
Nutrition Deficiencies
Popular Posts from this Topic


Do Hay Pellets Alone Provide Horses Enou...

Supplementing Wisely

How to Test a Horse for Vitamin E Defici...

Common-Sense Equine Nutrition

Trace Mineral Basics: Selenium

Can Diet Prevent Scratches in Horses?

Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Horses
Can Diet Prevent Scratches in Horses?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Mar 20, 2023
My horse is turned out to pasture for at least part of each day. Every winter he gets scratches. Is there anything I can do nutritionally that might help prevent them?
Read MoreHow To Prevent Nutrient Deficiencies During Winter
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Feb 6, 2023
Horses that are used to being on pasture during the spring, summer, and fall might experience nutrient deficiencies during the winter.
Read MoreHow Can I Get my Picky-Eater Sport Horse to Eat Enough Calories?
by William F. Gilsenan, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM | Dec 5, 2022
Get advice on encouraging a hard-keeper to eat more. The first step? Rule out health problems.
Read MoreChoosing Salt and Mineral Blocks for Horses
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jun 6, 2022
Choosing between plain white salt blocks, red mineralized blocks, rock salt on ropes, and more can be challenging. Our nutritionist offers advice on the best way to supplement salt in your horse’s diet.
Read More7 Dietary Deficiencies in Horses
by Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD | Nov 8, 2021
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.
Read MoreUrine Test Developed for Vitamin-E-Related Disease Screening
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 7, 2021
Veterinarians could soon determine which horses are at risk of certain neurologic diseases through a simple urine test that reveals how a horse breaks down vitamin E.
Read MoreTree-Eaters: Why Horses Chew Trees and What To Do About It
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 17, 2021
Horses might chew trees for a variety of reasons, such as boredom or nutritional deficiency. Learn about the benefits and risks, and how to protect your horses and your trees.
Read MoreIs Vitiligo in Horses Related to Copper Deficiency?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 12, 2020
Vitiligo results in depigmentation of a horse’s skin and might be related to stress or a nutritional deficiency. Research into the condition is limited. Here’s what we know.
Read MoreDo Horses Need Vitamin D Supplementation?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 5, 2020
If you live at northern latitudes, you might lack vitamin D. But what about your horse?
Read MoreHow to Test a Horse for Vitamin E Deficiency
by Carrie Finno, DVM, PhD | Jun 1, 2020
What is the best way to test for vitamin E deficiency, and how often should you test your horse? Dr. Carrie Finno of the University of California, Davis, offers advice.
Read MoreEquine Essentials: The Importance of Vitamin E
by Michelle Anderson | May 14, 2020
Few horses are lucky enough to have constant, year-round access to fresh, green grass, which provides the best natural source of vitamin E. This powerful antioxidant supports muscle and nerve health. Is your horse getting enough? Learn about horses’ vitamin E requirements and how to prevent deficiencies during this live event. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
Read MoreCost-Effective Horse Feeding
by Heather Smith Thomas | Apr 6, 2020
Find out how to design an affordable feeding program without compromising your horse’s health.
Read More