It’s Spring – Ready, Set, Ride!
It's Spring - Ready, Set, Ride! Now that the weather has finally warmed up, horse owners are starting to spend more time with their horses, and are looking forward to even more enjoyable riding weather....
Archive for March 22nd, 2012
Feeding A Lactating Mare
When a mare foals, her daily nutrient requirements increase significantly, nearly double that of early gestation. It is a demanding time for her body. These nutrient needs must be met for the mare to...
Efficacy of Yeast Products In Equine Diets
In the past several years, multiple sources have recommended yeast products for inclusion in equine diets for many purposes, including improving fiber and phosphorus digestibility, increase feed efficiency, support hindgut bacteria, and even prevention and...
Caring for Performance Horses in Hot Weather
Let's talk about caring for performance horses in hot weather. Heat and humidity put an added burden on horses during training, showing and hauling. Unlike humans, horses are actually better equipped to work in cold...