Drawing on the 2007 edition of the NRC Nutrient Requirements of Horses, this accessible text for those studying horse nutrition at an introductory level, especially students and horse owners lacking background knowledge in science, provides practical information on horse diet and nutrition and its effect on horse health and performance. The first part of the book covers the basic chemistry of nutrition, with chapters on the structure and function of the equine digestive system, food and biological molecules, and vitamins and minerals. Later chapters cover forage and feedstuffs, feed supplements and nutraceuticals, formulating a ration, feeding different types of horses, and diet related problems. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
If you are studying horse nutrition at an introductory level, then this is the ideal book for you. It covers the current syllabuses set out by equine science and management courses, and is particularly suitable for those who lack background knowledge in science.
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).
