Choices. These two areas run parallel to each other yet they choose to take the muddy option. Mud clearly bothers us more than it does them. They do have dry areas to use when they want to dry their feet out which is important and we keep on top of applying field paste.
Can’t believe we have cleavers growing in November! Picked a handful for each of the horses. Cleavers support the lymphatic system and assist with removing toxins from the body.
Pea gravel is an entry level surface and after sand, provides excellent stimulation and support especially for horses transitioning to barefoot or those recovering from laminitis. This is a clients freshly laid pea gravel area being used by her lucky horses.