Nutrition November

The whys behind what we feed and how it benefits the horses and a fat bull.

Why We Feed Our Horses and That Well-Fed Dairy Bull

So, why do we make those feeding choices? Let’s break it down with a sprinkle of humor!

• Horses are Divas: Ever tried to reason with a horse about its diet? Good luck! They’ll look at you like you just suggested kale for dessert. Our feeding choices are all about keeping the equine divas happy and away from the “grass is greener” syndrome.

• Bulls Need to Bulk Up: You think gym memberships are expensive? Try feeding a bull that wants to bulk up for the next “Bovine Bodybuilding Championship.” Try saying that 5x fast. Our feeding choices ensure he’s not just well-fed, but also the envy of all the other bulls at the pasture.

• Less Hay, More Play: A well-fed horse is a happy horse, which means fewer dramatic gallops around the field. We feed them right so they can save their energy for important things, like prancing and posing for Instagram.

• Grass is Not Always Greener: Our feeding choices help prevent the age-old dilemma of “Should I eat that mysterious patch of grass?” Spoiler alert: it’s never a good idea. We keep our horses on a balanced diet to avoid any “grass-related incidents.”

• Happy Horses, Happy Humans: Let’s face it—if the horses are happy, we’re happy. And if the bull is looking like a beefcake, we’re all winners! Who doesn’t want to brag about their well-fed livestock?

In conclusion, our feeding choices are not just about nutrition; they’re about keeping the best-fed/looking horses and ensuring that our horses and bull live their best lives—preferably without any dramatic food-related meltdowns!

Let's get down to the science of why we feed what we feed and why we choose Tribute!

Galloping Through the Horse Menu

When it comes to picking out grub for your noble steed, it's either "stick with what you know" or "what's trending in the horse world today?" As you saddle up on your equestrian adventure, prepare for a buffet of choices that'll make your head spin faster than a lariat. Here's what to chew on:

Gourmet Horse Delicacies

• Grains: The energy bars of the horse world—oats and corn are like the candy aisle, but remember, moderation is key unless you want a hyper horse doing the cha-cha, unless that is the goal.

• Hay: The bread and butter of a horse's diet, hay is the fiber-filled salad that keeps everything trotting along smoothly. Mixed in with foliage, these make the best partners.

• Pelleted Feed: Think of these as the TV dinners of the horse world, conveniently packed with all the necessary nutrients so your horse doesn't start raiding the fridge.

• Supplements: The multivitamins for your four-legged friend, because sometimes even horses need a little extra pep in their step.

Deciding Factors for the Menu

• Horse's Age: Young colts and fillies might need a different menu than the senior citizens of the horse world.

• Activity Level: If your horse is training for the Olympics, they might need more than just a salad.

• Health Conditions: Special dietary needs for horses with quirks—because even horses can be divas.

• Personal Experience: Your past horse escapades can steer your food choices—unless you’re still feeding them dog food by mistake.

Getting the Scoop

Chatting with a vet or an equine nutritionist is like consulting a top chef—they'll whip up a diet plan fit for a king (or a horse). Plus, swapping tales with other horse owners can give you the inside scoop on what works and what doesn’t, like avoiding that time someone fed their horse Twinkies.

Before diving into this next bit, let me clarify: we’re not in cahoots with Tribute, nor are they slipping us any sponsorship dough. Their chow is just that darn tasty.

Every horse that trots into our stable gets a bespoke dining experience, tailored to their workout routine, age, health quirks, hoof needs, body condition, and a whole smorgasbord of other factors. Lucky for us, we’ve got a nutrition dream team to handle these gourmet decisions. Tribute food? We’re head over hooves for it and the nutritional perks it packs. Tribute rolls out feeding plans to ensure every horse gets the crème de la crème of diets. The cherry on top with Tribute food is that every bag is like a multi-vitamin party, loaded with minerals and supplements for top-notch hoof health. Wave goodbye to the days of playing mad scientist with creatine, biotin, copper, or magnesium levels.

Each scoop is like a horsey version of a gourmet lunchbox, but on Sundays, we throw in a little extra pizzazz. Enter Sloppy Sundays, the barn’s weekly gossip highlight. Wheat Bran or Wheat Mill Run is my secret cowboy concoction, but just this once, I’ll spill the beans.

Bran: the fancy outer coat of grains like wheat or corn

Bran Mash: a sloshy TREAT made by mixing regular grain with bran

Treat: horses strut their stuff in circles during Sunday morning’s “Sloppy Sunday” fiesta

Digestion: a once-a-week delight that helps line the digestive highway and steer clear of the dreaded “C” word.

Keep this little ace in the hole under wraps, but if you’re curious, I’ll show you the ropes.

Wholesome Blend Senior

Wheat Mill Run