Understanding Horse Feed Labels
Choosing the right feed for your horse shouldn’t feel overwhelming, but with shelves full of bags, tubs, mixes and supplements (all claiming to be “best” or “complete”), it’s easy to feel lost. Understanding nutrition starts with understanding what’s actually in the bag, and that begins with learning how to read a feed label.
Summer Pasture
Horses were born to eat grass. For horse owners, pasture is the most natural and economical way to feed horses, reducing the need for hay and commercial feeds. With the right advice on grass species, planting, fertilisation, and grazing management, you can maintain productive pasture all year round.
Let’s get pregnant: Feeding for Fertility
Of all domesticated animals, horses have the lowest fertility rate. This is often due to selective breeding for performance and conformation rather than fertility. Equine fertility is influenced by a complex mix of environmental, management, and individual animal factors.
The Case for Oil in Equine Nutrition
When it comes to feeding horses, especially those in regular work, the conversation often revolves around grains, supplements, and performance enhancers. But what if the key to better digestion, sustained energy, and overall wellness lies in something simpler - oil?