22/05/2026
And you know where to come to grab that forage, right?!
Why Do Equines Need Forage Throughout the Day and Night? 🐴
Equines produce gastric acid continuously- 24 hours a day, whether they are eating or not. That’s why steady access to forage matters so much for their comfort and health.
Every time an equine chews and swallows forage, saliva is produced. Saliva is a natural alkaline substance that helps buffer gastric acid, support digestion, and protect the stomach lining.
Without enough forage throughout the day and night, gastric acid can stay unbuffered, increasing discomfort and the risk of gastric ulcers.
Why empty stomach time doesn’t work for equines
When the stomach is left empty for too long, it simply doesn’t work well for equines because steady forage intake:
🌿 Supports healthier digestion
🌿 Helps naturally buffer stomach acid
🌿 Encourages natural eating behavior
🌿 Helps reduce the risk of gastric ulcers
🌿 Supports overall comfort and well-being
Equines were never meant to go long periods without forage.
What a steady forage routine really does for your equine
A steady forage routine helps the equine body function the way it was naturally meant to:
🌿 Supports healthier digestion
🌿 Helps naturally buffer stomach acid
🌿 Encourages natural eating behavior
🌿 Helps reduce the risk of gastric ulcers
🌿 Supports overall comfort and well-being
Click the Link Below:
https://www.thehaypillow.com/blogs/news/equine-gastric-acid-12-facts-you-may-not-know
