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Tag Archives: Horse Feed
In Defense of Starch
Like a celebrity on a downward spiral, starch has been getting a lot of press in the last few years…and most of it negative. Unlike celebrities, starch doesn’t gain anything from the media exposure. Although it may be unpopular, I’d …
What Makes it ‘Premium’ Nutrition?
Aside from price, how do you know if a feed that is advertised as premium nutrition, really is? Here are some tips to help you decode the premium puzzle. First, a word about forage….Forage, being hay and/or pasture, should make …
Feeding Tips for Stall Rest
Regardless of the diagnosis, when stall rest is on the treatment list, adjusting your feeding program to match your horse’s lack of activity can improve the experience for both you and your horse. Whether recovering from an injury, surgery, or other, …
Pre and Probiotics in Horse Feed
While scanning information about various horse feeds, you may have come across the phrase ‘contains prebiotics and probiotics’….Hmmm, sounds impressive, but what are they, what do they do for your horse, and why are they important?  Pre- and probiotics are considered “functional ingredients” that …
Selecting the Right Feed
Browsing through the aisles of your local feed store, it’s likely you have noticed the variety of horse feeds available. National brands, regional brands and local manufacturers all crowd the shelves, adding to the confusion. Which feed is right for your …
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Posted in Changing Horse Feed, Feed Costs, Feeding Management, Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Supplements
Tagged as balance, body condition, Body Condition Score, Body Weight, Feeding Properly, grain, Horse Feed, How-To
Posted in Changing Horse Feed, Feed Costs, Feeding Management, Horse Feed, Horse Nutrition, How To, Supplements
Tagged as balance, body condition, Body Condition Score, Body Weight, Feeding Properly, grain, Horse Feed, How-To
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
