Reducing Your Horse’s Risk of Impaction Colic During Winter
Janice L. Holland, PhD
February 27, 2025
Find out why your horse might be more prone to impaction colic during winter and how you can reduce the risk.
Find out why your horse might be more prone to impaction colic during winter and how you can reduce the risk.
Learn how to tailor your mare and foal’s feeding program from late pregnancy to weaning with expert guidance.
An equine nutritionist explains the best way to switch your horse to a new hay and what to do if you have limited hay storage.
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An equine nutritionist explains why you should consider your individual horse’s needs and forage source before choosing a ration balancer.
Can feeding hay cut later in the season lead to impaction colic in horses?
Vitamins and minerals comprise a small portion of the horse’s diet by weight, but their importance is enormous. Learn more about when supplementation might be needed.
Get tips for ensuring your horses gets the nutrition they need without eating all your money.
Two equine nutritionists shed light on the do’s and don’ts of feeding your horse to promote strong and healthy hooves.
Not all carbohydrates are created equal, and “low-carb” definitely doesn’t mean “no-carb.” A nutritionist explains.
Horses on all-day pasture have more opportunities than stalled horses to meet their behavioral needs. Here’s what you need to consider.
Use winter downtime to declutter your horse barn and promote chore efficiency.
A nutrition expert offers advice on preventing weight gain and boredom while a hefty horse is on stall rest.
An equine nutritionist shares tips to reduce impaction colic risk in senior horses, focusing on hydration, digestion, proper feeding practices, and more.
Moisture meters can help you determine when to bale and store your horses’ hay and can protect against barn or storage building fires.
Researchers found that a herd of Icelandic horses survived after their water source froze amid snowstorms. But, as a rule, horses should always have access to fresh water.
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