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Fat Sources for Horses

View nutrition analyses for fat sources used in horse feed ingredients in the Mad Barn Equine Feed Database. This category includes dietary fat ingredients that contribute concentrated calories to the equine diet, such as vegetable oils, flaxseed, soybean oil, canola oil, camelina oil, rice bran, coconut oil, and other lipid sources.

Compare nutrient profiles for different fat sources to understand their calorie contribution, fatty acid composition, digestibility, omega-3 and omega-6 content, and role in supporting body condition, coat quality, and energy intake. Use this database to evaluate fat-containing ingredients used in horse feeds and supplements.

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w-3 Oil (Mad Barn)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
JointsJoints
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
w-3 Oil by Mad Barn is an essential fatty acid supplement fortified with the omega-3 DHA and natural Vitamin E. W-3 Oil helps to support joint health, coat quality, cardiovascular health and weight maintenance.
Sunflower Seed – 20% CP 40% EE
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
ProteinProtein
Sunflower seeds are commonly fed to horses as a source of fat to support coat quality and skin health. Sunflower seeds are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which should be balanced with omega-3's in the diet.
Sunflower Seeds (Modesto Milling)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
GrainsGrains
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Modesto's sunflower seeds are an excellent source of protein, fat, and fibre. Whole sunflower seeds may benefit from grinding to increase digestibility. Sunflower seeds may be added to feed or given as treats.
Tallow Porcine
Coat QualityCoat Quality
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Pig fat is a high-energy feed ingredient referred to as porcine tallow. It is used in baked goods, animal diets, and rarely in equine diets.
Wheat Germ
EnergyEnergy
IngredientIngredient
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Wheat germ is the nutrient-rich inner portion of the wheat kernel. It provides fat, protein, fiber, and natural vitamin E.
Whiskey – Ethanol Syrup
EnergyEnergy
IngredientIngredient
NutrientsNutrients
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Whiskey ethanol syrup is a byproduct of ethanol fuel production. The syrup is a high-calorie, high-protein feed given to livestock.
Yellow Grease
Coat QualityCoat Quality
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Yellow grease is a combination of stabilized animal and vegetable fats collected from the restaurant industry. It is used more commonly in production animal diets than horse feeds.
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