How mash can help alleviate and manage digestive issues

As we strive to improve our horses' health and well-being, understanding their nutritional needs becomes increasingly important. Digestive issues can be a significant challenge for many horses, affecting their performance, mood, and overall health. In this article, we explore how mash can play a key role in managing and alleviating these problems, thereby contributing to an improved quality of life for our four-legged friends.

Understanding the horse's digestive system
A horse's digestive system is unique and requires specific care to function optimally. Digestive problems such as colic, ulcers, and gas buildup are common and can cause significant discomfort as well as long-term health issues. An important factor in preventing these conditions is ensuring a diet that supports the horse's natural digestive processes.

What is mash and its benefits?
Mash is a wet feed mixture that traditionally consists of crushed ingredients soaked to a porridge-like consistency. It has long been used to facilitate digestion and as a nutritious meal for horses during recovery. The benefits of mash include:

Several studies have shown positive effects of mash on horses' digestive systems. Mash can help reduce the risk of colic and improve water absorption in the large intestine, which is crucial for maintaining healthy digestion.

Integrating mash into a horse's diet can offer a range of benefits to support digestive health and reduce the risk of related problems. By tailoring mash to the horse's individual needs and closely monitoring its effects, horse owners can contribute to an improved quality of life for their animals.

What makes Höveler’s Pur.Mash different from other mash varieties?
We recommend Pur.Mash because, unlike many other varieties, it is completely free from grains and molasses, which has positive effects on the stomach and intestines. Because it is grain-free, it is instead filled with several beneficial sources of prebiotics. Prebiotics help build up the horse's own good bacteria in the gut.

What do the different ingredients in Pur.Mash do for your horse?
The components of Pur.Mash are specially selected for their supportive properties for the stomach and intestines. Below are some of the benefits of certain ingredients:

Alfalfa
√ Higher nutritional content than grass
√ Provides fiber and structure to the intestines

Apple pomace
√ Rich in pectin
√ Protective effect on the stomach and intestines

Linseed
√ Mucilage-forming properties that protect the stomach and intestinal mucosa
√ Supports digestion
√ Contains Omega-3 fatty acids

Chamomile
√ Anti-inflammatory
√ Antibacterial
√ Relaxing for the muscles in the stomach and intestinal tract