Senior Horse Feed: Not Just for Older Horses Don’t dismiss senior horse feeds as “only for older horses.” Because high-quality senior horse feeds are typically highly palatable, nutrient-dense, fiber-rich, and easy to chew and digest, they can be a good choice for horses of any age with particular health needs. Chewing issues Horses of any […]

How do you decide what to feed your horse? Sure, you know you need to supply plenty of forage, clean water, and access to salt. But when it comes to a horse’s diet, that’s almost never enough. A horse feed or balancer provides the vitamins, minerals, protein, and fat needed for optimal nutrition. Need help […]

Many senior horses tend to put on weight over the summer when easy-to-chew grass is readily available; they then lose weight once the grass stops growing. This is fine—it generally won’t harm your horse’s overall health—but we have some suggestions to ensure your older horse gets the nutrition he needs year-round. Senior Horse Feed Nutrition […]

As we navigate our way back to normal, your horse may be exercising more or working harder. This causes oxidative stress, which produces free radicals, which in turn weakens cells and tissues. Antioxidants, like vitamin E, help fight against these free radicals, making vitamin E an essential nutrient in your horse’s diet. Vitamin E for […]

The Best Senior Horse Feed: What’s (in) the Scoop? The grass is greening up, which is good news for senior horses. Fresh grass is more comfortable to chew and digest than hay, so if your older horse lost weight over the winter, he might be on his way to gaining it back. To ensure he […]

Cheap Horse Feed: Does It Really Save You Money? There’s no question: caring for horses can be expensive. The gear, the training, the grooming—it adds up quickly. While some horse owners may think choosing a cheap horse feed will help their budget, they often discover it ends up costing them more. Determine Nutritional Needs When […]

Finding the Best Senior Horse Feed for Your Horse A horse’s nutritional needs change throughout its life. By the time they turn 20, they’re generally considered a “senior”; it may be time to re-evaluate their diet and determine the best senior horse feed for their needs. Determine Body Condition Of course, not all senior horses […]