{"title":"Spring: turnout \u0026 moulting","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn spring two things happen at once: your horse goes back out into the field and he loses his winter coat. This collection brings together what you need for that, from a grazing muzzle to curry combs and grooming blocks, with an explanation of how to adjust gradually to the young grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGetting used to the field\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung spring grass can contain a lot of sugar (fructan), especially on sunny days after a cold night. Horses that ate hay all winter are not adjusted to it. So build up turnout time in small steps: start with short periods and extend them slowly over several weeks. If you are unsure how much grazing suits your horse, for example because he puts on weight easily or has had hoof problems before, consult your vet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrazing muzzle and herbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a grazing muzzle such as The Ultimate Muzzle, your horse can stand and move outside but takes in less grass. You attach the muzzle to a headcollar; there is a version that sits lower on the head for ponies. More on losing weight and low-sugar feeding is in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-diet-grazing-muzzle\"\u003ehorse on a diet\u003c\/a\u003e. Excellent Horse Sugar in Balance, a herb blend, is also part of this collection. Read the composition and directions for use on the label and consult your vet before you give it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGetting the winter coat out\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor moulting there are rubber curry combs from Vplast in two sizes, curry combs with sweat scraper, the Grooming Block and the Massage \u0026amp; Egg remover. Work first with the curry comb in circles and then sweep away the loose hair. Detailed tips are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-moulting-curry-combs\"\u003emoulting: curry combs and coat brushes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA grazing muzzle must fit well: too loose rubs, too tight presses. Do not leave your horse in it day and night without checking.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe warmer weather also brings the first flies. Think in good time about \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-fly-horsefly-and-tick-protection\"\u003eprotection against flies, horseflies and ticks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAfter the winter, check headcollars and rugs for wear; you will find new ones in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/headcollars-rugs-and-fly-masks\"\u003eheadcollars, rugs and fly masks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll other items for horses and ponies are under \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-supplies\"\u003eeverything for your horse\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow soon can my horse go out all day again in spring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuild up turnout time over several weeks, from short to long. If you are unsure what suits your horse, consult your vet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does grass contain the most sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEspecially on sunny days after cold nights and during rapid growth in spring. Grazing in the early morning therefore often means less sugar than in the afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I groom my horse differently in spring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring moulting he sheds a lot more hair. Use a rubber curry comb and a sweat scraper more often, and clean your brushes after every session.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-ultimate-muzzle-cob-zephyr-short","title":"The Ultimate Muzzle Cob (Zephyr \/ Short)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ultimate Muzzle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese grazing muzzles can be used when your horse needs to lose some weight, for example to prevent obesity or laminitis. 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