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Do horses eat meat? The quick and simple answer is no, they do not. But a one word answer doesn’t make a very interesting read, so let’s have a more in depth look at what horses eat and why. Do Horses Eat Meat In The Wild? Do horses eat meat in the wild? Not voluntarily, … Read more

Horses, donkeys, mules, ponies and zebras are all equines. They are related, but they are not identical in their needs. In fact, no matter what sort of equine you have, you are wise to research that animal’s specific needs carefully in order to provide just the right diet. In this article, we discuss the nutritional … Read more

Horses are unable to produce vitamin E themselves, so it’s very important that they get plenty of this essential vitamin in their diet. Vitamin E is best delivered along with a bit of fat as this helps it to be absorbed correctly. Horses naturally get an abundance of vitamin E from the grass they eat. … Read more

It was once thought that horses with laminitis should simply be put down because they were unsound and un-rideable. Today, we know that this isn’t true. A horse who has had an episode of laminitis is more likely to have another episode, but it is possible to prevent laminitis problems and promote good hoof health … Read more

It can be difficult to determine exactly what sort of diet your horse needs and what sort of supplements are needed to complete and round out his nutritional intake. In this article, we review the basics of a good diet for a healthy horse. We also introduce and explain the various types of horse supplements … Read more

Horses have a very complex digestive system, and feeding your horse incorrectly can have serious or even fatal consequences. In this article we describe the horse digestive system and provide good advice on feeding your horse right to keep him healthy. Read on to learn more. Top Advice For Feeding A Horse Correctly The main … Read more

Have you wondered about feeding your horse Chia seeds or flax seeds? Both are very good sources of a omega-3 fatty acids, but your choice regarding which one to feed depends on the reason your horse needs omega-3 supplementation. In this article, we explain the need for Chia seeds vs flax seeds in your horse’s … Read more

Rice bran is a fairly new addition to horse feeding, and many horse owners have questions about the wisdom of feeding it. In this article, we discuss the difference between raw rice bran and stabilized rice bran (SRB). We also provide good advice on feeding rice bran to horses. Read on to learn more. Why … Read more

Garlic has a great deal of medicinal value, and it has been used for thousands of years in traditional and folk medicines. What is it used for? How can it help? Is it safe? In this article, we answer these questions and more and give good advice on how and why you should use garlic … Read more