Supplemental fat in equine diets

摘要

A review. Conventional concentrate energy sources, such as cereals, have been associated with metabolic problems (laminitis, colic) and there is a need for safer energy sources. Fats can be used to reduce starch bulk as they are a more concentratedenergy source than cereals. It appears that equines can digest and utilize supplemental amounts of fat or oil effectively, and there also appear to be some extra-energetic effects. But additional research is needed to determine safe and effective limitsof various fats in equine diets.