Once you have completed Feeding you will be able to:

1. Discuss the 6 nutrients, including:

   • carbohydrates.

   • protein.

   • fats.

   • vitamins.

   • minerals.

   • water.

2. Talk about the main types of forage and the nutritional values, including:

   • grass.

   • hay.

   • haylage.

   • dried grass.

   • chaff/Chop.

   • alfalfa.

3. Explain the factors which affect the horse's nutritional requirements, including:

   • time of year.

   • age - The young & old.

   • size/height.

   • type and breed.

   • different work levels.

   • condition.

   • availability of turnout.

   • health or sickness.

4. Manage feeding routines for the horse, including:

   • timings.

   • relation to work.

   • amount of feed.

   • variance of feed.

   • availability of forage.

   • availability of water.

5. Prepare different foods for equines with health issues, including:

   • respiratory ailments.

   • dietary ailments.

   • dental issues. 

6. Accurately condition score an equine. 

7. Discuss the reasons for using supplements for a variety of requirements, including: 

   • work levels.

   • vitamin and mineral deficiency. 

   • joint care.

   • pain relief.

   • health conditions.