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Interpreting the Feed Tag Part 1 - Understanding Crude Protein, Fat, and Fiber
Posted by Dr. Amy Gill on Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 in: Nutrition Tips & Advice
The guaranteed analysis on a feed tag provides concentrations of specific nutrients. This is the information that should be used to correctly pair a concentrate with the type of forages being fed, to fully meet the horses nutrient requirements. Feed manufacturers are required to list...
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A,B,C,D,E,K - Vitamins and the Horse
Posted by Dr. Amy Gill on Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 in: Nutrition Tips & Advice
Vitamins
in the horse’s body serve as antioxidants and are necessary for several
metabolic processes, often acting as catalysts in biochemical
reactions. Unlike minerals, which are inorganic, vitamins are organic
compounds that can be classified as either water- or fat-soluble,
depending on how they are absorbed and stored within the body.
Water-soluble vs. Fat-soluble Vitamins:Water-soluble vitamins are dissolved easily...
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