Nutrition

Over a three-year period (1993-1995), a total of 350 Thoroughbred colts and 350 Thoroughbred fillies in central Kentucky were Read more

Broodmares that are nursing a foal are “eating for two,” or maybe even “eating for three” if they have Read more

Horse owners should consider using some sort of slow feeder for both hay and grain to more nearly match Read more

The incidence of developmental orthopedic disease (DOD) on a commercial Thoroughbred farm was studied over a four-year period. Read more

Protein requirements for growth in horses are primarily determined by requirements for the amino acids contained in the protein. Read more

A study was conducted to determine the dietary energy requirements for pony mares nursing foals. Read more

Similar to yearlings, amounts to feed two-year-olds depend on how close they are to reaching mature weights, which in Read more

Though each problem has its own characteristics, they can all be set in motion or aggravated if the horse Read more

Water intake and supplementation with electrolytes is crucial in the prevention of dehydration and metabolic problems during endurance races. Read more

In some parts of the world, western performance horses are the most numerous performance horses being ridden and trained. Read more