Weekend Wellness, by Kentucky Performance Products: To Walk or Not To Walk

That is the question…

… and our friends at Kentucky Performance Products have the answer.

Walking won’t cure colic and it isn’t always in your horse’s best interest (or yours) to walk him for hours and hours.

Contrary to popular belief, there isn’t evidence that rolling causes the gut to twist; however, a thrashing horse can injure themselves in other ways.

First and foremost, if you suspect your horse has colic, call the vet immediately.

Follow these guidelines while waiting for the vet to arrive:

• If a colicky horse is lying quietly in a safe place, let them rest.
• If your horse is uncomfortable and rolling, or if he is in a place that is dangerous and you can safely do so, get him up and walk him.
• If a horse is thrashing about, keep your distance until the vet arrives.

You can learn some key to strategies to reduce colic here. 

About Kentucky Performance Products, LLC:

Research has shown that when used in combination, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate support cartilage structure and optimal joint function. Horses with healthy joints feel better, perform to their potential, and stay sounder longer.

Joint ArmorTM is a research-proven, super affordable formula that provides your horse with the nutrients necessary to support both healthy joint cartilage and synovial fluid.
Joint Armor:

• Maintains fluid motion and flexibility in joints.
• Provides high levels of both glucosamine and chondroitin, plus 100 mg of hyaluronic acid.
• Supports normal cartilage development and reduces joint deterioration.
• Is affordable; one jar lasts up to 75 days.

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