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Tips for Hard Keepers

Posted by Jyme Nichols, PhD on Aug 9th 2019

Tips for Hard Keepers

Here are a few general recommendations for hard keepers. These may sound simple but can have a profound impact on how the horse utilizes nutrition.Have teeth evaluated by a reputable equine dental …

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Hay Quality Determined by Time of Harvest

Posted by Jyme Nichols, Ph.D. on Feb 19th 2019

Hay Quality Determined by Time of Harvest

Harvest time of hay is one of the most influential factors that determine the quality of hay. As grasses and legumes continue to grow and mature the amount of valuable nutrients such as protein and …

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Estimating Body Weight of Your Horse

Posted by Jyme Nichols, PhD on Sep 24th 2018

Estimating Body Weight of Your Horse

Knowing the body weight of a horse is an essential element for many management decisions. Most horse owners and veterinarians underestimate body weight of a horse when using only visual assessment. …

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Organic Mineral Benefits

Posted by Bluebonnet Staff on May 30th 2018

Organic Mineral Benefits

Organic MineralsThe use of organic minerals is becoming more and more popular in the horse feed industry, and there are many different types of minerals that fall under the “organic mineral” term. H …

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