It’s been a tough time for various animal owners, including farmers with sheep and cows, as well as horse owners. Shortages have been pushing up prices. At the same time, there are concerns about supplies. Many people can’t wait for spring to arrive so animals can go outside. It’s also a good time to look closely at feed rations and practices to see if you could save money. That is especially important with horse feed.

It all adds up

The main thing with horse owners is it’s relatively easy to overfeed be small amounts. However, that can add up to a massive amount over time. It can mean you are spending far more than you need to.

Even more importantly, keep in mind that horses can only digest so much. If you’re overfeeding, costly feeds and supplements can end up going into the muck pile with no benefit to the horse. You’re literally throwing your money away.

What to do?

There are a few things you can do here to ensure you are feeding horses effectively. Firstly, always feed by weight. It may take more time than using a scoop or pouring by eye, but it will be worth it. Make sure you weigh everything carefully to account for the density, especially supplements and complete horse feed.

Buying forage to give to horses can get very costly, especially at times like these when prices are higher than usual and supplies are struggling. So, you should avoid throwing money away by wasting it. One thing to think about is how much potentially goes to the muck pile because it mixes in with bedding materials. To reduce this, use slow feeders and nets. Again, make sure you weigh the forage to ensure you aren’t overfeeding.

Next, it is a really good idea to review what you are feeding your horse. It’s easy to forget to do this and get into a routine of giving the same ration over and over. However, you could be wasting money. This is especially true if you’re mixing several different things to create rations. A simpler meal could do the trick and reduce the need for expensive ingredients.

The most important thing though is to ensure you don’t compromise on quality. The ultimate goal is to give horses everything they need to be happy and healthy. Don’t cut back on the things they need or opt for cheaper, low quality alternatives. It can even end up being a false economy. If you use a higher quality feed but use less of it, you could actually save money overall.

Speak to us for tips about horse feed

JS Hubbuck Ltd can help you to make the right choices for horses and your budget. We have some fantastic products for different needs. More importantly, we can provide details about essential things like nutrient content. With this information, you can plan the perfect meals and reduce the chance of wastage.

So, if you need some help with horse feed, speak to us. We’re a reliable, knowledgeable business and deliver the kind of service that keeps customers coming back to us.