3 Ways to Think About Your Horse's Energy Level
Would you like more energy? Less energy? Dull. Excitable. Skinny. Fat. Weak. Strong. Fit. Explosive. These are all terms and phrases that...
MONDAY MORNING FEED TIME BLOG
A byproduct of rambling thoughts as I feed and pick pens early Monday mornings.
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Sep 13
- 2 min
How Much Do You Know About Equine Nutrition?
Take the On Course Equine Nutrition Quiz to find out! CLICK HERE. Have you ever had a riding instructor that repeats the same thing over...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Sep 7
- 7 min
Equine Fecal Transfaunation: The Potential Power of Shared Poop Between Planets
What is equine fecal transfaunation? Is it what I think it is? Why would I consider it for my horse? Is it safe and affordable? And most,...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Aug 29
- 3 min
The Bulldog Must Be Leashed
I'm headed to the American Eventing Championships today! Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana, just three hours away, is hosting which is...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Jun 8
- 6 min
What High Fertilizer Prices Mean for Horse Owners
Higher carb hays, skinnier horses, poor top lines and less feed efficiency. I know this isn't what you want to hear in the middle of an...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- May 23
- 5 min
Roadtrip Edition: Can I Stop Thinking About Horses for 2 Seconds!
Carrot for Reading: A list of recommended podcast episodes that apply what researchers are learning about human metabolism, gut...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- May 9
- 4 min
Your Public Riding Spaces Are Not Guaranteed!
Here's a familiar story of the American West. First, horse and cattle trails become popular outdoor recreation areas. State, county, and...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- May 2
- 2 min
Sometimes Nutrition Works. Sometimes it Doesn't.
Last week was a roller coaster week for OCEN, LLC. I celebrated a big victory with one client and mourned the loss of a horse with...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Mar 28
- 5 min
7 Ways to Improve Nutrition with The Equestrian App
I found it! The best app for improving equine health and nutrition that I will now be using and recommending! Whether we are problem...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Mar 24
- 9 min
Beautiful But Misunderstood: The story of byproducts and their value
I've been sitting on this topic for a while, but with the recent increase in feed prices, I thought now would be an appropriate time to...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Mar 15
- 2 min
Cats, Chihuahuas, and Coffee Cans
*How does a barn cat help facilitate better feeding? As I scanned the lounge room at Rockmeadow's Equestrian Center, looking for a vessel...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Mar 7
- 5 min
3 Arguments for Automated Hay Feeders
*At first glance, the automated hay flake feeders may appear difficult and expensive, but after digging into these further, I'm convinced...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Feb 28
- 6 min
The Perfect Oil for Horses- Fat Chance!
Does the perfect fat source exist? It can be difficult to choose the perfect fat/oil source, because there are seemingly infinite...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Feb 16
- 3 min
Black and Blue Horse Love
Tears come with horses! They are familiar whether or not you compete and own 1 horse or 10. Those tears are DUE to our love, but...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Jan 31
- 7 min
Why Such Hefty Hay Prices?
Yes, the current state of the horse hay industry is scary and stressful, but we should have seen this coming. Hefty hay prices WILL BE...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Jan 24
- 7 min
Calming Supplement Categories (Me taking a very deep breath...)
Horses feeling a little "barn fever"? Everywhere I look there are horses in rehab, stall rest, and confinement due to extreme weather....
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Jan 17
- 3 min
8 Winter Distraction Ideas When You Can't Ride?
I've reached the "fourth stage" of Winter Grief- depression. After denial (continuing to ride despite the cold), anger (my trailer being...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Jan 3
- 6 min
Equine Economics: What does it cost to feed horses these days?
Are you spending a "normal" amount of money on your horse's diet? Find out what I spent on horse hay, feed and supplements last year and...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Dec 21, 2021
- 2 min
Holiday Cheer from Feed Room Fashion Show
*The submissions for OCEN's Feed Room Fashion Show are rolling in. Yes, this is a ridiculous but entertaining competition, because we...
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On Course Equine Nutrition
- Dec 13, 2021
- 5 min
3 Nutrients for Horses That Are Extra Important in Winter
*Learn how to better mimic fresh pasture grass when horses have little access to it! Ensure that these three nutrients are adequately...
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