19. Does My Horse Need Grain?

19. Does My Horse Need Grain?

Join PhD equine nutritionist Dr. Nerida as she tackles one of horse owners' most pressing questions: does my horse actually need grain? This comprehensive equine nutrition episode breaks down the science behind horse grain feeding, revealing why most horses don't need grain at all - and the specific cases where they do.


What You'll Learn:

  • The ONLY reason to feed grain to horses (it's simpler than you think)
  • Which horses should NEVER have grain (insulin dysregulation, PPID, metabolic syndrome)
  • How grain feeding can cause laminitis, colic, behavioral issues, and gut dysbiosis
  • The "Absolutely Not, No, Maybe, Yes" framework for determining if YOUR horse needs grain
  • Safe grain feeding amounts: maximum limits to prevent hindgut damage
  • Why cooked grains are essential (except for oats) and which processing methods work best
  • Real-world examples from racehorses, yearlings and broodmares


Key Takeaways: Dr. Nerida reveals her ideal maximum of just 0.5kg grain per 100kg body weight (that's only 2.5kg for a 500kg horse!) and explains why performance actually improves when grain is reduced, not increased. She also busts the myth that overweight, lazy horses need more grain - often it's exactly the opposite.

Perfect for horse owners who want evidence-based nutrition advice without the confusion. Whether you're dealing with a good doer, a hard keeper, or a performance horse, this episode gives you the tools to make informed feeding decisions.


Discover and download the MyHappy.Horse app: https://www.myhappy.horse

And ask your nutrition questions 24/7 with Dr Nerida AI: https://www.myhappy.horse/nerida-ai

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review! It really helps us to get grounded, science-based information to horse owners… and it is their horses who benefit the most! ❤️

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16. Horse Nutrition Q&A: Winter Feeding, Pastures Problems & Weight Management

16. Horse Nutrition Q&A: Winter Feeding, Pastures Problems & Weight Management

Dr. Nerida and Orla are back! And in this Q&A, they dive into some of the trickiest horse nutrition topics—because let’s face it, feeding horses isn’t always straightforward.Tune in as they explore:Ca...

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15. All about laminitis - keeping your horse safe

15. All about laminitis - keeping your horse safe

If you own a laminitis-prone horse or pony you know well the anxiety this condition creates for us as horse owners! In this essential episode, Dr. Nerida explains why a change in season creates the 'p...

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14. Do Joint Supplements for Horses Even Work? Part 2

14. Do Joint Supplements for Horses Even Work? Part 2

In this evidence-first episode, Prof. Brian Nielsen (Michigan State University) and graduate researcher Renee Harbowy join me to unpack what we really know—and don’t—about glucosamine, chondroitin and...

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13. Do Joint Supplements for Horses Even Work? Part 1

13. Do Joint Supplements for Horses Even Work? Part 1

In this evidence-first episode, Prof. Brian Nielsen (Michigan State University) and graduate researcher Renee Harbowy join me to unpack what we really know—and don’t—about glucosamine, chondroitin and...

11 Elo 202558min

12. Horse Nutrition Q&A: Ulcers, Soy, Nitrates & More with Nerida and Orla

12. Horse Nutrition Q&A: Ulcers, Soy, Nitrates & More with Nerida and Orla

Join Dr. Nerida McGilchrist and long-time  friend and fellow horse industry veteran Orla for a lively and insightful Q&A. With decades of combined experience—ranging from pasture sampling to product d...

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11. How to Measure Hindgut Health in Horses

11. How to Measure Hindgut Health in Horses

How can you tell if your horse’s hindgut is healthy—or heading for trouble? In this episode, Dr Nerida explains three practical and science-backed ways to assess hindgut health: manure scoring, faecal...

29 Heinä 202525min

10. Four Rules for a Healthy Hindgut in Horses

10. Four Rules for a Healthy Hindgut in Horses

Your horse’s hindgut microbes are the key to their health, happiness, and performance. In this episode, you’ll learn the 4 essential feeding rules that support a healthy hindgut—and why those rules ma...

22 Heinä 202550min

9. Your horse’s hindgut microbes and their impact on... everything!

9. Your horse’s hindgut microbes and their impact on... everything!

Want to unlock better health and performance for your horse? Start with the gut!In this episode, microbiologist Dr Belinda Chapman guides us through the fascinating world of your horse’s hindgut micro...

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