Horse Feed Calculator
Calculate daily hay and grain requirements for your horse based on weight and activity level. Get accurate monthly and yearly feed cost estimates.
Daily Hay = Weight × (1.5-2.5%); Daily Grain = Weight × (0-1.5%); Monthly Cost = (Monthly Hay / 2000 × Hay Price) + (Monthly Grain / 50 × Grain Price)
Example: 1000 lb horse, moderate work, $200/ton hay, $15/bag grain = 25 lbs hay/day + 10 lbs grain/day = $233/month
How much hay should a horse eat per day?
Horses typically need 1.5-2.5% of their body weight in hay per day. A 1000 lb horse needs 15-25 lbs of hay daily.
Do all horses need grain?
No, horses in light work or maintenance often thrive on hay alone. Grain is added for horses in moderate to heavy work for extra energy.
How much does it cost to feed a horse per month?
Average monthly feed costs range from $150-400 depending on hay prices, grain needs, and activity level.
What percentage of body weight should grain be?
Grain should not exceed 1.5% of body weight daily. Most horses need 0-1% depending on workload.
Can I feed more grain and less hay?
No, horses need hay for digestive health. Hay should always make up the majority (70-100%) of their diet.
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📐 Formula
Daily Hay = Weight × (1.5-2.5%); Daily Grain = Weight × (0-1.5%); Monthly Cost = (Monthly Hay / 2000 × Hay Price) + (Monthly Grain / 50 × Grain Price)
📝 Example Calculation
Example: 1000 lb horse, moderate work, $200/ton hay, $15/bag grain = 25 lbs hay/day + 10 lbs grain/day = $233/month
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How much hay should a horse eat per day?▼
Horses typically need 1.5-2.5% of their body weight in hay per day. A 1000 lb horse needs 15-25 lbs of hay daily.
Do all horses need grain?▼
No, horses in light work or maintenance often thrive on hay alone. Grain is added for horses in moderate to heavy work for extra energy.
How much does it cost to feed a horse per month?▼
Average monthly feed costs range from $150-400 depending on hay prices, grain needs, and activity level.
What percentage of body weight should grain be?▼
Grain should not exceed 1.5% of body weight daily. Most horses need 0-1% depending on workload.
Can I feed more grain and less hay?▼
No, horses need hay for digestive health. Hay should always make up the majority (70-100%) of their diet.