Feeding Hard-Keeping Horses During Summer
Janice L. Holland, PhD
June 9, 2025
If your horse struggles to keep weight on in summer, here’s how to safely increase his calories.
Equine experts answer your questions about equine nutrition and feeding horses in this series of Q&As.
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If your horse struggles to keep weight on in summer, here’s how to safely increase his calories.
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One reader wants to know how she can manage her metabolic horse that is also prone to gastric ulcers. Here’s what she should consider.
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An equine nutritionist explains how to address common nutrition challenges when feeding horses with the dental condition EOTRH, before and after surgery.
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How can you support young horses’ growth and development during this critical time? An equine nutritionist explains.
Learn how to interpret feed tags and consider your horse’s specific dietary requirements so you can make informed decisions to maintain his health and performance.
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Addressing your high-energy horse’s behavior using diet might involve some trial and error. Learn what you should consider before adjusting his feeding program.
Choosing a high-quality feed and forage for your young horse is essential to ensuring her success in training while her body develops.
Focusing on consistent and balanced nutrition will help reduce your horse’s stress levels at shows.
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