Feed Ingredients

August 29, 2014
Where Do Horse Owners Go for Nutrition Advice?
Most owners said that their veterinarians were their primary source of nutrition information, with equine nutritionists running a close

August 14, 2014
Is Processed Grain Better for Horses?
The question of whether grain for horses should be fed whole or processed has been an issue for horse

August 11, 2014
Strategies for Refeeding the Starved Horse
Starved horses are often hundreds of pounds below their optimal body weight, having used up every bit of their

August 07, 2014
Feeding Treats to Horses
You can safely offer your horse raisins, grapes, bananas, strawberries, cantaloupe or other melons, celery, pumpkin, and snow peas.

August 06, 2014
Nutraceuticals for Horses: What Are They?
In the past several decades, the world has witnessed the explosive growth of a multibillion dollar industry known as

July 30, 2014
Starch Digestion in the Horse
Several factors determine how quickly and thoroughly starch is digested by horses. These include properties of the starch granule;

July 22, 2014
Feed Palatability: Horses Select Desirable Nutrients
According to a recent study*, horses do have specific “tastes.” Researchers found horses in the study preferred to eat

July 17, 2014
Beet Pulp: A Super Source of Fiber for Horses
Known as a “super-fiber” because it provides both fiber and a higher level of energy than most forages, beet

July 16, 2014
Feeding Hay to Horses: Dry, Dampened, Soaked, or Steamed?
Are you confused about how to feed hay to your horses? If so, you’re not alone. Feeding hay used

July 09, 2014
Evaluating Nutraceuticals for Horses
Many nutraceuticals are being used as alternatives for both nutrition and medicine. As such, consumers need assurance that a