For such a big animal, the horse has a surprisingly delicate digestive system. So much so that you’ll want to make protecting it a priority. A good place to start is by asking yourself a few question about your current management practices. This bit of guided introspection can help you identify areas you could adjust or improve. Here are the questions that will reveal some of the most useful information:
1. DOES YOUR HORSE GET REGULAR TURNOUT?
The key to keeping a horse’s digestive system functioning well is to mimic their natural living conditions as closely as possible. Horses with access to ample pasture will spend as much as 18 hours a day grazing, and that’s exactly what their digestive tracts are designed for—a near-continuous supply of chewed grass. The slow, continual walking associated
