Can you see your horse’s ribs? Are they prone to losing weight over the winter? Is your older horse just not looking quite as good as they were? If any of these apply to your horse, then it’s time to take action. Here are some key areas to consider: 1. Are you feeding enough? The […]
Winter isn’t without its challenges, and this includes keeping your horse healthy, happy and looking their best, despite all the mud. Feeding for condition can mean different things to different people, so it is important to understand what you are trying to achieve. For some, feeding for condition means feeding for weight gain, while for […]
There are a range of reasons why your horse or pony might need a forage replacer. If you’re dealing with any of the following, then a forage replacer is the answer: Forage shortage – Hot, dry summers can reduce forage yields. If your supply is reduced, topping up throughout the winter is the best approach […]
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Whatever level you compete at, and no matter how hard you are working your horse, fibre should be the foundation of the ration. Not only is fibre pivotal for digestive health, but it also provides a whole host of nutrients. Here we provide just some of the reasons why you should be thinking fibre first in your horse’s bucket feed – you just need to pick the right fibre feed for your horse!
Often undervalued, fibre can provide a significant amount of energy for the working horse. The amount of energy supplied depends on the digestibility of the fibre source, which is influenced by plant type, environmental conditions and most significantly, maturity at harvest. The more mature a plant, the less digestible it will be and therefore the less energy it will provide. Straw is a particularly low-energy fibre for this reas