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Bulking Up: Does Your Horse Need to Gain Weight, Muscle, or Both?
by Sarah Evers Conrad | Apr 14, 2023
If you’re starting to see your horse’s ribs, or if he has a less-than-desirable topline, then he might need to build weight or muscle. But what is the difference between adding weight and muscle, and how do you know what your horse needs?
Read MoreWill Whey Protein Improve My Horse’s Topline?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Apr 13, 2023
Our equine nutrition expert addresses toplines, horse protein needs, and whether whey is the way to go.
Read MoreImpacts of Adiposity on Performance in Horses
by Haylie Kerstetter | Apr 4, 2023
Adiposity can cause a variety of health problems in performance horses, from heat stress to arthritis.
Read MoreWhen the Nutritionist’s Pony Needs a Diet
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Mar 12, 2023
Planning a weight-reducing diet is easy until faced with the loving eyes of a pony begging for his alfalfa.
Read MoreRecognizing and Managing Overweight Horses
by Katie Navarra | Mar 11, 2023
Learn how nutritionists took three horses from fat to fabulous.
Read MoreEMS and PPID: What’s the Same, What’s the Difference?
by Erica Larson | Mar 9, 2023
Learn about the differences, and a few key similarities, between these two endocrine diseases.
Read MoreBroodmares’ Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Mar 6, 2023
A pregnant mare should maintain a healthy weight to support both the fetus’ and her own calorie needs.
Read MoreWhen is an Older Horse Ready for Senior Feed?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 21, 2023
As horses age, they might require additional nutritional support. Get advice for feeding senior horses.
Read MoreFree-Feeding Hay: When Will My Horse Slow Down?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 19, 2023
Our nutrition expert offers advice for ensuring free-fed horses don’t overeat hay.
Read MoreFeeding Broodmares
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 10, 2023
An equine nutritionist explains how a broodmare’s nutritional needs change during her pregnancy.
Read MoreMaintaining Your Horse’s Weight During the Winter
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 9, 2023
The best winter weight management practice could be consistent monitoring of your horse’s body condition.
Read MoreEquine Nutrition New Year’s Resolutions
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 1, 2023
Are you resolving to improve your horse’s nutritional status next year? An equine nutritionist shares her tips.
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