Effect of feed deprivation on daily water consumption in healthy horses.
David E FreemanAlexandra MooneySteeve GiguèreJami ClaireChloe EvettsPatricia DiskantPublished in: Equine veterinary journal (2020)
Feed consumption has a marked effect on water requirements in healthy horses. Because current guidelines for water needs were obtained in the fed state, they might not apply to horses that are denied feed for any reason or have reduced feed intake. This study provides new information on water consumption in horses that should apply to this essential nutrient in health and disease.