Description
This book is an introduction to horse nutrition and covers the basics of what a horse needs to be healthy. It is written in a student-friendly format and includes helpful tables and images. It covers the latest National Research Council data on what a horse needs to be healthy and includes information on nutraceuticals and the nutritional management of health-related problems.
If you are studying horse nutrition at an introductory level, then this is the ideal book for you. It covers the current syllabuses set out by equine science and management courses, and is particularly suitable for those who lack background knowledge in science. Nutrition has long been recognised as a vital part of horse care. It is important for optimal horse health, reproduction, sustained performance and general well being. This book is invaluable for horse owners, trainers and breeders. Features:
- Student friendly, with key summary points at the end of each chapter and lots of helpful tables and images.
- Covers the fundamentals of horse nutrition including daily nutrientrequirements (using the latest National Research Council data).
- Information on nutraceuticalsand the nutritional management of health-related problems, such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Laminitis and PPID (Cushing's syndrome).
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