Recent content by eatpuddingfirst

How much hay are you feeding her? You should aim for 1.5% of her bodyweight in forage per day. Feeding less than this can have a negative effect on her energy levels, as well as increasing the risk of problems likr ulcers, colic and bad behaviour. Has EMS been diagnosed by a vet? If not that...

Agree with oldgreymare in regard to feeding amounts. Lots of exercise is also really important to help shift the weight. If she is very unfit start off by just walking her out everyday for 20mins and gradually build this up to include lots of trotting which is great for weight loss. Exercise has...

No horse should ever have less than 1% of their bodyweight in forage but to ensure good digestive health aim for 1.5% for good-doers or more for horses that don't have a problem with their weight. So if your horse weighs around 500kg that would be 7.5kg of forage per day and as he is muzzled...

You need to feed high fibre, low (but quality) protein and low oil. Fibre pencils are usually a good choice. You can add some barley in to help with his weight. Make sure you feed the pencils at the recommended rate to ensure he is getting all of his vitamins and minerals, especially as he is...