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Do You Need To Analyze Your Hay?

February 17, 2016 by JG-Admin Leave a Comment

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by Juliet M. Getty Ph.D. | Feb 24, 2015 | Many horses rely entirely on hay for their forage needs. Is hay nutritious? Not very. Hay is dead grass; it no longer contains many of the vitamins, omega 3s and omega 6s it once had as living pasture. It does, however, contain protein, carbohydrates, and minerals, and is a significant source of energy. But does it have enough to … [Read more...]

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Your Mare’s Pregnancy: Nutrition For The Final 3 Months

February 11, 2016 by Academy Support Leave a Comment

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by Juliet M. Getty Ph.D. | Dec 18, 2015 | During the first 8 months of pregnancy, your mare may be fed like any other horse, with a balanced, quality diet. But things are changing rapidly during this last stage of pregnancy: She requires more calories, more protein, more omega 3's, and balanced vitamins and minerals, not only for the unborn foal but also to prepare for … [Read more...]

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Added Fat Improves Behavior

February 11, 2016 by Academy Support Leave a Comment

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February 11, 2016 www.gettyequinenutrition.com Added Fat Improves Behavior by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Diet affects behavior. This makes sense. A well-fed horse is healthy. And a healthy horse feels good. Conversely, a poorly-nourished horse is suffering. A variation in hormone levels, for example, can have a temporary effect on how the horse sees the world. Just as … [Read more...]

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What Supplements I Feed My Horses

August 5, 2015 by JG-Admin Leave a Comment

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With a high-quality forage, horses may not need concentrates or supplements at all, but all my horses get supplements because I want them to look and feel their best. For the most part, my horses get the same type of health supplements that I take for myself. Vitamins: I give a general vitamin supplement to all my horses because it helps their coats shine and keeps them … [Read more...]

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Safety Concerns: Introducing To New Herd, New Feed

May 13, 2014 by JG-Admin Leave a Comment

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Question Category: Safety Concerns Question: Hi Julie, I am going to be moving my quarter horse mare (4 yr old) from a stall barn to a 3 acre pasture with 2 other mares who are 3 and 5. I was wondering if I should be thinking about how to introduce her to the other 2 horses or should I let them work it out? Also, she has been fed 2x per day on a dry grass/alfalfa mix … [Read more...]

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