Scoop & Scale: An Equine Podcast (Mostly) About Nutrition

Have you stood in your feed store staring at shelves of bagged horse  feed and felt overwhelmed by the options? You are not alone!  In this episode we cover: The differences between ration balancers, concentrates (aka performance or "life stage" feeds," complete feeds, and bagged whole grains. How to properly weigh and measure feed. The reasons you should read the manufacturer'...

Hay, equine nutrition gets complicated quicky! So, to keep things simple, we're taking a step back and covering the basics. In this episode, we discuss why forage is the most important part of a horse's diet.  Forage comes in several forms. Most commonly, horses consume forage as baled hay or grass pastures. But beet pulp, alfalfa pellets, hay cubes, and even some complete bagged feeds c...

It's Kentucky Derby time and the beginning of Triple Crown season, a five-week stretch when horse-related searches online surge and the general public's interest in horses peaks. In honor of the horses, we took this episode as an opportunity to talk about feeding Thoroughbreds as they transition from life on the track to their second careers and beyond. You'll learn about:  How race...

Alfalfa is one of the most debated feeds in the horse world. Some swear by it for weight gain and performance, while others worry it’s “too hot” or risky for certain horses. So what’s the truth about feeding alfalfa to horses? In this first episode of Scoop and Scale , we break down everything you need to know about alfalfa in the equine diet, including: The nutritional benefits of alfalfa for hor...

Vitamin E has become one of the most talked-about nutrients in horse nutrition and for good reason. This powerful antioxidant plays a key role in muscle health, immune function, and the nervous system. While fresh grass is a natural source, many horses don’t get enough year-round, especially those without consistent pasture access. In this episode, Clair and Michelle break down everything you need...