With so many feeds to choose from and lots of equine nutrition issues to think about, such as laminitis and gastric ulcers, choosing the right feed for your horse can seem a little daunting at times. The Dengie nutrition team is highly qualified and experienced horse owners who are here to help you!
We have put together the Dengie Nutrition Advice & Training Hub to provide information and guidance on a wide range of nutrition-related topics.
Keeping a close eye on your horse’s bodyweight and body condition is the best way to gauge the effectiveness of a feeding program. Click here to learn how to measure and record your horse's weight, plus find out how Laminitis and EMS are associated with obesity.
The equine digestive system is incredibly complex, and any imbalances or disruptions in their gut can lead to a variety of health issues, from colic to gastric ulcers. Click here to learn how the digestive system works and what health issues can occur.
Nutrition is thought to have an impact on fertility and reproductive performance. Getting the diet right for your stallion, broodmare or youngster may help to avoid some of the potential pitfalls that can occur.
When it comes to managing certain health problems in the horse, nutrition can play a key role. In many cases, supporting the function of the horse’s digestive system by feeding plenty of forage and keeping intakes of sugar and starch to a minimum is a good place to start.
Dengie’s range of feeds are not just for horses. The great protein and calcium levels found in alfalfa make them ideal for dairy animals and it is widely used for camelids and for herbivorous zoo animals too. Click here to learn more.
There are lots of different factors to take into account when choosing your horse's feed. Click here to learn about the fundamentals of equine nutrition as well as the practical elements to consider when putting together a feeding plan.
If you’re looking for advice on the best feed, speak to one of our highly experienced nutritionists on our feedline, or for a more in-depth plan, fill out our Feed Advice Form
Learn more about equine nutrition and feeding plus earn AMTRA Suitably Qualified Person (SQP) points at the same time. We suggest starting with the Elementary levels before moving onto try the Advanced levels.
