What is so important about the Calcium/Phosphorus ratio??
The ratio is very important for bone and teeth health and development. The ratio of 1.2 to 2.0 of Calcium to 1 of Phosphorus produces the best results in horses. It can vary in this range, but if the ratio is for example is 5:1 for a long period of time, the horses ability to utilize other minerals can be affected which can cause deficiencies and structural problems. Just a typical ration of pasture grass is usually deficient is Calcium and a heavy diet of alfalfa is too high in Calcium. NO need to worry if you are feeding Stable Mix, it is balanced within the proper range!
The ratio is very important for bone and teeth health and development. The ratio of 1.2 to 2.0 of Calcium to 1 of Phosphorus produces the best results in horses. It can vary in this range, but if the ratio is for example is 5:1 for a long period of time, the horses ability to utilize other minerals can be affected which can cause deficiencies and structural problems. Just a typical ration of pasture grass is usually deficient is Calcium and a heavy diet of alfalfa is too high in Calcium. NO need to worry if you are feeding Stable MixTM, it is balanced within the proper range!
