89 | Unicorn Becomes Donkey

Stress affects behavior which affects attitude, physical appearance, and wellbeing. This episode connects the dots between nutrition, behavior, and stress to help your horse achieve unicorn status.

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Show Notes:

· Help University of Kentucky researchers by completing this survey on trailering horses: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bK5B8c5CJIgwqAC

· Hay bags and slow feeders – testing their impact on horse behavior and welfare: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.applanim.2017.09.019

· Stranger danger? An investigation into the influence of human-horse bond on stress and behaviour: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applanim.2018.05.034

· Changes in cecal environment and forage intake of horses fed increasing amounts of starch: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science 76 (2017) p.70.

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Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more information on these brands or a free virtual nutrition consult from our team just visit bluebonnetfeeds.com/nutrition-consult