What to feed a slightly ribby horse with small hay belly?

[emilyangel]

Currently working with a 16 y.o 14.2 mare, been back in work for a bit after 10 months off because of injury. Just wondering what feed/balancers would benefit her, as she is a little under muscled. She is slightly ribby, with a small hay-belly. She is naturally quite forward, and doesn’t have any other medical issues. Thanks

 

[AmyMay]

Can you get her on some good grazing?

 

[emilyangel]

I would say her current grazing is average, which is why I am looking to supplement with feed.

 

[AmyMay]

I would say her current grazing is average, which is why I am looking to supplement with feed.

Is she getting hay?

 

[Leo Walker]

She is probably lacking in protein. I'd be giving her equimins advance complete in some soaked grass nuts and a mug of linseed. It covers all bases that way, but wont blow her brains or have her gain too much.

 

[emilyangel]

Is she getting hay?

Yes, up until now 2 to 3 times a week (medium sized hay net)

 

[emilyangel]

She is probably lacking in protein. I'd be giving her equimins advance complete in some soaked grass nuts and a mug of linseed. It covers all bases that way, but wont blow her brains or have her gain too much.

Thank you for the advice, will try this out

 

[TPO]

Has she been worm counted recently/on a good worm programme?

 

[emilyangel]

Yes recently, she is wormed every 2-3 months and is all good.