It may even be beneficial, says brand.
An equine bedding manufacturer is highlighting that it’s fine for horses to nibble their straw beds. It’s probably even good for them…
Sundown Products has collated clinical studies on the subject. And now it’s launched a Switch To Straw campaign to help retailers get the message across.
“The research indicates that not only is it safe for horses to browse a little of their straw bedding, it’s actually beneficial,” says Rachel Cubitt of the Cambridgeshire based company.
There are additional welfare benefits to horses picking at straw bedding, she adds.
“It’s a natural, cost-effective way to increase their fibre intake. And increased eating time helps reduce periods of time when the gut is empty, and therefore reduces the risk of issues such as ulcers.”
Sundown Products supplies a range of chopped straw products.
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