Starch in Horse Diets
Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS
February 4, 2019
Although it can be damaging if fed improperly, starch can be an important part of horse diets. Here’s what you should know.
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.
Presentation topics will include how to manage weedy grasses in grazed pastures, safe tall-fescue varieties for all classes of horses, and using seed coating and other techniques to improve pasture establishment.
Plan ahead to keep family, employees, and horses safe during a winter weather disaster.
Tall fescue is one of the most widely grown perennial grasses in the world and covers approximately 37 million acres in the United States alone. But some varieties can be detrimental to horses. Here’s what you need to know if you have tall fescue in your pastures.
Weanlings should grow steadily and moderately as rapid weight gain could put them at risk for developmental orthopedic diseases. Three experts share their tips for achieving appropriate growth via nutrition.
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Hay analysis can help owners better balance their horses’ diets and meet nutritional requirements.
A horse owner asks if she’s feeding her horse hay often enough. Nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes responds.
Remember these 3 simple things to help your horse maintain his weight and health this winter.
Proper management of pastures on small acreage can mean better grazing for your horses and reduced hay costs.
When harvested correctly, alfalfa is a high-quality source of protein and calcium for horses.
Bales aren’t the only hay option. Here’s some information about different hay forms horse owners can consider.
Researchers know that feeding horses ground endophyte-infected tall fescue results in palmar artery vasoconstriction, so scientists tested whether broodmares could experience decreased blood flow to the uterus, which could negatively impact their foals.
Fall is prime time to invest in pastures to protect them before and throughout the winter to ensure good grazing in the spring.
Switch your horse’s feed type or amount gradually to minimize his risk of digestive upset. Plan any nutrient-dense dietary changes carefully to avoid health problems such as colic or laminitis and to allow for maximum nutrient digestion.
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