The exception would be a pony that is working very hard: one that is doing several lessons a week is being driven frequently, is doing something like pulling competitions, or is a lactating mare with a foal by her side.
If your pony is losing condition you could increase the quantity of hay and if that isn't enough add a concentrate that isn't too rich. A forage replacer fortified with vitamins and minerals might give your pony the nutritional energy boost it needs without adding extra pounds.
If you like to feed your pony even if it is not working hard—and for some owners, this is a very satisfying activity—look for a concentrate that is low in calories. Some manufacturers make special pony mixes. These mixes are balanced with the correct amount of supplements for a pony. Don't be tempted to top dress it with a lot of extras like molasses or beet pulp.
Pony mouths are small, so overgrown teeth can be a problem. Hooks and sharp edges can make chewing uncomfortable because their mouths are compact and teeth, tongue, and gums can be closer together than on some horses. Don't forget to have your vet check your pony's teeth to ensure it can chew easily.
A sore mouth can also lead to behavior problems while carrying a bit. Ponies also need regular de-worming to keep them in the best health. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile. Measure ad performance. Most hay is dispensed in flakes; however, the amount of hay in a flake can vary greatly, depending on the size of the flake and the kind of hay.
Ideally, you should wait an hour or so after your horse has finished a meal before riding them. In addition, blood flow is diverted away from the digestive organs during periods of exertion, so gut movement slows and colic may be a real danger. When feeding a horse after work, let them cool down completely—their breathing rate should be back to normal, and their skin should not feel hot or sweaty.
Horses thrive on routine, and their amazingly accurate internal clocks make them much better timekeepers than their human caretakers. Horses should be kept on a consistent feeding schedule, with meals arriving at the same time each day. The rules of feeding your horse. A guide to what, when and how to feed your horse. If not, you can use a body weight tape to estimate how much he or she weighs.
Check with your Purina feed dealer for a Purina horse weight tape. Most people measure feed using some sort of scoop. However, feeding directions indicate feed should be measured in pounds. The same volume of different feeds will weigh different amounts, so it is important to weigh the amount of feed that your scoop holds.
A simple way to do this is to use a digital fishing scale. Just put your scoop of feed in a bag or bucket, and hang it on the scale. Be sure to subtract the weight of the empty bucket! You can also weigh the hay to determine how much hay your horse is getting fed. Body Condition Scoring To help determine if your horse is the appropriate weight for his or her size and frame, you can use the Body Condition Scoring system.
The scale ranges from a score of 1 poor or extremely thin to 9 extremely fat. The nutritional composition of hay made from different plants also varies by moisture content and phosphorous levels. When choosing hay for your pony, look for one with a carbohydrate level of around 10 percent. Ponies typically have low insulin resistance and should avoid eating hay with high NSC levels. Grass hays usually have a high fiber content with low levels of NSC and protein.
If you have a pasture full of rich grass, your pony could over-eat and become grossly overweight. You can use a grazing muzzle to limit the amount of grass it eats or feed the pony hay in a stall or paddock to control its weight. But limiting grazing and reducing its weight is the action of a responsible owner. Obese ponies are susceptible to developing painful and debilitating diseases. Hay is fed to ponies without access to pasture grass or ones kept in a stall. Hay is made from a wide variety of grass with different nutritional values and caloric properties.
Choosing the correct type of hay is critical to the health of your pony. Few ponies need concentrated feed as a part of their diet. Feed concentrates are whole grains or formulated feeds such as sweet feeds or pellets.
The average pony should maintain its health on a diet of good forage. If you suspect your pony is missing some nutrients, check with your veterinarian and follow his advice.
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