The Challenge of Dehydration Following a Wet British Summer

The British climate is nothing if not unpredictable. After a notably wet summer that saw equestrians managing the challenges of abundant, rich pastures, the sudden heatwave in September presents another issue: dehydration. The rapid transition from damp to dry, from chill to warmth, has a particular impact on a horse’s digestive system.

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EquiNectar Chosen by the Household Cavalry: Targeting Equine Gut Health

The Household Cavalry, an institution steeped in history and tradition, is composed of the two most senior regiments in the British Army: The Life Guards and The Blues & Royals. Since 1660, the Household Cavalry has served as the monarch’s trusted guardians and is often the public face of the British Army, both domestically and internationally. Today, we are delighted to announce that the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment has chosen EquiNectar to optimise digestion and overall wellbeing in their horses.

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Metropolitan Police Choose EquiNectar to Optimise Horse Digestion

EquiNectar News Metropolitan Police choose EquiNectar to optimise horse digestion The Metropolitan Police’s Mounted Branch boasts a long, distinguished history, dating back to 1760. Originally introduced to combat the problem of highwaymen in London, this unit has significantly evolved, tackling a wide range of responsibilities today. The close-knit Mounted Branch team undertakes high visibility patrols,

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Horse of the week – STORM

Indian Warrior (aka Storm) is my heart horse. He’s a 17yr old, 15HH2 Appaloosa gelding who’s blind in one eye. He’s very highly strung, often living life on his nerves. He’s always suffered with gas colic and has been a constant cause of worry and stress every year from March until November (the grass growing months). He’s been hospitalised once with it and I have frequent vet call-outs to administer pain relief as he regularly suffered with these bouts of gas colic.

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The Impact of Summer Rainfall on Horse Digestion: Understanding the Risks and Changes

The United Kingdom’s recent weather patterns, characterised by substantial rainfall followed by abundant sunshine, have led to a surge in grass growth. This rapid growth, while seemingly beneficial, has had unexpected consequences on the equine population, causing bloating and, in extreme cases, colic in horses. This article aims to shed light on the risks and changes to a horse’s digestion related to this accelerated grass growth.

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