Feeding the Injured Horse: Feeding Your Horse to Safely Support Recovery and Box Rest
Changes in our horses’ lifestyle (e.g., increased/decreased activity, sudden box rest) prompt metabolic and digestive adjustments that require nutritional adaptation. When a horse suffers an injury, veterinary treatment and rehabilitation often become the primary focus. However, nutrition is equally important, as tissue healing is an energy-dependent biological process that requires an adequate supply of nutrients. […]
