November 2002

Take A Good Look At The Fat Fad

If we skip eating fat ourselves, why are so many people determined to pour it into their horses?

Most endurance horses are good candidates ûfor high-fat diets, but add it in gradually.

Many horse owners want to increase their horse’s fat intake, either by feeding high-fat feeds or adding oils and other fats. For some reason, some folks believe every horse can benefit from having grain replaced in part, or completely, by fat. However, what matters is:

• The type of fat you choose,

• What you do with your horse,…