“As Simple System Ltd has always believed in an holistic approach to horse care and feeding, it is great that we are now recognised in our aims by such a well respected authority as BAHNM. Horses evolved on the mainly treeless plains of central Eurasia, and their natural diet is what grows in their natural environment. This will be grass, herbs, forbs and shrubs and does not include cereals, pulses and the by products of human food production! BAHNM also approves the Green Dog food we now supply, which also aims to feed dogs as they were evolved to eat. When you read the list of ingredients of many horse feeds, it is hard to imagine that some of the things on the list could ever be considered as suitable for horses at all!”
Rain fall can trigger growth akin to a spring flush, especially if temperatures are high. Even whilst true spring may be in the past, the risk for those prone to laminitis will rise.
For the second consecutive Sunday, presenter Adam Henson has discussed the use of sainfoin during Countryfile.
''Feed the mare to feed the foal'' - wise words from many an experienced breeder. With little grass due to the dry weather, grazing can be topped up in the feed bowl.