David W. Ramey, Stephen E. Duren Horses are especially sensitive to change of feed as well as poor-quality feed and pasture, which is why this book is must reading for anyone who looks after a horse. Topics covered include feeding for growth, maintenance, exercise, and during pregnancy and lactation. An outstanding and informative book that all horse owners should have. Sample diets are given, as well as suggested levels of protein, minerals, and vitamins, which can be modified to suit various feeding situations. Sarah Pilliner Helps horse owners, riders, and trainers design simple and effective rations for all types of horses and ponies, from riding school cobs to three-day event horses.
Early chapters cover the digestive system, nutrients, supplements, and worming.
Later chapters show what and how much to feed individual horses and ponies including Mountain and Moorland breeds, fat horses, fussy feeders, working horses, and sick horses. Suitable for students preparing for BHS and NVQ examinations. More than 150 drugs receive individual discussion. All horsemen who are interested in equine nutrition beyond the basics of grain, hay and water.