Effect of starch source in pelleted concentrates on fecal bacteria in pre- and postpartum mares

This study aimed to determine the effect of starch source in pelleted concentrates on fecal Lactobacillus spp., amylolytic bacteria, and cellulolytic bacteria in broodmares mares, during the pre- and postpartum period. Thoroughbred mares (n = 18) were paired by last breeding date then randomly assigned to either an oat-based or a corn and wheat middlings-based pelleted concentrate fed with forage.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research