How do you know if your horse is too fat, too thin, or just right? The Henneke Body Condition Score (BCS) system assigns a value from 1 (extremely emaciated) to 9 (extremely obese). Most horses are considered healthy at...
Equine Nutrition from A to ZFeeding your horse may seem like a complex task, but it can be simple with our glossary of equine nutrition terms. Read more >>
Emergency Contact InformationMake sure those who care for your horse have...
Using weight tape at the heart girth may not measure small changes in weight. Photo: Leslie PotterThe problem of equine obesity has been at the top of horse health headlines recently as more owners learn about the serious health...
Alfalfa
Abundant in protein and calcium, alfalfa is a good source of forage for young, growing horses and lactating mares. For most other horses, it can be too rich and lead to obesity. The high protein concentration can lead to...
Q: I have a 17-year-old Mustang that came back high on the ACTH test for Cushing’s disease. She started Pergolide 5 days ago. I have her on grass hay. My question is about treats and supplements. Most pellets have alfalfa...
Are you tempted to cut your grass, then rake it into soft, fragrant, tasty piles of clippings for your horse to nibble? According to equine nutrition expert, Dr. Juliet Getty, this should be the last thing you encourage your...
Grass and legume hays have basic nutritional qualities that can provide most horses with all the sustenance they need. However, if the hay you feed is not of the utmost quality, your horse won’t be getting the right nutrition....
Make sure your horse is getting the right feed and supplements, even when you can't be there to feed him. Click the image at right to download a free stall card to display all of your horse's essential information.
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1. Know What’s Going on in There
The foundation of caring for a horse and keeping him healthy begins with what goes into his body. Nutrition is something every horse owner should take some time to learn about, since the...
Equine weight management can be a challenge at any age. Horses of all ages need targeted nutrition to meet their special needs. The senior horse is no exception. In order to keep older horses going strong, special attention is...
