
Beet Pulp for Horses
What is beet pulp? Beet pulp is a popular ingredient fed to horses. It is often included in prepared horse feeds targeting senior horses and performance horses. Beet pulp is also utilized as a single ingredient added to the diet at the time of feeding by horse owners. Since beet pulp has become a mainstay in equine nutrition, it is important to understand more about just what it is. The Sugar...

The Importance of a Consistent Diet for Your Horse
A horse's nutrition is directly tied to its health and performance. What, when and how a horse is fed impacts all aspects of equine life. While it may seem easy to change feeds with the seasons or for convenience, horses perform best when routine and consistency are provided. Understanding the Basics of Equine Nutrition Essential Nutrients for Optimal Health To maintain excellent health, horses...

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Feeding Beet Pulp to Horses
What do you know about beet pulp? Maybe you’ve heard of it, but wondered what it is and how it can be used in a horse’s diet? Here are 5 things you may not have known about beet pulp. How is Beet Pulp Feed for Horses Made? Beet pulp is a byproduct from the processing of sugar beets which is used as fiber source for horses. Beet pulp is the highly digestible fibrous material left over after the...

Essential Nutrition Guide on How to Feed the Lactating Broodmare
Proper nutrition for a lactating broodmare is crucial for her health and the well-being of her foal. The correct diet directly impacts the mare’s ability to produce milk, ensuring the foal receives the vital nutrients necessary for growth and development. This article explores key nutritional factors, including the differences in dietary needs during early and late lactation, and how to develop a...

Feeding Pregnant Broodmares
The goal of any equine breeding program is to produce strong, sound foals. To do this, there are several factors involved including genetics, environment and nutrition. Nutrition is a critical piece of any successful breeding operation. Mare owners spend thousands of dollars on stud fees and shell out hundreds of dollars in veterinary care to prepare their broodmares for breeding and foaling....