A performance horse’s diet must supply all the energy to remain at his best. But achieving that can be easier said than done. Here’s what to remember.
Scientists are working to decide whether to update the National Research Council’s Nutrient Requirements for Horses and, if they go ahead with a revision, you might be able to help. Here’s how.
Any good feeding program meets the nutrient needs for the animal, maintains a healthy digestive system, and offers feeds of the highest quality. Does your horse’s diet include the required nutrients?
Are your horses getting the nutrition they need? Find out during Equine Nutrition Awareness Month, brought to you by The Horse and ADM Animal Nutrition.
A reader’s first-cutting hay brought in right from the field feels a bit damp. Our nutritionist explains why she should be cautious and how to tell if the forage is safe to feed her horses.
Diagnosing EMS and taking steps to manage it can allow your horse to live a healthy and productive life.
Researchers recently studied how horses and sheep interacted with each other and used pasture resources—plants, water, and shade.
If your senior horse has few to no teeth, he might not be chewing and digesting the nutrients he needs to maintain his health.
Remember these tips to help your horse’s transition from his old home to his new one go smoothly.
Your horse might be benefiting from wheat middlings in his feed, which can help lower starch levels while maintaining a considerable calorie content.
Dr. Liz Arbittier encourages owners and caretakers of senior horses to call their vet if they notice any changes in health or behavior, even when it seems minor, to identify issues and begin treatment early. Here’s what to watch for.
Give your equine valentine something he or she will truly appreciate.
Although it can be damaging if fed improperly, starch can be an important part of horse diets. Here’s what you should know.
The foal’s dam developed atypical myopathy in the sixth month of gestation. The foal, born at full term, was eventually euthanized due to atypical myopathy complications.
Does your horse fling food all over his stall during meal time? Our nutrition expert shares some tips you can try to keep your horse’s enthusiastic eating behaviors from wasting feed.
Do you have a skinny horse? Here are some tips you can use to help him return to an ideal weight.
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