In any feeding program, roughage should make up the majority of a horse's diet. Most nutritionists and veterinarians suggest that roughage make up more than 50 percent of the daily ...

In any feeding program, roughage should make up the majority of a horse's diet. Most nutritionists and veterinarians suggest that roughage make up over 50 percent of the daily intake.

Horse quality hay should have less weeds in it, but those bales with little or no weeds are normally higher quality. Johnson grass is also included as something to watch out for in bales.

Hay prices are spiking this year, driven up by a drought-induced shortage of the crop. It’s affecting ranchers across the board, but horse owners in particular are feeling the pinch.