How to Give Your Horse the Right Supplements

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Roots and Fruits ~ Fruit and vegetables should be fed in moderation.

   Horses primary feed stuffs should be roughage
   - hay and grass is ideal, along with extra feeding (hard feeds) if required.
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   Step 2: Fruit and vegetables should be kept to a minimum

   Too much will result in a spike of sugar levels, which may result in founder, or steps towards obesity. , You may not need to add anything extra, or you may need some extra supplements in certain areas. ,, It's recommended that if you are traveling, to mix a little bit into the water, as some horses do not like to drink 'new' or 'different' water from new places.
   
   This will mask any 'new' tastes to the water, and ensure he or she gets hydrated. ,, It is an important part of a horse's diet.
   
   Mostly fed in winter, the salt lick gives the horse a little salt whenever he feels that he needs it.
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   Step 3: and fed more as a treat than a 'daily' need.

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   Step 4: Cod-liver Oil ~ Before adding anything to the horses diet

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   Step 5: get an equine nutritionist to have a look over the dietary plan.

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   Step 6: If you just start adding different supplements because your friend told you to

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   Step 7: you could upset the levels

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   Step 8: which can result in a change in energy levels

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   Step 9: coat changes

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    Step 10: personality changes

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    Step 11: and greater effect the body.

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    Step 12: Molasses ~ This is not a supplement

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    Step 13: but a sugary treat.

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    Step 14: Not recommended for daily use as it is very sugary - this could result in hyper activity

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    Step 15: founder (hoof related issues)

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    Step 16: and lead to being over weight.

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    Step 17: The Salt Lick ~ Provide this at all times.

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