OCD Pellets

04/29/2026

04/27/2026

Can anyone guess which 2026 Kentucky Derby contender this foal grew up to be?

Hint: This is (probably) the look on his face when they told him his post position!

📷The Jockey Club

04/21/2026

If you believe that horses need grain in their diet to meet their nutritional needs, you are not alone. However, horses should get most of their nutrients from a good quality forage source such as grass, hay, hay pellets, or a complete feed.

Horses generally eat between 1.5-2% of their body weight each day, so an average size 1,000 lbs horse should eat 15- 20 lbs of hay daily. To help fill any nutrient gaps such as essential vitamins or minerals, a ration balancer may be beneficial. Depending on breed, body condition, and exercise level, concentrates may be added in to provide additional energy but are often not needed.

When deciding on what to feed your horse, it is best to invest in high quality forages as the foundation of your feeding plan. You can even have your hay tested to see exactly what nutrients it is providing.

Please consult with your veterinarian or an equine nutritionist about your horse's diet before making any major changes, and remember that any changes should be made gradually over time to avoid GI upset.

Thank you to the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

04/09/2026

Star of the show? Angus certainly thinks so! ⭐🐴 He has quickly made himself right at home at the Kentucky Horse Park, where he’s loving life in the Breeds Barn. Angus adores the attention from guests (especially children!) and has already become a favorite among visitors. Even better, he’s settled in with his new buddy Sam the Quarter Horse, and the two are getting along wonderfully.

Read more about his incredible story! 🔗Link in comments!

03/26/2026

Oh so sweet🥰

03/17/2026

Don't underestimate the importance of vitamin E in your horse's diet. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products

03/11/2026

🖐️ Raise your hand if you've ever walked out to the pasture to find your equine companion looking like this ⬇️

Here's some great advice from our friends at Irongate Equine Clinic on surviving mud season:

"🐴 Hello, Mud Season… 🌧️

If your boots are sinking and your horse looks like they rolled in chocolate pudding, you know what time it is in Wisconsin 😅

Exhibit A: this sweet soul who clearly embraced the full mud spa treatment… and even gave us a little tongue-out approval at the end. We’ll call it a “natural spring skincare routine.” 💁‍♀️😂

While we can’t stop the mud, we can help protect our horses from the problems it causes. This time of year, we start seeing more:

• Thrush
• Scratches (pastern dermatitis)
• Hoof abscesses

A quick daily hoof pick, checking legs for scabs or redness, and giving them a dry place to stand (even for part of the day) can make a big difference.

If something doesn’t look quite right, trust your gut and reach out. We’d much rather catch things early than treat a bigger issue later.

Stay dry out there — and maybe keep a hose (and a sense of humor) handy. 😉🐎💛"

03/05/2026

Email from Paulick Report Catch up with Kentucky Derby runner Gray Magician; The Player arrives at Kentucky Horse Park; and more!     This Week's Top Horse Care News Kentucky Derby Catch-Up: Well-Trav

02/25/2026

🐴 What breeds do YOU bring to the park? 🐴

One of our favorite things at MET is seeing the incredible variety of horses that come through the gates. From familiar favorites to unique standouts—we love them all!

✨ Saturday is shaping up to be a beautiful day ✨
Come on out, enjoy the park, and let us know in the comments what breed you’re riding. Bonus points for photos! 📸🐎

We can’t wait to see you and your horses this weekend!