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Extremely Skinny Horse
August 25, 2011

Why Isn’t My Horse Gaining Weight?

There are several major issues to consider when trying to put weight on a thin horse. Read more
Miniature horses engaged in mutual grooming
August 04, 2011

Feeding Ponies

Many ponies will maintain their body weight on pasture or hay alone, but forages may lack important minerals, vitamins, Read more
Woman feeding a horse in a stall
June 22, 2011

Prohibited Substances, Feed, and the Performance Horse

Performance horses are subjected to a mind-numbing array of regulations, depending on the organization that oversees the competitions. The Read more
Thoroughbred yearling in sales ring
April 26, 2011

Feeding and Fitting Young Horses for Show and Sale, Part One: Nutrition

There are two groups of horses that are assessed and therefore valued to a large extent on their conformation Read more
Close-up of horse's muzzle grazing
April 05, 2011

Forage for Endurance Horses

Forage is perhaps the single most important ingredient in an endurance horse's diet. Not only is it a major Read more
Adding supplements into feed buckets
March 31, 2011

Supplements for the Endurance Horse

As we learn more about the requirements of athletic horses we find that, in general, forage is good at Read more
Vegetable oil for horses
March 30, 2011

Fat as an Energy Source During Injury Recovery in Horses

Horses derive energy from various sources. Fat is an important energy source for all equine athletes, and it can Read more
Woman feeding a horse in a stall
March 17, 2011

The Importance of Protein During Convalescence

Meeting energy requirements is one of the most important steps in promoting rapid healing after a musculoskeletal injury. Read more
Vet In Discussion With Horse Owner
March 09, 2011

Fit to be Tied: Part Three

With careful attention to feeding and exercise programs, many horses with this condition can be managed to allow an Read more
Bags of corn
March 08, 2011

Horse Feed Manufacture in India

Traditional horse-feeding practices in India involve the use of crushed oats, wheat bran, horse gram (a bean), jaggery (dried Read more
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