Nutrition Archives

Riding Bending Lines

Hunter, jumper and equitation courses often include bending lines between jumps because they test the accuracy and partnership of the rider and horse. It takes good balance, impulsion, accuracy and planning ahead to ride bending lines successfully and smoothly. And, …

By: Anne Gage

Does Soaking Hay Affect the Nutrient Content?

Equine nutritionist, Shannon Pratt-Phillips, explains that soaking can leach nutrients from hay, but in other cases it may be helpful.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Healthy Treats

Equine nutritionist, Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D., offers advice on choosing healthy and convenient treats to use as food rewards.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

How to Collect Hay for Analysis

The best way to get a sample, and hay analysis, is to get a hay core sample. This allows for the collection of hay from the inside of the hay bale.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Adding Oil to Feed

Find out about how to boost the calories in your horse’s diet to help put on weight by adding oil to his feed, and the other benefits oil can have.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Getting Inside the Gut

In this article, experts at the Ontario Veterinary College look for better ways to diagnose gastrointestinal tract problems in horses.

By: HPG/Jillian Dasti/Equine Guelph

A chubby bay horse standing in a paddock.

Feeds for Equine Metabolic Syndrome

In this article equine nutritionist, Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D., provides feeding advice for horses with Equine Metabolic Syndrome.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Why Does My Horse Lick?

Why is your horse licking the hitching post, and your hands, and jacket? Is she missing something in her diet, or is she just an odd-ball?

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D.

Cold Weather Feeding Advice

Providing a balanced diet for your horse during the winter has its challenges. In this article, the experts from Kentucky Performance Products offer advice.

Understanding Amino Acids

This article explains how amino acids work in a horse's body, and how you can ensure that your horse is getting the protein he needs.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Understanding Vitamins

In this article learn which vitamins are required in your horse’s diet, which are not, and how to ensure your horse is getting the right amount.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.

Regulating Natural Health Products for Animals in Canada

In this article find out what Health Canada is doing to ensure that natural health products for animals are safe and effective.

By: David Lloyd

Formulating a Feed Program for: A Senior or Retired Horse

Older horses are typically considered “senior” or “geriatric,” and may have age-related changes that warrant some feeding modifications.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D.

Legume Hay vs Grass Hay

The choice between grass hay and legume hay depends on your horse and his needs. This article highlights the benefits of both and which one you should pick.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D.

Formulating a Feed Program for: An Overweight Horse

Obesity and overweight horses are becoming increasingly common, with some studies reporting that more than 50 per cent of horses today are overweight.

By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD.