The MET office has weather warnings in place for much of the UK. Please ensure your horses have sufficient intake of forage and water to minimise the risk of gastric issues, impaction colic and dehydration.
Here are our Feed Line's top tips for feeding in winter weather.
Cold weather can make horses reluctant to drink. Here's a few things you can try to help...
If you'd like to discuss cold weather feeding with our nutrition team, they are available on 01728 604 008. You can also request a Feed Plan using our advice request form. The image used was kindly sent in by Simple System customer, Jane McDonough. Shanti is fed a diet of Lucie Nuts, Timothy Chop and Eclipse Recovery. She also enjoys Sainfoin Pellets, fed in a treat ball, for enrichment and variety.
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Premium 12mm lucerne nuts, naturally high in calcium & protein to support muscles & bones.
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A balancing feed, specifically designed for those challenged by weight or metabolic issues including those affecting their feet.
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Unmolassed beetpulp pellets - a source of high quality digestible fibre, with no added sugar.
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Premium forage alternative to lucerne and grass, rich in natural minerals and trace elements.
A blend of highly nutritious, natural ingredients for a convenient, nutrient rich, top up feed.
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A comprehensive forage balancer with natural joint care. Designed to support older or harder working horses, aiding comfort, flexibility and range of motion.
For each product the sugar levels are displayed on the Simple System website. These are displayed as a range, or 'less than' percentage. For example our low calorie Lucie Fibre Cubes are <5% sugar.
What are foal slippers? Foal slippers, or eponychium, are rubbery capsules that completely cover the hooves of the newborn foal.
Forage Brix are an easy and convenient way to increase your horse's fibre intake either in the field, or stable.