The term “grain” for horses has evolved, now broadly identifying any supplemental feed, not just traditional oats, wheat, barley, or corn. This ambiguity means careful product selection is crucial. Options like performance feeds, complete feeds, and ration balancers can be confusing, but the core purpose of “grain” remains to supply extra energy or calories.
Consider supplementing a performance feed if your horse’s activity level and metabolic demands exceed their current diet, or if they need more fuel to maximize performance.
Avoid “graining” if:
- Your horse is overweight.
- Your horse has a maintenance lifestyle.
- Your horse is exercise intolerant or has dietary limitations from genetic/metabolic conditions. (Seek professional advice in these cases.)
When selecting any supplemental feed, whether it’s a performance feed, complete feed, or ration balancer, always adhere to the feeding directions and understand the recommended feeding rate. This ensures you choose the correct product to meet your horse’s specific needs.The new Stable MAX Performance from Elk Grove Milling, Inc. offers comprehensive gut health support, organic minerals, and is high-fat. This unique premium performance feed contains fuel sources for both anaerobic and aerobic activity, fueling your equine athlete to perform to the best of their ability.
