Basic feeding tips for Horse:
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- Horses graze by nature. Feed smaller amounts more often.
- Good quality hay or forage should form the basis for all feeding programs.
- Make no sudden feed changes. Alter the diet over a 7 to 10 day period, so the digestive system can adjust.
- Provide free choice access to salt (preferably trace-mineralized) at all times.
- Provide mineral supplementation.
- Provide free choice clean water at all times and in all seasons. Eating snow is not sufficient as a water source in winter.
- Assessment of body condition is an important indicator that the horse is getting enough nutrients. You should always feed your horse to maintain a body condition score from 4 to 5 (on the 9-point scale, with 1 being extremely thin and 9 being extremely fat). Adjust feed intake accordingly.
- Remember, horses are individuals and should be managed and fed as individuals. Segregation of horses may be necessary.

General guidelines for feeding hay and concentrate (normal, good quality hay)