Equine Feed Safety and Risks

The video discusses the importance of using equine dedicated meals to ensure horse safety, highlighting the risks associated with mixed species meals that may contain harmful ingredients like antibiotics and ionophores. It presents case studies of horse poisoning incidents due to tainted feed, emphasizing the need for preventive measures. The video concludes by advising horse owners to verify the safety of their feed sources.

What is the primary focus of equine dedicated meals?

• To increase the weight of horses quickly

• To reduce the cost of horse feed

• To ensure the safety of horses when consuming feed

• To improve the taste of horse feed

What is a potential risk of mixed-species meals?

• They may contain ingredients harmful to horses

• They are less nutritious

• They spoil faster

• They are more expensive

Why is monensin used in ruminant feed?

• To reduce the cost of production

• To improve feed use efficiency

• To enhance the flavor

• To make the feed last longer

What is the effect of monensin on horses?

• It makes them gain weight

• It has no effect

• It improves their digestion

• It is lethal and can cause heart attacks

What happened at the Californian horse farm?

• Horses were relocated

• Horses were stolen

• Horses were poisoned by tainted feed

• Horses were sold

How many horses were poisoned at a farm in one of the incidents?

• 100

• 10

• 50

• 25

What is a common cause of feed contamination?

• Deliberate tampering

• Animal interference

• Natural disasters

• Human error

What should you do to ensure your horse's feed is safe?

• Store feed in a cool place

• Buy the cheapest feed available

• Check if the feed is equine-dedicated

• Mix different types of feed

What is the emotional impact of horse poisoning incidents?

• It is often ignored

• It causes distress and sadness

• It is celebrated

• It is seen as a minor issue

What is a key takeaway regarding feed safety?

• Feed safety is not important

• Human error can lead to contamination

• Feed safety is only a concern for large farms

• All feeds are equally safe