💦 Providing sufficient water is fundamental to your pony or horse’s daily health.
💦 Dehydration can happen quickly in horses. You can check for continued good hydration in various ways:
- A skin pinch test
- Making sure urination remains normal, not decreased or very strong
- Look for well hydrated mucous membranes
💦 Water is necessary for good digestive health
- Promotes healthy digestion
- Helps prevent impaction colic
💦 Thermoregulation
- Horses rely on their ability to sweat to be able to cool down
- Without enough water horses can easily overheat
💦 Electrolyte Balance
- Vital for muscle and nerve function and cell integrity for daily health
- All Blue Chip balancers contain electrolyte provision
💦 Performance
- Good hydration helps improve stamina and overall performance
- If your pony/horse feels tired during exercise they may be dehydrated