Horsetalk.co.nz Water key to preventing winter colic in horses
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Nothing can drain the colour from a horse owner’s face quicker than hearing the word colic. And winter is an important season to focus on colic prevention and ward off water woes that can lead to impaction in the equine gut.
The importance of access to clean, fresh water 24 hours a day, to keep everything flowing smoothly, cannot be overstated.
What you need to know about horses and H
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Never assume horses are drinking: Just because water is available does not mean your horse is drinking enough. Horses should drink about 37 to 45 litres of water per day in order to stay healthy, and they will often drink less water when it is icy cold, particularly if there are any dental issues.