As we step into 2024, freezing temperatures are affecting horses' water intake across the UK. Cold weather can impact a horse's thirst mechanism, especially considering their increased time indoors with dry hay in winter. With horses needing 30 liters of...
Poor doer? Winter can be a tough season to navigate! We're here to help. Q What is a poor doer?A A horse who has a tendency to lose weight easily, irrelevant of breed, type or size Q Why does my...
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....
Horse rugs are an essential item for any horse owner in the UK. They provide warmth, protection and comfort during the colder months of the year, as well as a number of other benefits. With so many options on the...
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...
Feed forage first - at least 1.5% of bodyweight daily - weight your forage daily Whether you have a good or poor doer, feeding forage (ad-lib if possible) maintains a healthy digestive system and reduces boredom, promoting improved physical and...
