Horse Specialists for years have continued to recommend that horse owners feed their horses by weight and not by volume. This is because feeds have different densities and one can easily over feed digestible energy by using volume measures alone. Why is it important to weigh horse feed? Weighing what Read more…
A supplement’s shelf life can range from 12 months to 2 years. The expiration date can be found on the product label. Never feed a supplement past its expiration date. How long does it take for a supplement to work on a horse? It takes several days for the supplement Read more…
Glucosamine is used by people to treat inflammation, breakdown, and loss of cartilage via osteoarthritis. But, it’s also a highly effective treatment for horses. What does glucosamine do to horses? Glucosamine for horses helps to support horse joint health by assisting with the production and maintenance of cartilage; naturally targeting Read more…
Only small amounts of the macro-minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, and sulfur are needed daily. Calcium and phosphorus are needed in a specific ratio ideally 2:1, but never less than 1:1. What minerals do horses need daily? Trace minerals are minerals horses need in an even Read more…
Some horses eat their feed very quickly, “bolting” down their meals. This may simply be their normal behavior, or it may have developed in response to living conditions. Horses that compete for feed in a herd often learn to eat fast in a competitive setting. How do I stop my Read more…
Vitamins and minerals are nutrients that horses need. The National Research Council’s (NRC) “Nutrient Requirement of Horses” lists estimates of daily needs. Ration balancers provide your horse with the vitamins and trace minerals most forages lack. Do horses need vitamins and minerals? Horses need vitamins A, B, C, D, E, Read more…
Joint supplements contain ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronic acid and are used to help keep joints healthy and avoid future problems. This means that the best time to start a joint supplement is actually before your horse starts to show signs of joint pain and discomfort. What Read more…
Hay drying Living pasture grasses and alfalfa are rich in fat and water-soluble vitamins, essential fatty acids, minerals, carbohydrates, and protein. But once they are cut, dried, and stored as hay, many nutrients that were once plentiful begin to dwindle. Fat-soluble vitamins. These include vitamins A, D, E, and K. Read more…
Adult horses need protein only for repair and maintenance of body tissues, so their total requirement is fairly low. Many mature horses get all the protein they need (about 10% of the diet, on average) from grass or hay. Owners can confirm that this need is met by having pastures Read more…
You also need to consider, especially if it is a young horse, he might be leaning on the bit and the rider’s hand to help him balance. Physical problems, such as a poorly fitting saddle or lameness could also cause the horse to lean on the bit. How do I Read more…