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9 Signs Your Horse Needs Some Extra Support This Fall

Fiebe De Win

23 min

9 signalen dat je paard wat extra steun kan gebruiken deze herfst
The leaves are falling, the days are getting shorter, and we're starting to reach for an extra sweater. Our horses feel the change of seasons too! Less daylight and cooler temperatures not only result in a thicker coat but can also throw their immune systems, joints, and even moods off balance.

The leaves are falling, the days are getting shorter, and we're starting to reach for an extra sweater. Our horses feel the change of seasons too ! Less daylight and cooler temperatures not only result in a thicker coat but can also throw their immune systems, joints, and even moods off balance.  

Here are 9 signs your horse needs an extra boost this fall, and how you can recognize them before they become real problems.  

1 Slower coat change

During the molting season, some horses can use some help to shed their coats properly. Not every horse needs it, but some extra support can definitely make a difference . Do you notice your horse still wearing a thin summer coat even as the days get colder? Then some extra support is definitely a good idea.  

The Navalis Shed with ease package is ideal for skin, coat and immune system!  

2 Weight loss under the winter coat  

Don't be fooled by your horse's fluffy coat : beneath that thick winter coat, ribs and muscle loss can be hidden. Therefore, regularly feel along the neck, back , and flanks. Do you feel more bone than you'd like? Then it's time for some extra support.  

A good addition to your horse's daily feed is Curragh Carron Oil . This high-quality blend of cold-pressed linseed oil and calcium is a natural source of essential fatty acids. It supports healthy digestion, vitality, and a shiny coat, and is an easy way to give your horse an extra boost from within.  

Mainly older horses , difficult eaters or horses that have just Busy competition season behind us , can fast weight to lose as soon as it gets cooler becomes . And some horses burn Ordinary faster calories !  

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3 Stiffness or slower to break free  

The n ajaar is the official Snooze season. It can also take a little longer for your horse to move smoothly on cooler mornings. Old ailments like arthritis or joint pain flare up more quickly in colder temperatures.  

Does your horse need more time to loosen up or does its movement feel less fluid? Then that's a sign that extra joint support is welcome.  

Shop our favorite joint products here .  

4 Coat and hooves  

4 a. Dull or rough coat

Does the winter coat look dull , dry or uneven rather than shiny and full?  

The shine of the coat reflects often the health . A dull coat can indicate deficiencies in nutrition , digestion or general​ well-being .  

4 b. Hoof problems

Wet autumn soil isn't exactly a blessing for hooves: cracks, slower growth, or increased sensitivity are common. With a little extra support, you can keep them strong.  

For healthy hooves and a radiant coat: Global Medics Hoof & Coat  

5 Changes in Eating or Drinking Behavior  

Cooler weather can subtle changes in eating and​ drinking pattern bring along . Eating or drinking a little less for a day is usually no disaster, but be careful that it doesn't habit becomes . To little water or food increases the risk of colic .  

💡 Make sure your horse eats and drinks regularly. Always check for any leftovers in the feed trough; that could be a sign something's not quite right. Chewing roughage is, by the way, the way a horse stays warm: a natural furnace from within!  

💡 Is your horse drinking less? Try mash instead of pellets, or mix a scoop of water into the feed. 

Our favorite mashes can be found here: Equicom Shop Mash  

6 Less energy  

Is your horse coming? slower off the pasture , or feels that less forward than normal under the saddle ? You knows him best , and you notice immediately when something​ not Correct .  

Shorter days , cooler nights or subtle health factors be able to have a major impact on your horse 's well-being . A small adjustment in feed , pasture or care can often already help to get him back to enjoy the season .​  

Immunotop from Global Medics is our favourite support of the season , top for an extra immunity boost !  

7 Coughing , runny nose or louder to breathe  

More time in the stable means more dust out straw , hay and less ventilation . This can damage the airways irritate and to assure for cough , runny nose or wheezing breathing . Just in the stable period , respiratory support is needed so extra important .  

Shop our top products for breathing here : Equicom Shop Breathing  

8 Behavioral Changes  

A horse that suddenly grumpy does , faster startled or more tense seems ? Often it is their way to​ say that they themselves not feeling completely fine .  

Time for An bit relaxation ? The Unika Ball Prequalm is both An cool occupation as An support for well-being .  

9 More itching or chafing  

See you endlessly tail swishing , mane sanding or constant Tickle questions ? Often that is An aftermath of summer insects (hello summer eczema! ), but also mud or a change in diet can cause extra itching to cause .

When to scratch not stops, gives Orthosal Zinc Horse  relief .  

What youcan learn fromthis blog to remember 🍁  

  • Weight loss can hidden to sit under An thick winter coat → more calories or adjusted power supply necessary .
  • Stiffness or longer loosen in colder weather → signal for joint problems .
  • Dull coat or weak hooves → often linked On nutrition , digestion or seasonal stress .
  • Changes in eating or drinking behavior → increased risk of colic .
  • Less energy , cough or runny nose → typical in wet and cold autumn weather .
  • Behavioral changes , itching or excessive chafing → signals of discomfort .  

🍂 Through this signals to be on time to notice do you keep horse healthy , happy and ready for the fall at to enjoy .  

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