Feed ad-lib hay/haylage whether your horse is stabled or in the field Feed the best quality forage you can, and have hay/haylage tested for nutritional content where possible, as hay can be as good a source of calories as haylage...
Good doer? Poor doer? Not really sure doer? Feeding in winter can be simple, or quite complicated, and as usual we ideally need to look at each individual pony or horse's needs to best establish a feeding routine which suits...
Finding the right horse feed for winter can be a challenge. With the cold weather and shorter days, horses may struggle to maintain their weight. Horse feed plays an important role in helping horses stay healthy during the winter months....
Autumn is a beautiful time of year for horse owners in the UK, but it also requires a few adjustments to the usual horse care routine. As temperatures and daylight hours begin to drop, owners need to be aware of...
As your horse moves from winter to spring their nutritional needs will change, especially if their workload is increased. Ensuring they have the right diet will go a long way to helping them transition from winter to spring as quickly...
With spring comes warmer longer days and as a result horse care usually a lot easier, not to mention the sheer joy of being out and about in the sun after a long cold wet winter. Although things get easier, there...
Laminitis affects 1 in 10 horses every year, according to the British Horse Society (BHS). Although some horses and ponies are more susceptible to the condition, any equine can succumb to it. As a result of this, it is really...
Wildly recognised for it's many attributes! The best supplement for daily health, respiratory health and as a natural fly repellent. Liquid Garlic Supplements is a highly concentrated liquid form of garlic, commonly fed to horses and ponies for its well-known medicinal properties,...
Symptoms of Gastric Ulcers Poor appetite or change in eating behaviour Weight loss or failure to thrive Irritability and general changes in temperament Reduced performance Abdominal discomfort to girthing or grooming Recurrent mild colic Nutritional Management Tips Allow your...
FORAGE FIRST As we turn the corner from winter to spring (insert cheer here!) the nutritional profile of grazing can change dramatically depending on the weather, with young grass higher in sugar and lower in fibre. Fibre provision is key...
If you have a horse with a nervous nature, you may want to start thinking about how you can manage their stress levels. Stress and digestion are symbiotic; stress can cause digestive issues, and digestive issues can cause stress. Eliminating digestive discomfort needs...
Feed 1/2 a scoop of chaff before exercise which helps prevent stomach acid from splashing onto the upper(squamous) section of the stomach where ulcers can then form. Some horses prefer to stay in, some prefer to be out. Find a...
