Horse Hindgut Fermentation Horses are hindgut fermenters. But so are rhinos, rabbits, some rodents, and lovable-looking koalas. What does that mean, exactly? What is horse hindgut fermentation? Well, if you’ve been in many horse barns, it might mean that the fecal matter you clean up comes packaged in nice little balls. However, when we are […]
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Understanding Hindgut Fermentation in Horses
Forage, such as hay and pasture, should form the foundation of a horse’s diet. High-quality forage provides essential fiber, vitamins and minerals. Horses should have access to forage throughout the day to promote natural grazing behavior and maintain digestive health. Horses are hindgut fermenters. What does this mean, exactly? To most, this simply means the fecal […]
