Krishona Martinson, PhD*; and Carey Williams, PhD
Equine athletes, or performances horses, are a unique group of horses who require a more nutrient-dense diet than their idle or maintenance
counterparts.
Therefore, equine practitioners often need to advise performance horse owners and managers on the selection of forages, whether as pasture, hay, or other alternatives.
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