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Podcast: The Equine Connection Podcast
Episode: Case Study: Growing Horses
Description: In this episode, Dr. Nicole Rambo and equine specialist Heather focus on a case study involving a quarter horse yearling displaying symptoms of undernutrition, despite having adequate calorie intake. The client noticed the horse had a potbelly, slow growth, poor muscling, and joint swelling. The discussion emphasizes the importance of not just meeting calorie requirements but also ensuring proper nutritional intake by feeding the recommended quantities of commercial concentrates. They explore the role of forage, specifically Bermuda hay, and its protein deficiencies. Heather recommends switching to Essential K to meet the horse’s nutritional needs and offers further tips on...