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Monthly Archives: July 2010
Changing Horse Feeds – A Lot Like Horse Training
Most horse owners have a pretty steady routine when it comes to working with their horses, and that includes keeping a consistent feeding schedule and program in place, which is a good thing for the horse. However, a variety of …
Reading Horse Feed Directions – How Much to Feed?
When horse feeds are formulated, they are developed to provide nutrition to all sizes of horses – nutrient needs go up as the size of the horse goes up. So, feeding directions are often provided in the following format: Activity …
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Posted in Feed Costs, Horse Feed, How To, Weight Control
Tagged as feeding directions, feeding the right amount, How-To, reading feed tags
Posted in Feed Costs, Horse Feed, How To, Weight Control
Tagged as feeding directions, feeding the right amount, How-To, reading feed tags
Making Cents Out of Horse Feed Costs
I was recently called to a boarding and lesson barn to help the owner evaluate her feed program. With the rising costs of bedding, labor, insurance, electricity and hay, she wanted to look at options at saving money. The farm …
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Posted in Feed Costs, Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Supplements
Tagged as Cost of Feed, cost per pound, how to figure out cost per day, Price of feed
Posted in Feed Costs, Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Supplements
Tagged as Cost of Feed, cost per pound, how to figure out cost per day, Price of feed
Storing Horse Feed for Freshness
Horse feed storage conditions have a large impact on freshness. Storing feed in a cool, dry place as well as an appropriate container go a long way in keeping your feed fresh. Continue reading
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Posted in Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Living the Horse Life
Tagged as Feed Bin, Feed Room, Freshness, Horse Feed, management, Storage
Posted in Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Living the Horse Life
Tagged as Feed Bin, Feed Room, Freshness, Horse Feed, management, Storage
