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angelarab
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 Posted - 15 Feb 2009 : 8:47:41 PM
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 Doing a few horse feed exams for fun! Real stuck on the recommended calcium phosphorus ratio for an older horse, think usual would be 2-1....?
few more questions might pop up if anyone is keen LOL
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Malak
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Panama
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Posted - 16 Feb 2009 : 05:21:17 AM
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Hi, the requirements are normally the same for an older horse, the daily requirements is about 30 grams of calcium, 20 grams of phosphorus for a mature horse in light work, for maintenance 20 gr calcium 15 grams phosphorus.
This is taken from the merc vet manual
Aged horses (>20 yr old) may require more phosphorus than is required for adult maintenance (0.3-0.4% of total ration). Excess calcium intake (>1.0% of total ration) should be avoided in aged horses, especially if renal function is reduced.
Im currently doing a BSc equine behaviour, rehab and welfare, and glad to help if I can.
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angelarab
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Badgworth
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Posted - 19 Feb 2009 : 11:01:35 PM
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| Hi Malak - can you confirm the value of magnesium (epsom salts) and influence on a mares hormone cycle and ultimately behaviour - Marina |
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