Posted: 21st April 2017 | Back to news feed
Here in Britain, one of the most common causes for laminitis is horses and ponies grazing in lush pastures, especially around spring when the new grass is growing. However there are many causes of this painful condition.
Other factors may include obesity, Cushing’s Disease, hormonal problems, excessive concussion, systemic infections and pituitary tumours.
The Trickle Net is a highly effective tool for the dietary management of horses and ponies prone to laminitis. Horse owners are advised that they should not starve them, as this can do more damage than good. Trickle Nets provide the perfect solution and encourage the horse to eat at a more relaxed and natural ‘grazing’ rhythm.
The Trickle Net helps by slowing down the rate at which horses and ponies eat their hay, thanks to the robust small holes which only allow small amounts of hay to be taken at a time and so prolonging eating time. This means the horse or pony can eat less but taking longer to eat it.
Trickle Nets are made from 4mm rot proof braided polythene, meaning they are extremely strong and robust, prolonging the life of the net.
Owners can fit up to 8.5kgs of dry hay in the Trickle Net which will last longer and removes the need to fill spare nets, and saves time.
Trickle Net - £32.99.
For further information please visit: www.tricklenet.co.uk
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