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Grass clippings can be very dangerous to your horse. The potential for serious illness is high, so take precautions when collecting and disposing of lawn clippings.
There are many reasons why grass clippings can make your horse sick.
Choking Risk: Eating a big pile of lawn clippings is not the same as grazing. When a horse grazes, he must go through the motions of selecting, ripping, and thoroughly chewing grass. When faced with a great big pile of wet grass, a hungry horse may take big mouthfuls and end up with a wad of hay stuck in its esophagus. This condition is called choke and it's serious, usually requires the veterinary intervention.
Colic Risk: Additionally, lawn clippings will dramatically upset the balance of microbes in the hindgut, potentially leading to colic or laminitis.
Mold Risk: Damp, green clippings that have been left in a mower bag or pile begin to mildew and ferment quickly. Eating moldy, fermented grass can cause colic or diarrhea.
Respiratory Risk: Dry lawn clippings, on the other hand, can be dusty, triggering a reaction that leads to respiratory distress.
Toxic Exposure Risk: Finally, grass clippings may contain toxic chemicals or plants. Lawn care products are not suitable for use on pastures and therefore not suitable for consumption. And there are any number of toxic plants that may get mixed in with the grass clippings.
Mowing your pasture should not cause these problems. Usually, the clippings will dry quickly and be distributed throughout the pasture, eliminating the dangers associated with mold, fermentation and choke. The risk of toxic plant or chemical exposure is also eliminated. Horses can safely consume dry, well-distributed clippings along with the pasture grass.
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Silhouette of Horse-Drawn Hay Wagon at Sunset $39.99 Sam Abell Silhouette of Horse-Drawn Hay Wagon at Sunset - Photographic Print |
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Head Horseman Walking with Horse Pulling Hay Wagon $79.99 Hans Wild Head Horseman Walking with Horse Pulling Hay Wagon - Premium Photographic Print |
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Man on Horse with Donkey and Hay, on the Outskirts of Santiago, Chile $19.99 Aaron McCoy Man on Horse with Donkey and Hay, on the Outskirts of Santiago, Chile - Photographic Print |
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Donkey, Pony, Horse and Goats Eating Hay in an Outdoor Pen $39.99 Karine Aigner Donkey, Pony, Horse and Goats Eating Hay in an Outdoor Pen - Photographic Print |
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Russian Look of the Land Essay: Peasents with a Load of Hay on a Horse-Drawn Wagon $79.99 Howard Sochurek Russian Look of the Land Essay: Peasents with a Load of Hay on a Horse-Drawn Wagon - Premium Photographic Print |
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Three Children Helping Their Farmer Father to Bring in the Hay by Horse and Cart $24.99 Staniland Pugh Three Children Helping Their Farmer Father to Bring in the Hay by Horse and Cart - Photographic Print |
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Hay Hook T Handle $5.69 Hay Hook Quality Steel Construction Oversized Easy Grip Handle 7/16`` Diameter Hook. Our Hay Hook T Handle Is An Excellent Tool In The Dispersal Of Hay Bales Used To Safely Aid In The Lifting and Dispersal Of Barrels Of Hay The Unique T Handle Eliminates Grip Slippage. Search_Phrases: Stable,Stable Equipment,Equine,Horse,Equine Products,Imported Horse &Supply,Hay Hook T Handle |
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Hay Net Black With Rings $4.51 Long-Lasting Hay Net Made From Strong, Poly Cord 18 Strand Design With Rings Assures That Your Hay Will Stay In Place Mildew Proof Holds Up To A Quarter Bale Of Hay Secures With Draw Strings, Washable, Holds Up To 4 Flakes Of Hay. Search_Phrases: Stable,Stable Equipment,Equine,Horse,Equine Products,Partrade,Hay Healthy Edibles Black With Rings |
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Imported Horse &supply Hay Hook With T Handle - 139352 $19.25 Our hay hook t handle is an excellent tool in the dispersal of hay bales. Used to safely aid in the lifting and dispersal of barrels of hay. The unique t handle eliminates grip slippage. This Hay Hook with T Handle is one of many top quality items in our Hay Hooks department. |
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Imported Horse supply Hay Hook With T Handle 139352 $23.83 Our hay hook t handle is an excellent tool in the dispersal of hay bales. Used to safely aid in the lifting and dispersal of barrels of hay. The unique t handle eliminates grip slippage. This Hay Hook with T Handle is one of many top quality items in our Hay Hooks department. |
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Kensington Two Flake Hay Bag $37.95 Let your horse dine in style The Kensington Two Flake Hay Bag is perfect for hanging in the trailer or the stall when you and your horse are on the go. |
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Will Hay $7.99 Will Hay - Photo |
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Vintage Pinup Cowgirl Hay in Bra Horse Women's Tank Top by CafePress $22 This vintage Americana cowgirl pinup stands sits on a bale of hay with hay in her bra You know you're a cowgirl when there's hay in your bra. Horse Women's Tank Top Sporty and sexy, wear our women's tank top to beat the summer heat or workout in cool comfort. Our tank top is made of 100% combed ring spun cotton, and cut for a close, fashionable fit. Neck and armhole are carefully shaped to conceal a bra.6.1 o |
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Shires Small Hole Hay Net $9.95 Your hay will last longer with the Shires® Small Hole Hay Net. This hay net is designed with small 2" mesh holes which makes hay last longer prevents waste and slows feeding. Perfect for trailers and at events away from home This hay net is available in multiple colors. Horse: 40". Pony: 30". |
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Nylon Hay and Grain Feeder $19.99 Nylon Hay and Grain Feeder Graining your horse on the road is now possible with this unique, portable feeder. Extra 600-denier nylon provides lasting durability. Easy to carry and hang. Large top opening makes filling a breeze (comes with adjustable closure straps at the top so larger hay loads can be handled). Even without using the bottom tray for grain this bag works great to help keep your horse's hay from ending up stomped into the ground. Size: 32" tall x 22" wide x 11" deep. Color: Black. |
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Nylon Hay Bag Cordura $14.24 Designed To Be Stronger And More Durable Than Most Bags. Ventilated Nylon Bag Keeps Hay Loss To A Minimum. Metal Loops Attach To A Stall Or Trailer. Color: Navy With Black Trim. Imported. Search_Phrases: Stable,Stable Equipment,Equine,Horse,Equine Products,Imported Horse &Supply,Nylon Hay Bag Cordura |
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Heap of Hay Bales in Horse Carts, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, USA $129.99 Panoramic Images Heap of Hay Bales in Horse Carts, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, USA - Wall Decal |



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