Feeding the horses

Horses are creatures of great and stylish appearance whose body needs proper nourishment to support the breadth of its volume. For its apparent size , are special animals that require specific dietary care , especially if your horse is part of the equestrian world and competition.The eating habits of these animals are based on age, health and physical demands . The real secret of his power revolves around the structure, set on two stomachs that administer food entirely independently . Thus, the digestion of food portions is done , being responsible for digesting stomach grains while the small intestine nutrient melts through a bacteria .Eat to be happyThe order in which they are supplied foods is essential if your habits are healthy . It is important to keep a balanced diet because being overweight can greatly affect your health , attacking his agility. Horses are primarily independent animals who enjoy speed, something that largely depends on your mood .Other characters of his personality , like his temperament , can cause a change in nutrition. There are species that are surging to its owner at lunchtime . In this sense , it is best to deal with them patiently to become accustomed . For this it is best to follow based on carbohydrates, fiber and fats , minerals and protein diet.

Forage dietHay and straw are the staple food but it all depends on the type of herbal composition, the amount of fertilizer and time of collection . The late harvest forage has less minerals and proteins ; know their characteristics is essential to know the additional nutrients that we bring to horse feed .- Hay : takes a lot of nutrients. It can usually contain poisonous plants that horses can not tell , but they are not dangerous because these substances eventually disappear without harming the animal. You can eat all you want and if given moist , digests better.- Grass : provides lots of minerals ; in fact , they can survive only with her for a long time . However, physically belly fat , so it is not recommended for horses competing . They themselves will select the plant species they like .Special menus :According to the Cattlemen's Association PRE Horse Community of Madrid ( Agama ) , we must take into account the characteristics of our animal and know well their customs and daily activities to adapt their diet to this specific lifestyle . Should maintain a constant diet, varied diet but with some control of the amount , as these animals for their body structure, could be continuously eating.Feed him following certain routines to maintain stability and acquire a permanent nutritional habits, without abrupt or sudden changes. Water is very important : Reassuring a trough with clean water because it is an essential for digestion and 60 % of its weight element . Try to avoid hard work , especially after his culinary moment .Providing a horse determined by weighing . Thus, the consumption will be 2% of the latter , ie , about 2 k . per 100 k . bodyweight. Convenient for an animal to perform an intense ration would be 25 % grass and hay and 75% grain while working for a medium would be 50 % and 50%. The food or basic maintenance of between 100% and 70% forage and between 0% and 30% of concentrate feed .

Sweet prizes:As nutritional supplements to cover gaps , we suggest foods or supplements that act against deficiencies for fur, skin and hooves.- Carrots : bring mainly beta carotene and are a good addition to the diet , although it should be washed to remove sand as the remains in the horse's stomach can cause colic . Boiled barley is also excellent, especially in winter.- Cod Liver Oil : highly recommended for animals that do not have at their disposal vegetation outdoors.- Linseed oil : helps in digestion and gives shine to hair .- Boiled Linseed : combined with other foods is a major protein intake .The special treats like cookies carrot for horse are provided with a perfect combination of deficiency and nutrients , especially those intended to run in races. Other products like sugar cubes , stimulate the animal in your relationship with yourself , with others and especially with you, because they will not easily forget who sweetens her life.
 culinary .Providing a horse determined by weighing . Thus, the consumption will be 2% of the latter , ie , about 2 k . per 100 k . bodyweight. Convenient for an animal to perform an intense ration would be 25 % grass and hay and 75% grain while working for a medium would be 50 % and 50%. The food or basic maintenance of between 100% and 70% forage and between 0% and 30% of concentrate feed .