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HORSES
Improve Your Horse's Topline Through Nutrition
Get your horse in proper form by feeding them quality food.
March 21, 2024
Your horse’s topline is the muscling over their neck, back, and hindquarters. Most riders specifically look at the back and loin area when evaluating it. A strong topline is ideal for a performance horse. It allows them to carry their rider with ease and perform strenuous exercise. Developing a horse’s back muscles can be challenging....
HORSES
5 Nutrition-Based Horse Myths
By
Emily Fought
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October 13, 2023
Don’t believe everything you hear, especially when it comes to feeding your horse. Proper nutrition is so important! Old wives’ tales should be taken lightly. Your veterinarian and equine nutritionist should be who you go to when creating a diet for your horse. Myths circulate quickly and can get out of control. It’s time to...
HORSES
5 Tips For Feeding Your Donkey
By
Emily Fought
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January 23, 2023
Donkeys have special nutritional requirements. They’re browsers by nature and can quickly become overweight if not monitored. Their digestive system and metabolism are different compared to horses. You’ll need to ensure their unique needs are being met! Feeding Donkeys You’ll probably notice some similarities and differences between feeding horses and donkeys. If they’re kept in...
HORSES
Equine Nutrition 101
By
Emily Fought
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November 16, 2022
Proper nutrition is essential for good health. Horses have sensitive digestive systems and unique nutritional requirements that can make it tricky to feed them. There’s a wide variety of feed, supplements, and hay choices on the market. It can be difficult to decide which one to use! Equine Nutrition Carbohydrates: Likely one of the largest...
HORSES
Tips For Switching Your Horse's Feed
By
Emily Fought
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October 24, 2022
Seasonal changes, your horse’s workout schedule, and their body condition can be some of the reasons a change in feed is necessary. You may need to increase or decrease the amount or even change the type of grain altogether. All changes to your horse’s food should be done with care. Their digestion system is sensitive!...
HORSES
A Holistic Approach To Feeding Your Horse
By
Emily Fought
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June 8, 2022
More and more horse owners are turning toward holistic alternatives, including their horse’s diet. What you should feed and how often are big questions. It’s best to look at how your horse’s digestive system works and build their diet around that. A Holistic Approach Dr. Angelique Barbara shares a short video on some basic guidelines...
HORSES
The Dos And Don'ts Of Horse Feeding
By
Emily Fought
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December 6, 2021
It’s not always as simple as throwing a bale of hay to your horse. Most horses need a customized feeding program that suits their age, work load, size, among other things. It’s important you meet their nutritional needs in order to keep them conditioned and healthy. These tips will help! Dos and Don’ts of Feeding...
HORSES
What Does Clinton Anderson Feed His Horses?
By
Emily Fought
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September 17, 2021
At one point or another, you might have wondered what type of feed famous trainers and riders use. Their horses are usually in excellent condition with shiny coats and lush manes. Clinton Anderson‘s horses are a prime example of this! Here’s your chance to take a peek into his feed room. Clinton Anderson’s Feed Room...
HORSES
Get Inspired With These Organized Feed Rooms
By
Emily Fought
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March 22, 2021
Who’s ready to dust cobwebs and sweep away dirt? It’s time for some spring cleaning! Your feed room is a great place to start. You can save time by keeping an organized space. No more hunting for horse buckets or supplements. Everything can have its own place! Hanging buckets and individual cubbies will keep your...
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