
Dietary protein is important when horses are increasing lean muscle tissue in response to exercise.