GRAIN GAMES Crossword

A high energy feed source for a horse.
This is where detoxification of substances occur in the digestive tract. Generally measures 3-4 ft long..
A highly concentrated source of digestible energy. It allows you to provide more calories in a smaller feed portion.
This is a mixed grain feed that the parts can all easily be seen, often referred to as "sweet feed".
Horses do NOT have one of these, making it difficult to digest large amount of fat.
The main energy source in most equine feeds.
This is often used as an energy source. It is lower in protein than oats.
This vitamin is obtained from sunlight. If a horse becomes deficient in this vitamin, Rickets disease may develop.
Usually higher in protein, calcium, and energy content than grasses. Alfalfa is an example of this.
A good source of protein that can easily be added to the diet.
This provides a place for horses to graze forage and exercise freely.
A responsible horse owner should examine teeth at least ____ per year.
This is the starting point to any feed program. It provides energy, protein, vitamins, minerals, and may meet most nutrient needs.
Signs of this include decreased feed intake, dry feces, and slow capillary refill time.
This type of feed is ground and then pushed through a machine to make one uniform feed type.
Vitamin C & B complex are this type of vitamin.
The most important nutrient.
A very palatable grain. It has more fiber than corn, barley, or sorghum.