Vitamins are organic compounds, which, when provided in the proper amounts, play a major role in the well-being of your...
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Horses are managed in varying conditions throughout the world. A vast number of them do not have access to growing...
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Selenium is an essential trace mineral. It is necessary to maintain good health but is needed only in small amounts....
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The most important function of vitamin E in the horse’s body revolves around its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants offset the damage...
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If your Thoroughbred is coming straight from the track and has been in training, their metabolic rate will still be high due to intense training and elevated caloric intake. Once leaving the track, many Thoroughbreds benefit from a period of rest and relaxation, along with time to adjust to their new schedules. Their caloric requirements may decrease depending on the type of work involved in their new career, but this will not happen immediately.
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Love takes many forms Approaching the barn you slide the heavy, hanging door back and the deep rumble sets off...
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Never cut back on hay to reduce calorie intake; instead, change to a more mature grass hay that will provide...
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Many owners are unaware that a handful of concentrate a day does not come close to providing all the nutrients...
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Bone remodeling occurs constantly throughout a horse’s lifetime and is essential to the maintenance of proper growth, soundness and longevity....
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Managing the easy keeper is anything but easy. The biggest challenge when feeding an easy keeper is meeting nutrient requirements without overfeeding calories.
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Whether a racehorse needs some downtime from the rigors of track life or a show jumper is on stall rest...
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Electrolytes perform critical functions within your horse’s body. They help regulate nerve and muscle functions by carrying electrical impulses between...
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Lush, cool season spring grass is packed full of vitamins, minerals and energy, but it is also high in sugar!...
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Guaranteed analysis of minerals and vitamins. When reviewing the guaranteed analysis for mineral and vitamin content, remember: more isn’t always better. Minerals and vitamins need to be feed at proper levels, and in some cases in specific ratios. Concentrates are formulated to meet a horse’s needs at specific ages or stages of life. Some feeds are formulated to contain minerals and vitamins that complement specific types of forages, such as alfalfa hay or grass hay. This will be listed on the label.
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The minerals calcium (Ca) and phosphorous (P) play a major role in proper growth and development of the skeletal system...
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