Specialist articles – In-depth knowledge on horse feeding

In our specialist articles, the marstall experts take you into the world of horse feeding: discover practical articles on the right feed ration, health and management of your horse – including useful tips and tricks for everyday stable life.

Specialist articles

How to support your horse with PSSM 1, PSSM 2 or MFM

We explain the most important terms and give you useful tips
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Energy sources and structural nutrients in horse feed

Why, for whom, and how much?
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Professor Valberg's position

Current status regarding PSSM/MIM and MFM
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10 myths about the change of coat

What’s true – and what’s not?
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How can I determine the BCS of my horse?

The Body Condition Score (BCS) indicates the nutritional status and body condition of your horse. We at marstall show you which body regions are included in the assessment
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How can I protect my horse from poisonous plants?

Numerous plants grow in pastures and on terrain that can be life-threatening for horses – cases of poisoning increase in particular during hot, dry summers.
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Wet hay dripping into a bucket after soaking – a measure to reduce dust and sugar content in horse feed.

What do I need to consider when feeding soaked hay?

There are various good reasons why hay is soaked before feeding. But sugar, dust particles or energy aren’t the only things that “take a bath” in the water.
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How can I recognise liver problems in my horse?

The liver is your horse’s most important metabolic organ. We at marstall show you which liver problems can occur in horses and expose the culprits in the stable and on the pasture.
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How can I feed my horse with liver disease?

If your horse has liver problems, it needs gentle and well-considered feeding. We show you the basics and what you need to pay attention to in order to support your horse.
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Feed ration for liver problems, examples

Is your horse suffering from liver problems? Thanks to years of experience, our marstall team offers the right feed rations. We’ll show you what you need to look out for.
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