Tag Archives: Alfalfa

Feeds for Carb Sensitive Horses and Weight Control

Posted on August 19, 2018 by

By carb I am referring to hydrolyzable carbohydrate digested to glucose in the small intestine. This includes starch and the sugar/ESC (ethanol soluble carbohydrates) fractions on an analysis. These are the carbs that elevated glucose and cause an insulin response. … Continue reading →

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Myth Busting

Posted on May 18, 2017 by

It’s easy for opinions or hypotheses that are repeated often enough to eventually morph into what passes as a fact and from there to a myth that’s difficult to eradicate. These are three commonly repeated, but wrong, horse feeding myths. … Continue reading →

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Hay Analysis in Equine Nutrition

Posted on December 26, 2016 by

If you think a hay analysis is just something else unnecessary to waste your money on, please reconsider. The dairy and beef industry has been utilizing hay analyses since the 1800s.  Why? Because it saves them money through maximized milk … Continue reading →

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Hay Wars – Which is best?

Posted on November 14, 2016 by

Grass or Alfalfa.  Timothy or Orchard.  Grain hays.  Is Bermuda safe?  There is plenty of room for confusion in selecting a hay.                                                             Premium Grass Hay Legume hays, which include Alfalfa, Clover and in some areas Perennial Peanut and Birdsfoot … Continue reading →

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Alfalfa and the IR Horse

Posted on January 24, 2016 by

The horse hasn’t been born that doesn’t love alfalfa.  Although it poses some balancing challenges, alfalfa can be a valuable addition to the diet.  However, for reasons that are not yet explained alfalfa can cause flares of laminitis pain in … Continue reading →

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Let Them Eat Hay

Posted on January 17, 2013 by

Most people when asked what they feed their horses will give you the brand name of a bagged feed and the percent protein it contains. They may or may not know what type of hay they feed. Some even believe … Continue reading →

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Food Pyra-what?

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

Whether you are horse or human, you must be conscious of what you eat.  With processed foods and feeds gaining popularity due to its convenience and affordability,  many of us have lost sight of the very foundation of healthy eating habits, … Continue reading →

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