Win the battle against mud
Despairing at the thought of bringing in your horse from the field post-wallow? We’ve got a step-by-step guide to keep the muddy mayhem to a minimum
Thoughts of autumn and winter for a non-horse owner might conjure up images of gold and red leaves littered across the ground, or a sprinkling of snow atop frosty hills. However, speak these words to the owner of an equine and you’ll likely notice their face fall as they relive the antics of last year. Squelching wellies, mud-soaked paddocks, tirelessly brushing dirt from their horse’s coat and soothing scabby legs – it’s enough to drive anyone mad. If these are your winter fears incarnate, we’ve got a wealth of mud-busting solutions to help you prepare for the inevitable weather change, and sail through the muddy season unscathed.
If your horse is prone to mud fever, it may help to feed him a supplement that supports his skin from within. Providing extra essential vitamins means he’ll be better equipped to fight against the bacteria found in soil.
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Step 1: Manage the field As your horse’s paddock’s the root source of all things mud, it makes sense to start your preventative measures there.
Although some factors may be out of your control, for example, if you keep your horse on livery or only have a limited number of acres to work with, there are still a few key things you can do.