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Spring Horse Feeding Considerations
Consider your horse's diet when helping him make a smooth transition from winter to spring.
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Study Examines Most 'Physically Effective Fiber' for Horses
Forage-only diets provide horses with more physically effective fiber than hay and concentrate diets.
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Study Evaluates Equine Fecal pH during Abrupt Feed Changes
No significant fecal pH decrease occurred, but it's important to change equine feed gradually, researchers say.
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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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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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Spring Horse Feeding Considerations
April 05, 2013
Consider your horse's diet when helping him make a smooth transition from winter to spring.... Read More
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CHRB Okays Purina Feeds Based on Investigation
April 04, 2013
Based on Purina's investigation, the CHRB says vendors can supply any product milled on and since March 27.... Read More
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CHRB Issues Warning About Purina Sweet Feed
March 25, 2013
The CHRB said it concluded some sweet feed products contain zilpaterol, a prohibited substance for racehorses.... Read More
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Equine Feed Oat Project Awards Inaugural Oat Research Grant
January 14, 2013
Laurie Lawrence, PhD, of the University of Kentucky will receive funding for a two-year research project.... Read More
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Fall Feeding Tips for Horses
October 31, 2012
As temperatures drop, consider making changes in horses' feeding programs in preparation for winter.... Read More
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Study Examines Most 'Physically Effective Fiber' for Horses
October 06, 2012
Forage-only diets provide horses with more physically effective fiber than hay and concentrate diets.... Read More
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Study Evaluates Equine Fecal pH during Abrupt Feed Changes
September 24, 2012
No significant fecal pH decrease occurred, but it's important to change equine feed gradually, researchers say.... Read More
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Starch Digestion in Horse Diets
September 02, 2012
Although it can be damaging if fed improperly, starch is an important part of the horse's diet.... Read More
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Keys to Consider when Feeding Broodmares
August 29, 2012
Understanding broodmares' nutrient requirements can make developing a feeding program a less daunting task.... Read More
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'Cup' Feeder Slows Horses' Consumption Rate, Reduces Waste
August 14, 2012
Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses' rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.... Read More
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Alternative Fiber Sources for Horses
August 12, 2012
Hay cubes, complete feeds, and forage byproducts can help horse owners stretch their hay supply if needed.... Read More
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Drought Damage Dangers: Nitrates and Mycotoxins
August 11, 2012
Horse owners might be concerned about the potential for an unsafe feed supply this year due to the drought.... Read More
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Cost-Efficient Feeding
August 01, 2012
Forage analysis and judicial use of concentrates and supplements can help you get the most bang for your buck... Read More
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Drought, Heat Push Horse Feed Costs Skyward
July 27, 2012
With no end to the drought and heat in sight, owners might have to rethink what they feed their horses.... Read More
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Bread for My Horses?
July 01, 2012
Do you have any information about what would happen if you were to feed a horse bread? I understand that bread... Read More
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Equine Oat Research Advisory Board Calls for Pre-Proposals
June 30, 2012
Pre-proposals should focus on one or more of three horse health and oat related research topics.... Read More
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Making Sense of Mycotoxins
June 29, 2012
Mycotoxin exposure in horses, caused by feed contaminated with fungi, can be dangerous or fatal.... Read More
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Help Sick Horses Heal with Nutrition
June 27, 2012
Nutritional choices can either help or hinder a horse's health problems, diseases, or ailments.... Read More
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Feeding Horses Post-Colic
June 25, 2012
Developing an understanding of post-colic feeding practices can help your horse on the road to recovery.... Read More
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Feeding Minis, Ponies, Draft Horses, Mules, and Donkeys
June 17, 2012
Feeding draft horses, miniature horses, ponies, mules, and donkeys requires special some considerations.... Read More
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Customizing Senior Horse Diets
June 07, 2012
Appropriate forage, forage alternatives, and/or concentrates can keep aged horses at a healthy body condition.... Read More
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Nutritional Management of Growing Horses
June 05, 2012
Growing horses require specific nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to aid in proper development.... Read More
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The Ins and Outs of Feeding the OTTB
May 28, 2012
Careful dietary consideration is needed when transitioning a Thoroughbred from racehorse to pleasure horse.... Read More
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Bread for My Horses?
Q. Do you have any information about what would happen if you were to feed a horse bread? I understand that bread is starch, which horses don't digest very fast, and that it could be toxic if fed in excess. What are your thoughts?
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Q. Has there has been an increase in hind limb lameness since the round pen has become more popular? I feel like I ruined my dream horse with round pen work starting when he was about six months old. He is nine now and mostly unridable due to a degenerative condition in his hips. I had written this off as bad luck until my friend's mare began to exhibit the same problem. The only things thes
