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Brown horse standing outside in a snowy paddock.

Winter Creates Challenges for Both Horse and Rider

As we all know, winter can mean more issues for horses and their riders. While staying warm at the barn is an obvious struggle, the less visible issues of the colder months often have a much greater impact on your horse’s overall health. In the Mid-South, where temperatures can swing dramatically and moisture levels fluctuate, care in the winter becomes even more important. With the right winter horse care, however, your horse can remain comfortable, active, and healthy all winter long.

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White horse eating outside in the winter.

Smart Equine Nutrition Plans for Fall and Winter

As the temperatures drop and the pastures turn dormant, horse owners across the Mid-South face the seasonal challenge of adjusting their feeding programs. Unlike the lush spring and summer months, cooler weather means less fresh forage, lower natural nutrition, and increased caloric needs to maintain body condition and energy. Feeding your horse in the fall and winter requires careful balance especially in regions like ours where humidity and weather fluctuations make hay storage a challenge.

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Horse foal in the shade of a tree.

Keeping Your Horse Cool and Safe in Midsouth Heat

As the temperatures soar in Memphis, it is essential to know how to keep horses cool in summer as part of summer horse care. At Full Circle Equine, we understand the unique challenges the summer heat and unpredictable summer storms present. Therefore, we have compiled some essential tips to help you with keeping your horses cool, comfortable, and healthy during these sweltering days.

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