Starch is a highly digestible energy form and can provide energy needed for exercise, growth, metabolism, and other equine life functions. However, when fed improperly, this nonstructural carbohydrate ...

A horse's digestion is closely tied to his overall health and well-being. Although people might be able to get away with a junk food-based diet for a while, a horse cannot, and food-associated ...

For ranch horses, a forage-based diet is not just a recommendation; it’s essential for their health, energy and overall performance. Understanding their unique digestive system helps highlight why ...

A healthy digestive system is crucial to the well-being of any animal and none more so than the horse. The horse has a delicate digestive system and an imbalance in the gut environment can trigger off ...

Domestic horses have evolved from creatures that could eat fruit, woody plants and a number of other coarse forages to survive. In doing so, their body structures have changed to suit their ...

If you’ve ever spent time around horses—or perhaps even if you haven’t—you may have heard a strange but true fact: horses can ...

Specializing in the equine diet for over 20 years, the French company EDHYA develops specific natural, innovative, certified and non-dopants. On the occasion of its participation in the 10th edition ...

A good understanding of horse nutrition is key to ensuring your horses remain in peak condition all year round, so it is crucial that every horse owner knows the golden rules of feeding. These basic ...

When it comes to cold-weather horse keeping, it pays to be prepared—and then some. These tips will give you an edge in a wide range of scenarios.

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