Introduction to Horse Nutrition

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 nutrient requirements (using the latest National Research Council data).
• Information on nutraceuticals and the nutritional management of health-related problems, such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Laminitis and PPID (Cushing’s syndrome).