The same thing every year: It’s still 30°C outside – and yet your horse is already shedding its summer coat? Welcome to the autumn coat change! Because the switch from summer to winter coat isn’t triggered by temperature, but by the amount of daylight – and that already starts to decline from the end of June.
What many don’t know: Changing the coat is a major metabolic task. The body has to break down old proteins, produce new hair, and the liver and kidneys work overtime – and this is exactly where many horses reach their limit.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Why skin problems, swollen legs, or sheath swelling can be typical warning signs during coat change
- How you can naturally support the liver and kidneys with herbs like yarrow and nettle
- Why zinc and organic sulfur (MSM) are essential for a strong, thick winter coat
- And what to watch out for if your horse becomes especially sensitive during this time
Especially helpful for owners of older horses, young horses, horses with a weakened immune system, skin problems, or suspected Kryptopyrroluria (KPU).
There’s more to the coat change than just shedding hair.
It’s an indicator of your horse’s general health – and offers a chance to provide focused support.
Tune in now and create more well-being for your horse with simple steps:
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