Dr. Krishona Martinson, University of Minnesota

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Winter Horse Care
Cold temperatures increase a horse's energy needs and create challenges with hoof care. Here's what you need to know.
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How to Purchase Round Hay Bales for Horses
Here’s how to calculate your horse’s daily hay consumption (or intake?) and how many round bales you need to sustain him.
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Research Update: Energy Expenditure During Horseback Riding
This study highlights the importance of horseback riding as a viable tool to support health through physical activity.
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Ask the Expert: Ditch Hay for Horses
If hay supplies are limited in your area because of drought, be cautious of buying "ditch hay" for your horses.
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Nonstructural Carbohydrates in Horse Pastures Video
This short University of Minnesota Extension video will help you understand nonstructural carbohydrates in horse pastures.
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Tips on Managing Drought-Stressed Horse Pastures
Use these 10 tips for managing drought-stressed cool-season grass horse pastures.
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Research Update: The Impact of Packaging on the Stability of Horse Treats
Researchers concluded that packaging type impacted shelf life and horse preference of treats.
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Research Update: Cooling a Hot Horse
The essential feature for cooling was not the water temperature or the use of scraping, but that the horse was kept covered in water cooler than its body temperature over an extended period.
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How Many Small Hay Bales Equal One Large Round Bale?
Are you looking to switch from feeding horses from small hay bales to using round bales? One expert explains how you can calculate the number of small hay bales your horses eat in each round bale.
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