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Feeding an Easy Keeper on Stall Rest

Clair Thunes, PhD January 15, 2024

A nutrition expert offers advice on preventing weight gain and boredom while a hefty horse is on stall rest.

Possible Problems Caused by Feeding Horses Bran Mashes

Clair Thunes, PhD December 28, 2023

Ditch traditional bran mashes (and the issues they can cause) for forage feeding to keep horses warm.

Feeding Metabolic Broodmares

Madeline Boast, MSc December 25, 2023

If your broodmare is overweight and/or has metabolic problems, her foal could be at risk. Here’s how you can keep both horses safe during pregnancy.

Alfalfa or Grass Hay: Which Is Better for Winter Warmth?

Clair Thunes, PhD December 24, 2023

One equine nutritionist weighs in on which type of hay best helps horses stay warm during cold nights.

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Clair Thunes, PhD December 19, 2023

One equine nutritionist offers tips and asks for your input on dealing with ice in horse watering tanks.

Sugars and Peppermints: Not Safe Treats for All Horses

Clair Thunes, PhD December 18, 2023

Horses with certain health conditions should skip sweet treats. Find out if your horse is one.

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Madeline Boast, MSc December 4, 2023

An equine nutritionist explains why NSCs, ESCs, and WSCs are important factors to consider when choosing hay for your EMS horse.

Nutrition Loss in Stored Hay

Clair Thunes, PhD December 4, 2023

Is your hay more than 6 months old? Then it might be losing vitamin A and E.

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Madeline Boast, MSc November 27, 2023

Although researchers have shown horses prefer untreated hay, it is safe for horses to eat hay treated with preservatives. An equine nutritionist explains why.

Will Black Cherry Leaves Make My Horses Sick?

Clair Thunes, PhD November 20, 2023

Black cherry leaves are blowing into a horse pasture, and the owner is worried they will put her horses’ health at risk.

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Madeline Boast, MSc November 13, 2023

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Mineral Blocks for Mules

Madeline Boast, MSc October 30, 2023

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Clair Thunes, PhD October 22, 2023

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Madeline Boast, MSc October 16, 2023

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Janice L. Holland, PhD October 9, 2023

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