Salt is one of the simplest ways to protect gut health in cold weather. Electrolytes keep a horse’s cells, nerves, muscles, and hydration systems working. When a horse doesn’t get enough sodium It robs potassium from the tissues to compensate. The solution isn’t fancy electrolyte mixes, it’s salt.
Anhidrosis in horses is a condition where they can't sweat properly. Sweating is crucial for horses to cool down, especially in hot and humid weather or during exercise.