Archive for the ‘Horse’ Category

Why Fat is Important for Performance Horses

Fat is important for performance horses. The use of fat in the equine diet has a long history.  A very...

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Six Signs of Good Quality Horse Hay

Forage makes up between 50 and 90 percent or more of a horse’s diet. Much of the forage part of...

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Performance Horses and Muscle Recovery

Concern for performance horses and muscle recovery may be the difference between a win and a loss. In various disciplines...

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Managing Feeding Programs on the Road for Show Horses

Managing feeding programs on the road for show horses is a necessary skill. The show season is in full swing....

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How to Keep Horses Cool in Hot Weather

How to keep horses cool in hot weather? As summer drags on, heat can become a serious problem for many...

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Horse Q&A: Amount and Type of Feed

Am I feeding enough of the right type of feed? Most people feed by the "scoop" rather than by weight....

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Horse Q&A: Feed Concentrate

Am I feeding the right type of concentrate for my horses' lifestage and lifestyle? Horses in different stages of life...

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Horse Q&A: Sufficient Forage

Is the forage high quality and available in sufficient quantities? It is not uncommon to find that hay and pasture...

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Horse Q&A: Proper Eating

Is my horse properly taking in, chewing and swallowing both forage and feed? By observing your horse while eating hay,...

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Are Sugars, Starches and Grains "Evil" in Horse Diet

Have you ever watched a pendulum swing? It swings way to the right, and then goes back to center. Then...

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