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Monthly Archives: June 2011
Types of Vitamins in Horse Diets
There are two main classes of vitamins: fat-soluble and water-soluble. Fat-Soluble Vitamins: The fat-soluble vitamins are A, D, E, and K, and they are listed on horse feed tags as IU/lb. This stands for “International Units per Pound”. They are …
Calcium and Phosphorus Levels in Horse Diets
Where do calcium and phosphorus come from, and what can you as a horse owner do to balance the diet? As always, first examine your hay source. Legumes are better sources of calcium than are the grass hays, but neither …
Calcium and Phosphorus in Horse Diets
Horses are more likely to suffer from a lack of calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) than of any other minerals. Considering the detrimental effect on bone development that a deficiency of these two minerals can have, every horse owner should …
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Posted in Feeding Management, Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition
Tagged as calcium for horses, calcium to phosphorus ratio, calcium toxicity in horses, effect of calcium on the hoof, how do I make my horses feet stronger?, mineral deficiency in horses, phosphorus for horses, strong hooves in horses
Hoof Health and Nutrition
If your horse has ever had issues with his/her feet, the old adage, ‘no hoof, no horse’ could not ring truer. When considering hoof health, multiple factors influence the state of your horse’s feet including nutrition, conformation, environment, use and …
