Horses need energy for day to day maintenance, digestion of food, performance, reproduction and growth. Horses utilize different feed components for energy that can either be used immediately or stored for later use. Thus they can get fat! Dietary carbohydrates, Read more…
Digestible energy (DE) refers to the amount of energy in the diet that is absorbed by the horse. Digestible energy requirements are calculated based on the horse’s maintenance DE requirement plus the additional energy expended during exercise. Why is digestible Read more…
During the takeoff the horse uses Newton’s Second Law of motion to push itself off the ground. After takeoff the horse only has potential energy. This can be shown by PE=mgh. At maximum height the potential energy is at its Read more…
GRASS HAYS Although grass hay is generally lower in protein and energy and higher in fiber than legume hay, this is, in part, what makes it a good choice for many adult horses. It can satisfy the horse’s appetite and Read more…
Adding oil into a horse’s diet too aggressively or giving them too much can lead to loose stools, bloating, gas, and can prevent their digestive system from fully absorbing the nutrients in their feed. How much oil can you feed Read more…
Another medical concern that may affect your horse’s weight, is his metabolism. Some horses, like Thoroughbreds or Arabians, have a naturally high metabolism and will often burn off calories nearly as fast as you throw them into the feed bucket. Read more…
Many horses receive a spoonful of (2 tablespoons) vegetable oil daily on the food to create more shine and gloss in their fur. Vegetable oil also helps digestion and smooth muscles and joints in horses. Any vegetable oil is suitable Read more…
Scientific research has shown that pure linseed oil offers many benefits to the horse when added to their daily diet. Linseed Oil is a benefinicial source of energy compared to cereal feeds. It is much safeier and easier to digest, Read more…
Grains are a useful supplement that provides extra energy for working horses. Forages, such as grass and hay, are the foundation of all equine feeding programs, as this is the source of the horse’s essential nutrients. Most horse owners feed Read more…
The Egyptians invented the yoke saddle for their chariot horses around 1500 BC. Chariots were effective for their high speed, mobility and strength which could not be matched by infantry at the time. They quickly became a powerful new weapon Read more…