5 ways to keep your horse hydrated after competition
Dengie senior nutritionist Katie Williams gives some top tips to keep your horse healthy and hydrated after competition
Feeding horses
If you’re looking to learn how to feed a horse, you’re in the right place. We all want our horses to be in tip top condition, so getting your feeding right is key. While all horse owners will be familiar with the basic rules of feeding, expert advice from equine nutritionists can make a real difference.
From forage analysis and how to make your own hay, to advice on how to feed your horse most effectively during the winter months, Horse & Hound’s experts offer advice on all challenges around feeding horses.
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Is forage analysis worthwhile? [H&H VIP]
Kathy Carter looks at how forage analysis works and the equine health benefits it can offer
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How to manage excess weight this winter [H&H VIP]
As the cold weather draws in, the temptation can be to overfeed. Andrea Oakes finds out why managing excess weight over the winter is vital to safeguard your horse’s health
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When is hay at its best? [H&H VIP]
The question of how long to wait before feeding freshly-baled hay always provokes debate among horse owners. Hanna Lindon investigates
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How nutritious is your hay? New business set up to help
Company launched to improve equine diets
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What are you using? Supplements explored [H&H VIP]
The perils of supplement contamination have been thrown into the spotlight recently thanks to Jock Paget and Clifton Promise. But what should riders be looking for? Are you ever really “safe’” to use them?
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12 ways to manage the diet of a horse with Cushing’s disease
There is no cure for Cushing’s but with careful management, appropriate nutrition and veterinary treatment, horses can have comfortable active lives for several years with the condition
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William Fox-Pitt's feeding, fitness and horsecare tips [H&H VIP]
H&H guest editor William Fox-Pitt shares his thoughts on training the event horse, the ultimate equine triathlete
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Feeding horses: the latest news and research
The world of horse feed is constantly changing thanks to research and investigation by the leading feed companies. If feed is what fascinates you, here's a look at the latest developments and the research that goes on behind the scenes
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How to control your horse's weight using the seasons [H&H VIP]
The owners of pampered and domesticated ponies are often encouraged to use natural seasonal variations in metabolism and food availability to control their animals’ bodyweight
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Feeding tips to keep your horse in optimum condition this winter
Make sure your horse thrives this winter with expert advice on feeding your equine partner
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Save money on feed balancers, supplements, creams, spray and more [Promotion]
Find out how horseandponydirect.com believe they can help you save money
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Blue Chip team up with Lima Horse Weighing
Blue Chip has joined forces with a portable horse weighing service.
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Web chat: supplements to help your horse
Review our live web chat, in association with Nupafeed, which discussed how supplements can help improve your horse's behaviour and performance for optimum results
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New season ReadiGrass is now available [Promotion]
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Pros and cons of feeding sugar beet to your horse
Confused about when to feed sugar beet? Find out what the pros and cons are
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Healthy Joints for a Healthy Horse *Promotion*
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New feeding system launched by Eezhay
A new feeding system designed to save time and reduce waste has been launched by Eezhay
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What to do if your horse experiences a choke
When do common equine health problems become emergencies that require urgent veterinary attention?
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Supplements special: will you be legal?
Calmers are a big business these days, but make sure what you are feeding is legal for use in competition
