Understanding the difference between “as fed” and “dry matter” helps explain why pasture, hay and haylage can’t be compared by weight alone. It’s also the reason nutritionists evaluate feeds on a dry matter basis when assessing whether a horse’s diet is meeting its nutrient requirements. What Does “As Fed” Mean? “As fed” simply means the […]
3 Nutrients That Often Fall Short When Pasture Quality Declines Winter has arrived across the Southern Hemisphere, and for many horse owners the focus shifts to keeping weight on, managing rugs, and making sure hay supplies are adequate. But beneath these visible seasonal changes, something else is happening. As pasture growth slows and nutritional quality […]
The 3 Nutrients Most Commonly Missed in Hot Weather Summer brings longer days, harder ground, more riding, more sweating, and often less reliable pasture. Yet despite these seasonal changes, many horse owners continue feeding the same diet they fed months ago. The result? Nutritional gaps can quietly develop, affecting hydration, performance, recovery, and overall wellbeing […]
Forage isn’t just an optional extra in your horse’s diet—it is the foundation. At FeedXL, the number one reason a diet fails to meet a horse’s nutritional needs is a lack of sufficient forage. Time and time again, when we analyse diets that are causing issues—whether it’s poor condition, behavioural problems, or digestive upset—the root […]
What your horse’s “energy” really means—and why it matters When horse owners say “my horse has too much energy,” they’re usually talking about behaviour—extra fizz, spookiness, or feeling like they’re about to explode. But in nutrition, energy means something very different. In feeding terms, energy is about calories. Specifically, Digestible Energy (DE) – the amount […]
Is Your Horse Getting What They Need? With the change of season, now is the perfect time to check that your horse’s diet is covering all the essentials. With changes in pasture quality—both in volume and nutritional value—it’s more important than ever to ensure your horse is getting everything they need to stay healthy and […]
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Gut health, manure, and your horse Gut health is a critical component of overall health and well-being in horses. However, it can be notoriously difficult to monitor, as there’s no easy way to measure it directly. Fortunately, one of the best indicators of your horse’s digestive health is something that’s always available – their manure. […]
Analysing Joint Supplements When it comes to your horse’s joint health, you may turn to supplements to provide essential nutrients that support mobility, flexibility, and overall joint function. But how do you know if your horse’s joint supplement is doing all that it can? FeedXL allows you to analyse the nutrient content of your horse’s […]
Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is a major equine health problem worldwide. Some studies have reported an incidence of ulcers in performance horses in excess of 90% of horses training. A more recent study conducted in Western Australia found 53% of horses had ulcers.
