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5 Tips for Feeding Frequent Travelers

Keep ’em Hydrated A stalled horse with free-choice access to water will drink, on average, 18 to 40 times daily for 13 to 26 seconds each time. So, when hauling long distances, you should offer water at least every four to eight hours and more frequently in hot and humid weather.

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Could Your Horse Have Gastric Ulcers?

The stress horses endure when training, competing, and traveling can take a toll on their health. Studies have shown that up to 90% of performance horses and 60% of show horses have gastric ulcers… Read complete article

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