Equine Nutrition: Feeding for Optimal Health

Inscape Quest Podcast with Trudi Howley

Join host Trudi Howley on this episode of Inscape Quest as she engages in an enlightening conversation with renowned equine veterinarian and writer, Dr. Nancy Loving. With a career spanning from her graduation from Colorado State University Veterinary School in 1985, Dr. Loving has continuously emphasized the importance of a team effort with clients and educated decision-making regarding horses' health.

In this episode, Dr. Loving shares her vast knowledge on equine management and healthcare, focusing particularly on the feeding of high-starch and high-sugar grains. She delves into the evolutionary aspects of the horse digestive system, the implications of modern feeding practices, and the critical importance of maintaining a healthy microbiome.

Listeners will gain insights into how diet affects horses' behavior, performance, and overall health, as well as practical advice on managing equine nutrition. From understanding the dangers of overfeeding grains to exploring the benefits of high-fiber diets and the role of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, this episode is packed with valuable information for horse owners and carers.

Tune in to learn more about how to keep your equine friends healthy and happy through informed feeding practices, and discover why avoiding obesity and understanding the microbiome are key to preventing issues like laminitis and colic.

Dr. Loving has served as an FEI sanctioned veterinarian and has served as team veterinarian for USEF National Endurance Squad. She is also actively involved in NATRC competitions.

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