“Colic and Cold Weather: Protecting Your Horse This Winter with Help from NRG Stockgain”
Why Colic Risk Increases in Winter – And How Stockgain Can Help
As temperatures drop, the risk of colic in horses rises. Colic, a general term for abdominal pain, can become more common during winter due to changes in feeding and hydration levels.
Why is the risk higher?
In colder weather, horses often drink less water, especially if it’s icy cold or frozen. This reduced water intake can lead to dehydration and dry gut contents, increasing the chance of impaction colic. Horses may also be less active, slowing digestion down further. Coupled with diets heavier in dry hay and less fresh pasture, these factors create the perfect storm for digestive upset.
Benefits of Supporting Hydration and Digestion
Increasing your horse’s hydration levels helps keep everything moving smoothly, reducing the risk of colic. Cold temperatures can discourage drinking, making it essential to find ways to boost moisture intake through supplementation. Supporting digestion with trace elements like sodium, potassium, and magnesium (All found within Stockgain !) promotes healthy gut motility and nutrient absorption. These minerals help maintain the balance of fluids and digestive function, offering critical protection against colic during colder months.
How Stockgain Can Help
NRG Stockgain is a liquid sweet feed supplement designed to be mixed into both feed and water increasing the moisture content of each meal, making it easier for horses to stay hydrated. Its palatable taste helps maintain consistent feed intake, even when appetites drop in winter. With its 23 trace elements, Stockgain also provides essential electrolytes and nutrients that support normal gut movement and metabolism.
By combining better hydration, balanced minerals, and improved palatability, Stockgain is a valuable tool to help protect your horse’s digestive health this winter.
