Recent News for Nutrition
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NASC Announces Updated Quality Seal
June 19, 2013
Consumers can expect to see the updated seal on shelves as early as this fall.... Read More
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Digesting Different Hay Forms
June 18, 2013
Bales aren't the only hay option. Here’s some information about different hay forms horse owners can consider.... Read More
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Apple Cider Vinegar for Horses
June 17, 2013
Is it okay to supplement a horse with apple cider vinegar?... Read More
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Feed's Effect on Horses' Dehydration Response
June 17, 2013
A research team concluded that providing food without water can actually increase dehydration in horses.... Read More
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Monitor Horses Closely at Shows
June 16, 2013
Special attention to a horse's management and health program is a necessity during show season.... Read More
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Researchers Examining Weight Gain, Loss in Varying Breeds
June 14, 2013
New study results suggest that some horse and pony breeds tend to hold on to weight better than others.... Read More
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Hong Kong Racehorse Drug Positives Due to Contaminated Feed
June 13, 2013
Officials determined that zilpaterol found in tests from 12 racehorses originated from contaminated feed.... Read More
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Effects of High Glycemic Meals on Young Horses' Growth
June 12, 2013
High and low glycemic meals have different effects on growth hormone secretion in young horses.... Read More
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Foreign Object Consumption
June 11, 2013
My stallion ate a piece of netting off a roll of hay. Will it pass through his system? ... Read More
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Preventing Heat-Related Problems in Horses
June 07, 2013
Here are 10 tips--from keeping horses hydrated to limiting exercise--on preventing heat-related problems.... Read More
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Older Creature Comforts
June 06, 2013
I'm concerned about my senior horse's mental happiness. How can I keep him comfortable and happy?... Read More
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Understanding and Managing Equine Obesity
June 06, 2013
One equine nutritionist describes factors contributing to equine obesity and provides management tips.... Read More
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Equine Gastrointestinal Health Reviewed
June 03, 2013
Horse owners can take simple steps to help keep their animals' GI systems functioning optimally.... Read More
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Maintaining Hydration in Horses: The Roles of Water and Salt
June 03, 2013
Learn how to quench your horse’s thirst to avoid potentially dangerous scenarios, such as severe dehydration.... Read More
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Daily Phosphorus Losses in Growing Horses Studied
June 02, 2013
Current feeding recommendations might be overestimating fecal inevitable phosphorus losses in growing horses.... Read More
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University of Maryland Extension to Hold Forage Workshop
June 01, 2013
Discussion topics will include techniques for evaluating hay, forage alternative options, and more.... Read More
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Senior Horse Care Strategies
June 01, 2013
Aging for horses means strength and flexibility diminish, as well as they body's ability to handle infection.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Star-of-Bethlehem
May 26, 2013
Star-of-Bethlehem is a cool-season perennial of the lily family. ... Read More
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UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Mieke Brummer
May 25, 2013
Brummer’s research focused on selenium and how selenium status affects horses' antioxidant status. ... Read More
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Fescue Grass Toxicity in Broodmares
May 19, 2013
During the breeding and foaling season, lush fescue pastures could create problems for pregnant mares.... Read More
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TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2
May 19, 2013
Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more.... Read More
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New Tool Detects Effects of Endophytic Alkaloid Consumption
May 19, 2013
Researchers tested Doppler ultrasonography to detect vasoconstriction due to endophytic alkaloid consumption.... Read More
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Digestive Capacity in Weanling and Mature Horses Studied
May 15, 2013
Researchers compared the digestibility of a high-forage diet when fed to weanling versus mature horses.... Read More
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Old School Tying Up Treatment
May 14, 2013
Why have vitamin E/selenium injections prior to whatever led to tying-up in the past been abandoned?... Read More
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Adequan Availability could be Limited in Coming Months
May 13, 2013
Supplies of Adequan i.m. are expected to be limited in the coming months due to factory renovations.... Read More
