Older horses benefit from special
care and attention as their bodies try to combat the effects of wear and tear
through the years. Here are important tips to remember when you have older
horses:
l There should be enough hay for each
horse
l Give a joint supplement coupled with
vitamin C to help the body produce collagen, the protein that is essential to
the integrity and function of the bones and joints. The production of vitamin C
in the body of horses tend to decrease with age.
l Be sure to check the teeth of your
horse. Poor dental health can affect their appetite and is an important reason
for weight loss.
l Promote the growth and health of the
microbial population in the hindgut of the horse by giving a prebiotic or
probiotic.
l Provide salt to help maintain proper
water balance
l Provide fresh clean water at all
times. Don’t depend on snow for the animal’s water needs.
Sudden changes in your pet’s health
and/or behavior should be brought to the attention of your veterinary clinic Dawsonville, GA immediately.
