The TMR were offered to allow for 5–10% daily refusals. Samples of TMR and orts were collected during days 10–14 of each period. Feed samples were stored at −20 °C until analysis for DM intake. After thawing at room temperature, samples were dried at 65 °C for 12 h, placed in dried bottle for 24 h, and again dried at 105 °C for 3 h before analyzing DM content.