Feeding to Prevent Colic
Heather Smith Thomas
June 19, 2017
Horses are more prone to digestive upset than other domestic animals because of how their GI tract functions.
Horses are more prone to digestive upset than other domestic animals because of how their GI tract functions.
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Our staff and sources offer ways you can save time during feeding time.
Enteral and/or intravenous fluid administration can be a crucial part of supporting sick foals and horses.
Allow exercised horses to eat and drink after cooling down to restore lost water and energy, researchers say.
In some areas, water sources can contain substantial amounts of Mn, which can affect dietary needs.
Age is a number, not a disease, said Dr. Megan Shepherd. Remember this when tailoring a diet for your older horse.
Of the 556 respondents, 190 (34%) said their biggest concern is keeping horses’ water sources from freezing.
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Of the 1,413 respondents, 936 (66%) said their horses get water from a trough or bucket that they fill manually.
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