Nutrition

Growth patterns of foals often leave breeders scratching their heads. Some young horses grow steadily, never going through an Read more

Meeting energy requirements is one of the most important steps in promoting rapid healing after a musculoskeletal injury. Read more

If you have an equine that seems to get fat just by breathing, you know it can be hard Read more

Managers should closely monitor horses for undesirable behaviors and should naturalize horse management. Read more

Almost any horseman in the market for hay has probably stumbled across “cow hay” in advertisements. Unfortunately, there is Read more

Body condition of mares can affect reproductive efficiency. For optimal efficiency, mares should be maintained at a body condition Read more

With careful attention to feeding and exercise programs, many horses with this condition can be managed to allow an Read more

When it comes to nutritional requirements, racehorses are in a class of their own. Read more

Some simple management practices might prevent horses from developing stereotypic behaviors, or reduce their frequency once established. Owners and Read more

Tying-up in susceptible horses is affected by gender, temperament, excitement, stress, dietary starch, exercise duration/intensity, season, and lameness. Read more