ASKHQ: IRON LEVEL IN HORSE FOOD

Q: Why are people worried about the iron level in horse food? A: Concerns about the iron level in horse feeds stem from the potential adverse effects of excessive iron on horse health. Here are the main reasons why people are worried: Iron overload Horses require only a small amount of iron for healthy blood…

BylizzieJanuary 18, 20250Comments

ADMINISTERING MEDICATION

When your vet gives medication to put in your horse’s feed, they are hoping that you will do the following: Mix it thoroughly with a feed that your horse enjoys; Ensure your horse eats the entire dose in one sitting with little to no waste Continue to monitor how well your horse eats…

BylizzieOctober 21, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: SHOULD I DROP THE FOOD?

Q: Should I drop my horse's food to a lower level? He is doing much less work at the moment but I'm nervous to make any changes. A: One key rule of f eeding horses is to ‘ feed for work done ’ . This essentially means that when your horse is given time off or…

BylizzieJune 11, 20200Comments

Ask HQ Horse Channel Horse Health Know How

ASKHQ: SIZING FOALS

Q: How can I tell how big my foal will be when he is an adult? Asked by Tamryn Moolman A: In essence you can't. There are a variety of methods that certain people swear by, but unfortunately none of these is entirely reliable. The reason that none of these formulas can be relied upon is because…

BylizzieOctober 30, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: VETERANS

Q: I have a 19-year-old horse who I still ride daily, and occasionally compete. He is sound and in good condition, but I want to ensure that remains the case. What can I do to make sure he has everything he needs to support him as an older horse? A: If your horse is not showing…

BylizzieJuly 30, 20190Comments

ASKHQ: IRON LEVEL IN HORSE FOOD

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ASKHQ: SHOULD I DROP THE FOOD?

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