What’s So Special About Lysine?
Clair Thunes, PhD
February 3, 2020
A nutritionist explains why horses need this amino acid in their diets and what happens if they don’t consume enough.
A nutritionist explains why horses need this amino acid in their diets and what happens if they don’t consume enough.
Confused about your horse’s diet? We’re here to help. Here’s how to craft the proper hay and grain ration.
A steady nutrient supply of mare’s milk is crucial for the functioning of intestinal cells that produce incretins, which in turn influence energy regulation in neonates.
And if a foal has experienced stunted development, can proper nutrition correct any long-term health issues?
Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.
Nutrition changes, high-carb diets, and more: Discover the nutritional factors that can cause loose stool in horses.
Dr. Clair Thunes explains what certain feed label terms mean and how to spot potential trouble.
Don’t wait until your foal is weaned to plan a diet that meets his increased energy, protein, and mineral requirements.
Learn about this important piece of the equine nutrition puzzle. Is your horse getting enough?
Our equine nutritionist offers her secrets for solving chronic diarrhea in horses.
Are your feeding practices doing more harm than good? Experts share four ways to improve your horse’s digestive health.
Is it okay to feed a growing 3-year-old horse alfalfa hay? An equine nutritionist weighs in.
Digital and optical refractometers are simple, rapid, and cost-effective methods for assessing failure of passive transfer in foals with moderate to good accuracy, researchers found.
Will giving my horse peppermints offset the hard work we’re doing to help her lose weight?
Proper nutrition is critical for growth and development. Learn the right way to feed your foal.
An independent equine nutritionist answers horse owner questions on forage, feed concentrates, fats, supplements, and more.
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