Recent News for Nutrition
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Wisconsin Horse Nutrition Workshop Scheduled for Feb. 11
January 09, 2012
Topics of discussion will include vitamin and mineral supplementation, managing hay, and ration balancing.... Read More
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Supplementation Strategies for Performance Horses
January 08, 2012
Performance horses need customized diets to meet their energy requirements, as hay alone likely won't suffice.... Read More
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East Texas Horse Rescue Receives Grant from ASPCA
January 07, 2012
The $4,000 grant will be used to buy hay for the organization's rescued horses.... Read More
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Seasonal Effects on Texas Cushing's Test Results (AAEP 2011)
January 03, 2012
Season variations in ACTH levels are found in some geographic areas, while no changes take place in others.... Read More
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Dysphagia in Horses Difficult to Diagnose
January 02, 2012
There are more than 100 possible causes for dysphagia--the inability to swallow--in horses.... Read More
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Genetic Testing Options Expanded for APHA Horses in 2012
January 01, 2012
Testing options include a comprehensive coat color package and a comprehensive disease diagnostic package.... Read More
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Cold Weather Colic
January 01, 2012
The No. 1 cause of colic during winter is a lack of fresh, unfrozen water. ... Read More
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Skinny Horse Help
January 01, 2012
Learn how to determine if your horse is underweight and what feeding options are available for hard keepers.... Read More
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Understanding Atypical Myopathy
December 30, 2011
Atypical myopathy--a sudden onset of acute muscle pain and damage--is related to pasture rather than exercise.... Read More
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Economics of Round Bale Feeders Examined
December 29, 2011
Several round-bale feeders are available, but how well do they prevent hay waste? And are they cost-effective?... Read More
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Atypical Myopathy: 100+ Cases Diagnosed Worldwide in 2011
December 29, 2011
France and Great Britain each logged 34 cases in 2011, while just four cases were diagnosed in North America.... Read More
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Monitoring and Preventing EPE on Endemic Farms (AAEP 2011)
December 27, 2011
Researchers are helping horse farms control and detect equine proliferative enteropathy (EPE).... Read More
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Winter Feed Changes: Use Caution when Adjusting Rations
December 22, 2011
Horses need more feed to replace energy loss brought about by harsh conditions as the temperature turn colder.... Read More
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Challenges in Hydrating and Balancing Equine Electrolytes
December 21, 2011
Horses do not have the same drive to drink while competing as humans, one researcher explained.... Read More
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Practical Tips for Managing Obese Horses and Ponies
December 18, 2011
The ideal way to manage an obese horse or pony is to prevent it from becoming obese in the first place.... Read More
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UK to Host Equine Showcase and Breeders' Short Course
December 17, 2011
The events will take place Jan 20-21, 2012 at the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.... Read More
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Relative Feed Value of Hay
December 15, 2011
Good-quality hay is an important component of a horse's diet in the winter when fresh pasture is unavailable.... Read More
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Slower Feeding is Safer Feeding for Horses
December 10, 2011
A better equine feeding system will offer small amounts of grain and forage over many hours.... Read More
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Avoid Grazing Drought-Weakened Pastures Too Early
December 04, 2011
According to one pasture management specialist, drought-weakened pastures might not recover for several years.... Read More
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Soaking Hay: How Much Sugar is Actually Removed?
November 30, 2011
According to one team of researchers, WSC reduction varies depending on how long the hay is submerged.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Perilla Mint
November 21, 2011
Perilla mint plants are toxic to horses and the greatest risk of consumption is in late summer or early fall. ... Read More
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Nutritional Support for Horse Hooves
November 15, 2011
The complex equine hoof relies on important nutritional building blocks for strength and integrity.... Read More
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Nutritional Support for Equine Digestive Health
November 05, 2011
Balancing the digestive system is key to maintaining equine health by improving nutrient absorption.... Read More
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Botulism or Ticks Likely Caused Australian Horse Deaths
November 02, 2011
Botulism and scrub tick infestations both cause the progressive muscular paralysis seen in the deceased horses... Read More
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Bioniche Receives Regulatory Approval for Equine Supplement
October 30, 2011
Health Canada's Veterinary Drugs Directorate accepted the low molecular weight hyaluronate sodium product.... Read More
