Eat, Sleep, Compete, Repeat

April 4, 2024

When competing, it is important to consistently reflect on previous experiences in order to improve performance.

As we move from one competition to the next, it is key to consider what routine did and didn’t work. Combining what you learnt about your horse’s feeding routine with your feeding goal, you should...

Top Tips For Managing Forage On The Go: Part Two

March 8, 2024

Most horses, given time and training, will adapt to eating while being transported. However, some will only eat when stationary, and some won’t eat sufficient quantities to keep their gut happy. Knowing which camp your horse falls into is key to managing forage on the go.

Why are forage and water...

Consistency Is Key for Horses

March 8, 2024

When it comes to keeping your horse’s gut happy, maintaining a consistent diet is key. While some horses will cope with rapid change and a variable routine, others thrive on consistency and can really struggle when things are thrown out of kilter. Unfortunately for the performance horse, a busy schedule...

Don’t Underestimate The Value of Preparation

February 19, 2024

Good planning and preparation are essential for success in any sport, perhaps even more so when heavily reliant upon half a tonne of horse! Pre-season checks of vital signs and reflection on the previous season should help form a plan of action so that your performance horse is fully prepared...

Know Your Horse Inside Out

February 6, 2024

While we may all be aware of the importance of knowing and keeping track of our horse's vital signs, such as temperature and respiratory rate, more fundamental factors, such as forage and water intake and appearance and consistency of manure, can be overlooked.

Knowing what is normal for your horse can...

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Horse Forage During Winter

December 11, 2023

Every winter, horse owners face the challenge of ensuring their horses are kept well-nourished. One key element that determines a horse's health is the quality of forage it consumes. At M&T, we pride ourselves on being hay and haylage suppliers who provide the highest quality forage tailored to individual horses’...