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The Great Bran Mash Debate

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Dr. Kellon

Warm bran mashes have a very long history of use in equine feeding, especially in winter.  Is this the yummy comfort food it has been claimed to be, or actually potentially harmful?  As is usually the case, the truth is … Continue reading →

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Electrolyte Problems in Endurance Horses

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Dr. Kellon

Electrolyte problems in the heat are directly proportional to sweat loss so it makes perfect sense that horses working long periods are at greatest risk.  This puts the spotlight on endurance horses. Australian endurance horse champion Omani Mr. Squiggle owned … Continue reading →

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Mid-Pregnancy Nutrition

Posted on November 3, 2019 by Dr. Kellon

When an average size mare delivers she will have produced a 100+ lb foal, an 11 pound placenta, and as much as 16 pounds of fluid. She has also greatly increased the size and thickness of her uterus and blood … Continue reading →

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The Right Way to Supplement Electrolytes

Posted on July 13, 2019 by Dr. Kellon

Once you know the basics, it’s not that difficult to supplement electrolytes correctly but many people don’t know how and it’s taking more of a toll than is realized. Even mild dehydration can have a major effect on performance Electrolytes … Continue reading →

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Magnesium and Your Horse

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Dr. Kellon

The importance of magnesium was ignored for many years but appreciation has grown with our understanding of the vital functions it fulfills. Magnesium normally has a stabilizing effect in the nervous system Like calcium and phosphorus in the skeleton, magnesium … Continue reading →

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Feeding Yearlings

Posted on July 30, 2017 by Dr. Kellon

Whether you are prepping for sales and halter classes or trying your best to raise a healthy and sound youngster, careful attention to nutritional needs is a key component.  Yearlings should not be fed like little adults. This handsome devil … Continue reading →

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How To Make Your Own Feed

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Dr. Kellon

Feed companies have been around for quite a while (Purina dates back to 1894) but many operations still mix their own feed.  There are pros and cons. A big plus is cost. Even if you give a formula to a … Continue reading →

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Hay Wars – Which is best?

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Dr. Kellon

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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Feeding Weanlings

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Dr. Kellon

Weanlings have intensive nutritional needs and you shouldn’t start feeding them like a smaller version of an adult. Nutrient dense diets are those that have high levels of protein/amino acids and minerals per calorie. As you might expect, mineral requirements … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Wheat Bran

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Dr. Kellon

Wheat bran has gone from a darling of caretakers everywhere to one of the most widely criticized feeds.  The ensuing impression that bran is somehow “bad” is unwarranted.  In fact, bran has some very desirable characteristics. Bran’s high phosphorus content … Continue reading →

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