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Growth

Racehorse working out on track
November 15, 2009

Training and Bone Development

The main role of the equine skeleton is to provide structural support. In addition to bones, the skeletal system Read more
Running haflinger mare with foal
October 26, 2008

Feeding to Prevent Developmental Orthopedic Disease

Over the last several years, researchers have found that appropriate nutrition of the gestating mare as well as her Read more
Thoroughbred yearling in sales ring
November 15, 2007

Conformation in Thoroughbred Yearlings Studied

Over the years, various studies of conformation faults and racing performance have produced contradictory results. Read more
Horse eating from ground feeder
September 17, 2007

Revisit Feeding Strategies as Horses Age

If a horse drops weight on a diet that once kept it in moderate body condition, there is likely Read more
Yearlings standing in pasture
November 15, 2006

Yearling Growth on Alfalfa and Soybean Meal Studied

The purpose of the study was to compare growth rates and nitrogen balances in young fillies fed amounts of Read more
Thin horse grazing in pasture
December 06, 2003

Nutritional Guidance for Feeding Thin Horses

Horses, like humans, come in a variety of body shapes. Some breeds and individuals tend to be easy keepers, Read more
Ponies looking over fence
November 17, 2003

Equine Extremes: Feeding Ponies and Draft Horses

The challenges of feeding pint-sized ponies and gentle giants are many but may easily be overcome with careful attention Read more
Burlap feed sack
November 04, 2003

Bridge the Gap Between OCD and Nutrition

Nutrition is thought to play an important role in the pathogenesis of OCD. Appropriate mineral balance of rations is Read more
Draft horse's eye and ear
November 01, 2003

Equine Hair Analysis

Without a doubt, hair analysis has been integral in determining exposure to heavy metals and other environmental toxins. Read more
Soy beans in the field almost ready to harvest
January 10, 2002

Super Fibers

While forages are well-known sources of fiber for horses, other feedstuffs are considered “super fibers” because they have energy Read more
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