Weight gain has to come from ingredients horses' bodies can actually use: fibre that supports the hindgut, protein that rebuilds muscle, fat that fuels without chaos, and forage that keeps the whole system steady. When you feed for biology instead of urgency, the weight comes back cleanly, the topline rebuilds, and the horse’s whole posture and comfort shift in the right direction.
Soaking feeds is one of those topics that sparks endless debate in horse groups, but the truth is far more balanced than the arguments suggest. This week, we’re breaking down the advantages, the drawbacks, and the actual research behind soaked vs. dry feeds.