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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....

5 Nutrition-Based Horse Myths

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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...

DIY Round Bale Hut

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July 18, 2023
If you want to eliminate excessive hay waste and prevent rain from ruining your bale, then consider a hay hut or shelter! You can keep rain, snow, and the sun from damaging your hay with one of these handy structures. They have a metal roof and square bottom, which fits an average-sized round bale of...

The Danger Of Foxtail In Your Horse's Hay

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February 27, 2023
Buying hay for horses can be tricky. Certain grasses like foxtail can be dangerous if consumed! The summer annual grass known as foxtail contains seed heads with bristles that break off into your horse’s mouth. Unfortunately, they look can similar to the perennial grass, timothy. Foxtail Dangers The immature foxtail plant does not possess a...

5 Tips For Feeding Your Donkey

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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...

5 Slow Hay Feeders For Your Horse's Stall

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January 5, 2023
Ditch those hay nets and try something new! Slow-feeder hay nets can break over time and be a hassle to fill, instead try one of these practical hay feeders. These long-term investments replicate natural grazing. They’re great for your horse’s digestive system and easy to use in their stall or paddock. Slow Hay Feeders This...

DIY Round Bale Feeders

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December 13, 2022
Many horse owners choose to feed round bales, especially in the winter. They last longer than square bales and keep your horse busy. In order to prevent hay waste, it’s a good idea to use a hay feeder or hut. They can be expensive to buy, so consider making your own out of recycled wood....

Equine Nutrition 101

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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...

The Benefits Of Hay Nets

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November 3, 2022
Horses should eat small frequent meals throughout the day. A slow feeder hay net allows this to happen! The average horse will spend over 14.5 hours a day grazing. When that is not possible, they’re often left with hay in dry lots or their stall. If unlimited hay is offered without restriction, the horse can...
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