Spring Grass Acclimation: Slow and Steady!

VTRA
Mar 13
1 min read

We’re starting our yearly process of acclimating the horses to grass so they’ll be ready for daily access to the back field once it opens. This slow introduction is essential to keep their tummies happy, healthy, and safe as spring grazing begins. This week, each horse will enjoy 5 to 10 minutes of grass time. We’ll gradually increase the duration every week until the back field is ready to welcome the herd, fingers crossed for the end of Spring Break Camps!

A huge thank-you to our incredible grooms for helping with this important wellbeing routine. Your consistency keeps our horses healthy and comfortable during this seasonal transition.

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