Factors affecting feed intake

Cuddeford, D.

doi:10.1016/b978-0-7020-3422-0.00003-1

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“…As rate of intake depends in part on the density and ease of comminution of the feed (Bonin et al . ; Cuddeford ) horses take longer to chew roughage and therefore the DM of the swallowed bolus is much lower (~11–15% DM) than when, for example, a pelleted complementary feed is fed (~35% DM). The chewing cycle is complex (Bonin et al .…”

Section: Basic Principles Of Gastrointestinal Physiology As It Influementioning

confidence: 99%

“…). Grass intake by horses, however, is generally reported as being lower (although this can vary according to the individual) at ~2–2.5% bwt/day on a DM basis (Cuddeford ; Chavez et al . ).…”

Section: Foragementioning

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“…The dry matter (DM) content of any swallowed bolus depends on the physical composition of the feed and in particular the time taken for adequate mastication (Meyer et al 1985(Meyer et al , 1986. As rate of intake depends in part on the density and ease of comminution of the feed (Bonin et al 2007;Cuddeford 2013) horses take longer to chew roughage and therefore the DM of the swallowed bolus is much lower (~11-15% DM) than when, for example, a pelleted complementary feed is fed (~35% DM). The chewing cycle is complex (Bonin et al 2007) and helps not only to reduce particle size, thereby supporting optimal digestion, but also to release soluble nutrient components that can then be digested precaecally (Merritt and Julliand 2013).…”

Section: Mouthmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Grass intake of ponies can approach 5% bwt (as DM) when they have 24 h/day access, with up to 1% bwt consumed within 3 h of turnout (Longland et al 2011a, Longland et al 2015. Grass intake by horses, however, is generally reported as being lower (although this can vary according to the individual) at~2-2.5% bwt/day on a DM basis (Cuddeford 2013;Chavez et al 2014). Intake from pasture can perhaps be ignored in horses if only minimal turnout time is provided (i.e.…”

Section: How Much Is Enough?mentioning

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“…chaff (e.g. alfalfa, dried grass and/or straw) can be beneficial to slow down the rate of eating (Ellis et al 2005;Harris et al 2005a,b;Cuddeford 2013) and to stimulate saliva production, in C.D. 's experience in fussy feeders the removal of chaff from the complementary feed may improve voluntary food intake.…”

Section: How Much Is Enough?mentioning

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Summary As a herd‐living, nonruminant, hindgut fermenting, primarily grazing herbivore the horse has evolved with a specialised gastrointestinal tract capable of utilising a wide range of plant species, which are hydrolysed and/or fermented to yield energy and nutrients for bodily processes. Domestication has resulted in the horse often being fed and managed to suit human requirements rather than their own, which can lead to digestive, behavioural and clinical issues. Appropriate nutrition not only reduces the risk of a nutritional component being a limiting factor to performance, but it also supports the maintenance of health and appropriate behaviour. A basic understanding of the digestive processes therefore can be very valuable when deciding how to feed horses optimally for both health and activity. This article provides a general overview of the gastrointestinal tract from a nutritional perspective and points out a few key practical areas where knowledge of feeding practices can be helpful for veterinarians.

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Section: Foragementioning

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Section: Mouthmentioning

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Nutritional considerations for the management of equine pituitarypars intermediadysfunction

Galinelli

Bailey

Bamford

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Summary Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) is a common endocrine disorder affecting equids. To help achieve and maintain healthy body condition, whilst reducing the risk of dietary associated laminitis, appropriate nutritional management is key. This review proposes a stepwise approach to building an individual nutritional plan for equines with PPID. Starting with considerations relating to current and desired body condition and muscle mass, it highlights the importance of providing appropriate amounts and forms of energy, carbohydrate and protein, with further practical considerations regarding the feeding of animals that are often aged and may have particular clinical sequelae to PPID. The next important step is to determine the degree of insulin dysregulation (ID), as this is a major factor associated with an increased risk of laminitis. Animals with ID should be fed low non‐structural carbohydrate (NSC) providing feeds/feedstuffs as well as fresh or preserved forage with NSC content <10‐12% on a DM basis. Finally, adjustments need to be made according to life stage and activity level.

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Factors affecting feed intake

Cited by 4 publications

References 81 publications

Nutritional tips for veterinarians

Nutritional tips for veterinarians

Nutrition for the equine athlete

Nutritional considerations for the management of equine pituitarypars intermediadysfunction

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