Category: Hay

Energy and Carbs in the Equine Diet

If forages provide the “maintenance” energy horses need for the workings of everyday life then cereal grains are the turbocharged portion of the diet

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Finding Fiber in Horse Feeds

For the vast majority of horses around the world, pasture grasses and hay (dried grasses and legumes) are the most common sources for that all-important fiber fix, and rightly so, because horses have evolved to eat these plants.

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Assessing Fiber Quality in Horse Feed

Not all fiber is created equal. Depending on its origins, it can vary widely in terms of quality and digestibility. Read Complete Article

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Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Horses

For the most part, horse owners have little to fear when it comes to nutrient deficiencies in their horses’ diets.

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Understanding Protein in Horses’ Diets

Of all the components of your horse’s diet, protein is probably the most misunderstood.

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Do Horses Select Feed based on Macronutrient Needs?

Grazing comes naturally for horses, but there’s more to it than just chewing pasture.

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The War Against Obesity

Who doesn’t love to see a herd of rotund shiny-coated horses grazing greedily in a sea of green grass?

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5 Tips for Packing the Pounds on Performance Horses

Does your performance horse need to pack on a few more pounds? Here are some tips to consider when managing a hard-keeping equine athlete. By Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS Read complete article

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Switching Horse Feeds Safely

With the known link between diet changes and health conditions such as colic or laminitis, how can owners safely transition their horse’s feed without negatively affecting his health?

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Hay: To Soak or Not to Soak?

When feeding hay to horses, many questions arise: What kind, how much, should I buy processed hay, and finally, should I soak the hay for my horse?

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Health Concerns Related to Equine Obesity

Obesity is a serious health condition, but, unfortunately, many horse owners still look at a fat pony and think how cute it is, or look at a fat horse and compliment its big bone.

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Considerations for Managing Emaciated Horses

Body condition, adiposity, and weight can affect a horse’s overall health status. Here, we’ll discuss some of the specific health concerns for horses that are too thin (emaciated).

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