Nutrient Requirements of Horses: Sixth Revised Edition

Nutrient Requirements of Horses, 6th Edition

This authoritative reference presents updated scientific information on the nutritional needs of horses and other equids. It explains how age, breed, activity, pregnancy, lactation, and environmental conditions influence dietary requirements. Covering feed composition, nutritional management, and metabolic diseases, it supports balanced feeding strategies that promote equine health and performance.

Key Features:

• Provides updated nutrient requirements for horses and other equids.
• Explains how age, breed, and physiological status affect nutritional needs.
• Covers dietary requirements for exercise, pregnancy, and lactation.
• Reviews scientific research on equine nutrition.
• Includes updated information on feed composition and feed additives.
• Examines the effects of temperature, humidity, and environmental conditions.
• Discusses nutritional and metabolic diseases in horses.
• Helps prevent nutrient deficiencies and excessive nutrient intake.
• Supports dietary planning for health, growth, and athletic performance.
• Serves as a reference for veterinarians, nutritionists, researchers, students, and horse owners.