Nutrition

August 28, 2024
Horse Owners’ Knowledge and Attitudes About Hay
With an eye on understanding real-world hay selection, researchers conducted a survey of over 400 Pennsylvania-based horse owners.

August 27, 2024
Don’t Risk Poisoning Your Horses with Cattle Feed
Unfortunately, despite often looking and smelling similar, not all livestock feeds are the same. In fact, feeding cattle feed

August 26, 2024
Multiple Factors May Contribute to Subchondral Cysts in Foals
Because of the profound clinical significance of subchondral cysts have on performance, research continues to focus on causes of

August 19, 2024
Slow-Feeding Devices: Stresses in Horses Studied
Because slow-feeeding devices are meant to improve animal welfare, selecting an appropriate one that minimizes frustration is recommended.

August 14, 2024
Electrolytes and Muscle Function in Horses: Essentially Linked
Electrolytes are critical for many biological functions, including maintenance of hydration and normal muscle contraction and relaxation.

August 05, 2024
Perils of Overfeeding Beyond Obesity
A Dutch survey revealed that many horses are overfed energy, protein, and some micronutrients, problematic for horses and the

July 30, 2024
Feeding Postpartum Mares
A lactating mare’s calorie needs are about double those of maintenance for the first three months after foaling and

July 22, 2024
Benefits and Caveats Associated with Slow Feeders in Ponies
According to a study, there are several considerations when using slow feeders, not all of which are beneficial.

July 17, 2024
On the Road with Your Horse: Keep Diet Consistent
Consistency of diet is a long-held, sound horse management tenet, whether on the farm or on the road.

July 15, 2024
Extend Feeding Times of Stabled Horses with Haynets and Hay Balls
Using haynets or hay balls significantly extends feeding time compared to feeding off the ground or from a manger.