We supply our horses with a lot of hay, and sometimes I get asked how I decide the correct amount to feed each one. If you’re a horse owner, you know hay is an important part of your horse’s diet. But are you aware of how much hay a horse needs to eat per day? …
Hello, I’m Miles Henry. as a lifelong horseman with seven racehorses currently under my care, I’ve spent countless hours ensuring my horses receive the best nutrition possible. In this comprehensive guide, “What Do Horses Eat? An Equine Nutrition Guide,” I explore the essentials of equine nutrition, including understanding horse digestion, natural diets, common feeds, nutrient …
Did you know that hay makes up the bulk of most horses’ diets, often providing 80–100% of their daily fiber needs? As a long-time horse owner with experience across Louisiana tracks like Fair Grounds and Delta Downs, I’ve learned that choosing the right hay is one of the most important decisions for your horse’s health, …
My neighbor, a father of two, has been considering buying a horse for his kids. Naturally, he’s curious about the costs, especially how long a bale of hay might last. To answer that, I came up with a table illustrating the hay consumption of a 1,000-pound horse that eats 2% of its body weight daily, …
⚠️ Quick Safety Note: Sudden hay changes, dusty flakes, or overly rich forage can trigger colic or laminitis—especially in easy keepers and metabolic horses. Always transition hay gradually and inspect every batch before it hits the feeder. Not all hay is created equal—and choosing the wrong type can lead to weight gain, colic, or even …
My friends and I went to the feed store because we heard there was a good deal on alfalfa hay bales. But it turned out that it was only the three-string bales on sale, and I wasn’t sure I could handle its weight. This led me to wonder how much hay bales weigh, not only …
I avoid feeding hay in bulk because I fear it will mold and my horses won’t eat it, or if they do eat it, they’ll get sick. But some horse owners disagree with me and put round hay bales in their pastures. I decided to find out if horses will eat moldy hay and whether …
Choosing between Timothy, Bermuda, and Alfalfa hay isn’t just about protein percentages—it’s about matching the forage to your horse’s workload, metabolism, and environment. After decades of feeding performance horses, trail mounts, and young stock, I’ve learned that the “best hay for horses” depends on context. The wrong choice can lead to weight issues, digestive upset, …
Have you ever observed your horse’s grazing habits and wondered, “Does my horse really need to eat all the time?” It’s a common question among horse owners, often stemming from the observation of natural grazing patterns in the wild. Yet, as we delve into the world of horse diets, we realize that there’s more than …