More often than not, horses are quite selective with what they choose to consume. Most generally won’t eat weeds unless there is nothing else to devour, making it easier for you to keep an eye on what kind of plants call your pastures home. Can horses have weeds? But to Read more…
Spoiler alert: horses are herbivores! Their entire digestive system is designed to process plant matter. Horses, as a species, do not eat meat. What do horses eat mainly? grassTheir natural diet is mainly grass, which has high roughage content. Horses should be provided with a predominantly fibre-based diet, either grass, Read more…
The gases given off by the fermenting clippings can expand to the point that they rupture the stomach (which is fatal). If the clippings do not cause rupture of the stomach, they can result in colic (abdominal pain) due to complications further down the intestinal tract. Why can’t some horses Read more…
As herbivores, it is natural for horses to seek out and eat herbs, such as comfrey, red clover, garlic, dandelion and nettle, which have healing properties in their seeds, flowers, roots, stems or leaves. What is the best thing to plant for horses? Using cover crops in horse pastures Horses Read more…
However, did you know all parts, especially the bulbs of the Daffodil are toxic to horses? They are toxic both to the touch and when ingested. If a horse comes in contact with the flower it can develop skin inflammation and irritation. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Read more…
Horses digest their feeds differently than people, but don’t let this keep you away from trying Manuka Honey with your horse! Many types of bacteria and toxins end up in your horses’ digestive tract, and there is no better way to offer support to them than with natural, whole ingredients! Read more…
Hay is an area to look at. Many horses with respiratory issues have soaked or steamed hay, to reduce dust. Soaking can reduce the nutritional content of hay, so many people opt for steaming, although a more expensive set up is needed to do this properly and safely. How can Read more…
A horse can, in fact, drink too much water, particularly if he suffers from certain health conditions, such as equine Cushing’s disease. Such ailments can cause a horse to exhibit polydipsia, or excessive drinking behavior. What does it mean when a horse drinks a lot of water? The two most Read more…
A horse can, in fact, drink too much water, particularly if he suffers from certain health conditions, such as equine Cushing’s disease. Such ailments can cause a horse to exhibit polydipsia, or excessive drinking behavior. What happens when horses drink too much water? Some horses will drink excessive amounts of Read more…
But have you considered that your horse might also enjoy warm tea poured over or stirred into his bucket feed? Some of the medicinal effects herbal teas offer us can be good for horses too, and they will enjoy the extra warmth during the colder months. Can I give my Read more…