You hear about fiber week in and week out, when chatting about what to feed your horse. The quality of that fiber has a major influence on your horse's health, well-being, and performance. Thus, in this week's podcast, we chat about fiber, its importance to your horse and then jump right into fiber quality. We also warn owners about low quality fiber! Cheaper feeds may contain poor quality fiber, which can have impacts on your horse's digestive system and performance. This is another important topic for any horse owner.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

The feeding of non-structural carbohydrates (NSC) is certainly a hot topic in horse circles around the globe. The days of feeding straight oats, crimped corn or sticky sweet feeds should be far behind us. We now know, through solid research, that diets high in NSC can lead to a whole host of health disorders in horses. Thus, in this week's podcast, we specifically highlight which horses need low NSC diets, and which horses might need a bit more support to reach their energetic needs. A must listen to episode for all horse owners.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

The saying of "no hoof, no horse" still holds true today than it did in days past. When it comes to hoof care, one of the ailments that can strike any horse is White Line Disease. This can be a serious issue that, in some extreme instances, can potentially result in euthanasia of the horse. However, there are steps you can take to help limit or prevent White Line Disease, which is the focus of this week's podcast. From your farrier to your horse's diet, with precautions and maintenance, you can help your horses overcome this hoof disease.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

We are revisiting the topic of nonstructural carbohydrates (NSC). For all horses, carbohydrates are critical to overall health, as well as performance. When it comes to sugars and starches, or the nonstructural form of carbohydrates, it can become tricky. For horses that have metabolic issues, are overweight, or are sensitive to NSC in their diets, thankfully, there are many ways to help them meet their nutritional needs. This is the focus of this episode, as we discuss the basics of NSC and why horse owners need to stay informed about this important nutrient.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

As our advancements in equine nutrition continue at incredible speed, so, too, is our understanding of their exercise physiology. Some of the most interesting and promising research in horse showing is just how critical nutrition is to helping horses become better athletes. In this week's podcast, we discuss how muscle is built in horses. We then discuss what the research says about how protein and other key nutrients help build and maintain muscles in horses. Without a doubt, this is a very interesting topic for any horse enthusiast.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

Can feeding soy be harmful to mare reproduction? While soy is often thought by some to cause allergies in some horses (data says less than 5% of horse allergies are caused by soy), others wonder if soy can cause infertility in some mares. That is the question we answer in this week's podcast.  We discuss why soy might be a cause of infertility in horses and then dig into what scientific data that is out there to show whether or not soy can be harmful to fertility. An interesting topic with some interesting perspectives.   You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

Dental disease can be crippling to any horse. One such disease is EOTRH, or also known as Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis. This disease primarily affects older horses and can be difficult to manage. Thus, in this week's podcast we explain exactly what EOTRH is, which horses may be more susceptible to the disease and how it can impact your horse's welfare. We then discuss the treatments available and how best to manage your horses with EOTRH and ensure they are eating properly. This podcast also highlights why dental care is so important to your horses. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

Protein is one of the more discussed nutrients for horses. With that, there is a lot of misinformation and misunderstandings about protein and what it does for the horse. Thus, in this week's podcast, we tackle common myths about protein. Such as, is more protein better? Is protein a good source of energy for horses? Alternatively, can protein cause horses to be excitable/hot? We discuss these topics and more.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

It can be quite challenging to feed horses when they are grouped together. This can apply to a pair of horses up to a large herd. So, how can you do it and ensure all your horses are receiving all the nutrients they need? That is the topic of this week's podcast. We talk about how to manage their forage in group feeding situations. We then switch our focus on how to manage their horse feed intake in this dynamic. All in all, herd feeding comes down to monitoring your horses' behaviors and altering your strategies based on what works best for you. We also give some broad general feeding advice that applies to any horse.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

How we store our horse feed is actually more important than we often think. Not only can it cost us more when our horse's feed spoils or cannot be fed, it can also lead to a loss in nutrients and may lead to nutritional deficiencies. In this week's podcast, we tackle this topic and give you some tips and tricks. We chat about how best to store your forage. Then, we turn our attention to horse feeds, how to store them, how long they last and a few other specifics. All in all, feeding your horses is an obvious investment and proper feed storage helps protect your horses.  You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition