A Balancing Act: How Much Protein Do Horses Need?
You may have heard the phrases: "Too much protein makes my horse crazy," "Not enough protein will cause loss of top-line muscle," "Excess protein will wear out the kidneys," and more. These phrases are discussed and debated in barn aisles, underscore the importance of protein in horses' diet, and point out some misunderstandings of protein. Protein is an essential nutrient in the diet of all...
Counting Calories - Getting the Energy Content Right in Horse Diets
Understanding the energy or calorie content of your horses’ diet can be confusing. Horse owners certainly want their animals to have adequate energy, but not too much energy that may cause erratic behavior. A better understanding of energy requirements for horses will help bring clarity to this topic. Energy is necessary to run all the chemical reactions within the horse. These chemical reactions...
Traveling with your Horse: What about Water?
Many horse owners haul their horses to competitions or to new areas for trail riding in the summer months. By far the most critical aspect of the hauling process is to keep horses adequately hydrated before, during, and following travel. The water requirement for horses increases in the summer months due to water loss associated with sweating. Horses sweat to help dissipate heat associated with...
Top 3 Tips for Traveling with your Horse
Ready to hit the road and make new memories with your equine partners? Whether you’re competing, out for a joy ride, or off to work, getting to this moment takes preparation. We want to provide you with a few tips to be prepared as you load up and latch the trailer door to depart. Plan Ahead Our number one piece of advice for traveling with your horse is to plan ahead. We know that when it comes...
Why Standlee Forage is so Green
Standlee is often asked why our forage is so green, often with the false assumption that dye or coloring is utilized to keep it green. We can assure you that Standlee Premium Western Forage is never dyed or color enhanced in any way. The natural green color of the forage is persevered because of two important factors. Growing Region First, all of the Standlee Premium Western Forages are grown in...
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