Winter Feed Changes: Use Caution when Adjusting Rations
Oklahoma State University
December 22, 2011
Horses need more feed to replace energy loss brought about by harsh conditions as the temperature turn colder.
Proper feeding practices for foals, adult horses, and older horses
Horses need more feed to replace energy loss brought about by harsh conditions as the temperature turn colder.
Horses do not have the same drive to drink while competing as humans, one researcher explained.
Good-quality hay is an important component of a horse’s diet in the winter when fresh pasture is unavailable.
A better equine feeding system will offer small amounts of grain and forage over many hours.
According to one pasture management specialist, drought-weakened pastures might not recover for several years.
According to one team of researchers, WSC reduction varies depending on how long the hay is submerged.
Increased feed digestibility means greater conversion of feed to energy and–ideally–reduced feed bills.
Researchers are still working to fully understand this pasture-associated muscle disorder of unknown cause.
Henbit and purple deadnettle are winter annual weeds of the same genus and are often confused with each other.
Preliminary research showed that ergot alkaloids had minimal effects on stallions’ and colts’ fertility.
Small errors in feeding can make a big difference in competitive horses’ performance. This fact sheet reviews athletic horses’ nutritional needs and describes how to determine if your feeding program is working.
Topics covered include animal waste management, soil testing, and nutrient management on small farms.
Researchers found that pine trees flourished in areas feral horses roamed while some grasses struggled .
Extreme weather conditions are driving hay prices skyward and stretching owners’ resources in a tough economy.
You can greatly improve the health and productivity of your pastures by creating and using a winter paddock or “sacrifice area” to confine your horses.
Researchers found the frequency of intestinal contractions was lower in stabled horses than pastured horses.
Stay on top of the most recent Horse Health news with
