Performance

August 29, 2011
Timing of Feeding Affects Energy Level of Horses
Feeding a grain meal has some metabolic consequences that may influence how your horse feels during exercise.

August 25, 2011
Why Isn’t My Horse Gaining Weight?
There are several major issues to consider when trying to put weight on a thin horse.

August 04, 2011
Feeding Ponies
Many ponies will maintain their body weight on pasture or hay alone, but forages may lack important minerals, vitamins,

June 22, 2011
Prohibited Substances, Feed, and the Performance Horse
Performance horses are subjected to a mind-numbing array of regulations, depending on the organization that oversees the competitions. The

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 05, 2011
Forage for Endurance Horses
Forage is perhaps the single most important ingredient in an endurance horse's diet. Not only is it a major

March 31, 2011
Supplements for the Endurance Horse
As we learn more about the requirements of athletic horses we find that, in general, forage is good at

March 30, 2011
Fat as an Energy Source During Injury Recovery in Horses
Horses derive energy from various sources. Fat is an important energy source for all equine athletes, and it can

March 17, 2011
The Importance of Protein During Convalescence
Meeting energy requirements is one of the most important steps in promoting rapid healing after a musculoskeletal injury.

March 09, 2011
Fit to be Tied: Part Three
With careful attention to feeding and exercise programs, many horses with this condition can be managed to allow an