Information on the best feeding practices and a look at horse hay, grains, and commercial feeds.
It is no secret that horses need hay to perform their best. Hay is a necessary part of their diet, providing them with the fiber they need to keep their digestive system working correctly. But what many people don’t know is that different types of hay have different protein content levels, which can affect a …
My son noticed that I use a hay net when feeding some of our horses but not others. He asked me why the difference in treatment. The reason that we treat our horses differently depends is because of their individual needs, which include how we feed them hay. Hay nets are an essential tool for …
My friend, an expert equestrian, puts out round bales for his horses. I was taught not to let horses eat from round bales because they make horses sick. But with the price of hay skyrocketing, I decided it’s worthwhile to check them out. In general, round hay bales are used to feed cattle in the …
My grandson saw a tray of treats on our countertop and reached for one; I quickly let him know they were for the horses. He said, “They can’t be horse treats because they come in a bag.” I told him these were homemade and much better than anything he’ll find in a store. Horse lovers …
Recently I’ve been top dressing my horse’s feed with Healthy Coat, a mineral supplement. When my granddaughter noticed this, she wanted to add some to her horse’s rations, but not all horses need supplements because they have different nutritional needs. Some horses need supplements because they have a vitamin deficiency or they aren’t getting the …
Feeding your horse hay is a necessity unless they live in pastures with healthy grass year-round. But how do you know what type of hay is best for your horse? With so many varieties available, it’s hard to know which one suits your horse’s needs-especially if this is your first time owning a horse. There …
A horse’s digestive system is complex and fragile, and to keep it running smoothly, a horse needs to eat the right food. If they don’t eat correctly, they’re likely to get sick, display changes in behavior and can colic. So, what do horses need to eat? Horses are herbivores and eat grass and other vegetation; …
“What should I look for in a good horse hay?” – It’s one of the first questions new owners ask. And it is an important question because the hay you feed your animal can often be what sets them on the path to good health and happiness. So how do you know which hay would …
Horses thrive in the wild on a diet of grass and other plants. From these foliages, they extract the nutrients needed to grow healthy and strong. Domestic horses are no different; eating grass is essential. But is one type better than another? Grass is essential to aid horses’ digestion and provide the nutrients they need …
My neighbor is a father of two, and he’s been eyeing a horse for his kids. But before he buys one, he wants to make sure how much it’ll cost him–that means figuring out how long a bale of hay will last for one horse! In general, a standard 40 lb. square bale of hay …