Protein provides amino acids for the body which give energy to build and repair bones, muscles and soft tissue. Excluding fat and moisture, amino acids are about 80% of a horse’s makeup. Young horses in the growing stage require more protein in their diets than full grown horses. Pregnant and lactating mares also require more […]
Vaccines are crucial to horses’ health, keeping them disease-free. However side effects, although not common, can occur. After vaccination, a horse may experience achiness and a slight fever, swelling at the injection site, soreness in the neck area. These effects usually abate in a couple of days. Some horses can have severe reactions to vaccinations, […]
Flaxseed is coming into use as a nutritional supplement for horses. It is a plant usually grown in northern climates with Canada being the largest producer. Flaxseed is sometimes referred to as “linseed.” Flaxseed is an excellent source of fiber, containing about 30%, and fat, about 40%. It also supplies Omega 3 (as alpha-lineolic acid) […]
