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Podcast: The Equine Connection Podcast
Episode: Importance of Calcium/Phosphorus Ratios in Horses
Description: In this episode, the team discusses the critical role of calcium and phosphorus balance in the diets of young, growing horses, as well as pregnant mares. Highlighting the importance of maintaining a calcium to phosphorus ratio between 1:1 and 2:1, Dr. Rambo explains how this balance impacts bone development and the prevention of skeletal deformities. She emphasizes the need for hay analysis to properly assess and adjust the equine diet, considering the potential for nutritional imbalances that could lead to conditions like developmental orthopedic disorders (OCDs) and big head disease.
The conversation also covers the risks of overfeeding calcium...