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STOMACH ULCERS CAN cause ongoing pain and discomfort for horses, with resulting problems in their rideability. Prevention is always better than cure, so what can you do — and not do — to reduce the chance of ulcers developing or recurring in your horse?

1 AVOID HIGH STARCH DIETS

To reduce the risk of your horse developing ulcers, opt for a feed that is high in fibre and low in starch and sugar, as this type of feed is more natural for the horse and easy to digest. In addition, a feed which

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