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Spring is a wonderful time for nature, but how does it affect our horses?
Grass has a higher nutrient content in spring than any other season. But, this also means it has a higher calorie content, and a higher water content. The increase in carbohydrate and water content can cause havoc for our horse’s digestive systems. This causes issues such as:
- Increased carbohydrates can result in excess gas expulsion. This is because carbohydrates are fermented more rapidly in the hindgut, changing the microbial balance and increasing gas-producing microbes.
- Droppings may become looser due to the increased water content of grazing. This is normal when a horse is moved to new pasture, but if changes last for more than two days, it could be the result of changed bacteria in the hindgut, and you should consult your vet.
- Due to the changes that occur within the hindgut when horses are introduced to spring grass, there is an increased risk of colic.
So what should you do?
Ensuring that you manage the transition into spring effectively can be the difference between your horse enjoying the improved weather, or feeling uncomfortable due to digestive upset.
- Ensure that changes to new pasture are done so gradually, allowing the horse to acclimatize to the new grass.
- Use a grazing muzzle to slow down the consumption of fresh grass.
- Offer hay whilst horses are grazing to increase their fibre intake.
- Consider feeding a supplement that supports the digestive system, which can aid the microbial population of the hindgut.
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