Food
The amount and kind of feed a horse needs depends upon the size, condition,
and the size of the horse. For a pastured horse, the grass he nibbles may
provide sufficient food. But most horses , especially working horses, need
supplementary feed for energy.
Feed consists of hay supplemented by grain rations. Hay is a substitute
for grass. Grain is a concentrated food and is given in small amounts several
times a day. Many horse men follow the routine of small, but frequent feedings
in this sequence: Hay, grain and water. Water is also an important
part of a horse's diet, but grain swells when it is wet. So, the water
should be given first. Here are some of the foods from the horse's basic
diet:
Flaked Corn: Flaked
corn is for energy, and to help put on weight.
Pony Nuts: Pony
Nuts are for balanced nutrition.
Bran: Bran
is a good source of fiber.
Chaff: Chaff
is chopped straw with molasses for fiber.
Dried Sugar Beet:
Dried
sugar beet is for fiber that must be soaked.
Salt Block: Salt
Blocks are for minerals
Flaked Barley:
You
should feed a horse Flaked Barley for energy.
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