WorksheetsEquine 2 Nutrition
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Energy is supplied in units called calories by:
carbohydrates and fats.
proteins and fats.
proteins and water.
vitamins and minerals.
Which nutrient is needed as a catalyst?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
Which is most likely to improve the mare’s conception rate at the time of breeding?
10–15% more energy in the diet
15–20% less protein in the diet
20–25% less water in the diet
25–30% more molasses in the diet
During what time of pregnancy do energy and protein requirements increase dramatically?
Beginning
Second month
Middle
End
The dietary protein requirement by an equine is affected by the quality and digestibility of the protein along with the
amount of rice in the diet.
fat in the protein.
needs of the individual animal.
vitamins stored in the animal.
Which equines require more energy and protein in their diet?
Nonworking
Resting
Resting
Working
Which has the most impact on the growth of a young equine?
Amount of exercise
Amount of water intake
Protein and energy intake
Type of barn and stall
How many calories are in a kilocalorie?
1
10
100
1000
If equine need extra finish or fat on the body, their ration needs more grain to supply:
energy
grass
roughage
vitamins
What is the forage given to equine kept in confinement?
Barley
Hay
Corn
Pasture
Which is the most popular grain found in the equine diet?
Hay
Oats
Pasture
Sorghum
Multiple Choice from Item CentralHow many equines can be supported by two acres of good-quality pasture used in rotational grazing?
1
3
5
10
How often should the equine ration be supplemented with a trace-mineralized salt block?
Never, it is a poison.
Once every year
Only during the breeding season
Should be provided free access
Forage in the diet decreases the risk of:
colic
parasites
tooth decay
overweight equine
When equines eat a ration well and it has good digestion qualities, the ration is:
commercial
deficient.
palatable.
supplemental
