What causes digestion problems for horses?
In the wild, when a horse is grazing for up to 16hr a day, acidity in the stomach is reduced by the forage and also by bicarbonate in the saliva. If stabled horses have regular access to hay and grazing, this natural preventative process continues, whereas if they are fed high-concentrate diets with only limited access to forage, the acidity in the stomach increases. Any period without forage intake, whether due to management practices or illness, leads to increased gastric acidity and risk of ulcers. Some horses display signs of feeling uncomfortable which can be recognised as Weight Loss, having a Dull Coat, Changes in Attitude to Work, Altered Eating Habits and Decreased Performance. If a horse is compromised either by diet or environment, it is essential to replenish depleted substances that are necessary for proper bloodflow to the stomach, and this is where Gastro Plus can help.
