Growth
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November 16, 2020
Growth and Development of Thoroughbreds: Review Paper Published
Based on many years of fieldwork and statistical analysis, Kentucky Equine Research has pinpointed several factors that influence the
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November 29, 2018
Seek Nutrition Advice for Feeding Foals
Weaning can be wrought with confusion for both the foal and owner. Too much energy, too little energy, imbalanced
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November 21, 2018
Management, Nutrition Significantly Impact OCD in Horses
A recent study using advanced genetic analysis techniques confirmed that multiple genes contribute to the problem, and that environment,
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September 17, 2018
Principles of Bone Development in Horses
The relationships between growth, nutrition, bone strength and development, body weight, and the forces applied to bone are all
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August 02, 2018
Immunity of Foals: What Is Normal IgG?
Foals are born with an intact, though low-functioning, immune system. Because there is no transfer of immunoglobulins, including immunoglobulin
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July 11, 2018
Foal Nutrition: Four Creep-Feeding Tips
A “one-size-fits-all” approach to creep feeding does not exist, so every foal must be treated and fed as an
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June 21, 2018
Nutritional Considerations for Foals at Weaning
Weaning is a time of major transition for foals, both nutritionally and psychologically. In addition to being separated from
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February 28, 2018
Feeding the Weanling Requires Careful Consideration
A general rule of thumb for feeding weanlings is one pound of fortified grain per 100 pounds of body
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February 22, 2018
Feeding Young Horses in Confinement
Many young horses in confinement do exceedingly well on diets that contain some traditional feed and a measure of
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January 02, 2018
The Young Years: Nutrition from Birth to Two Years of Age
The nutritional requirements of horses change as they progress from foalhood to physical maturity. Beginning with a liquid diet