Mild Winter/Eary Spring – Please be careful!
It’s been a very mild Winter for most of the UK, and grass growth in many places has been much higher than normal. As a result, many horses and ponies that I’ve been seeing have also maintained weight better than they usually would over Winter.
Combined with the fact that we are also having a mild Spring, the grass in many areas is growing very well. This may lead to fairly sharp weight gain, behaviour changes, digestive disturbance and is a particular concern for those with laminitis-prone horses or ponies and those prone to colic.
So please take care. Keep an eye on the paddocks. Keep an eye on your horses/ponies’ weight.
