What’s the Difference Between a Probiotic and a Prebiotic?
Michelle Anderson
March 23, 2022
And should I feed them to my horses? Dr. Alicia Long of the University of Pennsylvania answers.
And should I feed them to my horses? Dr. Alicia Long of the University of Pennsylvania answers.
Learn what makes managing ponies special—from their critical need for nutritional supervision to their often feisty personalities.
The three major macronutrients—carbohydrates, fats, and protein—make up the bulk of the equine diet and are the main nutrient sources necessary for all aspects of life.
Learn how to avoid combustion and barn fire caused by your stored hay.
Horses lose large quantities of sodium, potassium, and chloride, as well as smaller amounts of magnesium and calcium, through their sweat. Supplementation before work might help.
Our equine nutrition expert offers advice to keep horses from chewing on barn wood and fence posts.
Fescue toxicosis can cause pregnancy losses and reduced reproductive efficiency in mares. Learn more in this visual guide.
Warm, wet winter weather could lead to higher ergovaline concentrations in pastures, putting broodmares at risk for fescue toxicosis.
A University of Kentucky equine nutrition researcher recently shared what we know about horses’ protein needs, how they digest protein, and its role in building muscle and topline.
Texas experienced record-breaking winter weather and power outages in February 2021 that forced owners to get creative to ensure their horses had access to water. Read about their solutions in this reprint.
Tractors, breeches, and horse-themed jewelry might make up your wish list. But what would your horse ask Santa for?
Horses can live outside in comfort year-round with a few amenities provided by their owners.
Our digital managing editor uses durable Savvy Feeders to free feed her horses forage.
The key is adding weight carefully without triggering hyperinsulinemia and laminitis.
Are you using heated water buckets or troughs this winter? Stay safe with these tips.
Providing a balanced diet that meets your horse’s nutritional needs and being aware of possible shortcomings are vital for his care. Read about seven aspects of your horse’s diet that might not be up to par.
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