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The term “colic” is used to describe an indication of abdominal (belly) pain, which in horses is typically brought on by gastrointestinal disturbances. Signs of colic symptoms can be mild to severe, but the underlying cause is not always related to the severity of the signs; and critical (life-threatening)

At EquiNectar, we revel in the stories and experiences of our valued customers. Today, we’re turning the spotlight onto The Equivalent Project CIC, an admirable community interest company spearheaded by Bekah Maxwell. Join us as we explore the transformative journey of three therapy horses using EquiNectar.

Numerous types of grass contain fructans, a type of carbohydrate. Fructan levels in grass are highest when the days are sunny and the nights are cool. As part of managing their horses, horse owners should be aware of the fructan content of their pasture.

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Natural digestive enzymes from malt extract help horses break down feed more efficiently.

Horses produce amylase in their salivary glands and pancreas. When a horse eats, the salivary glands release amylase into the mouth, where it begins to break down complex sugars in the food. This process helps to pre-digest the food before it reaches the stomach and intestines, where the rest of the digestive process takes place.