Springtime is a transition time. From the desolate emptiness of nutrition in winter to the explosion of food and water in spring horses need time and balancing into this new season. Pollen, mold, fungus, sugar and all the bugs and insects that come with their release are in the air and in the food your horses are ingesting.

In the wild, horses are constantly moving and searching for what they need and will not be stuck in one spot to gorge on whatever is available. Our domestic horses are stuck in stalls, paddocks, pastures, fields, dry lots, runs, pens and depend on us to support them through the seasonal changes.

I recommend that you use a pure form of iodine (Iosol) mixed with water to help balance your horse's glands and thyroid function with the grass/grazing increase and all of the irritants that go along with plant growth. Mix 1 drop of Iosol with 1 oz of water and shake. I use a 16 oz. water bottle and put 16 drops in it. Using a large syringe I drench 10-15 ccs per day for my youngsters and 30 ccs for Redge, my older Hanoverian, as he is highly reactive to the spring grass. It is highly effective in balancing your horse's filtering systems.

Also, make sure your horse is on a good probiotic to keep the GI tract smooth and working efficiently while new plant matter is being introduced.