When your horse sweats, he loses salt and other key minerals that support normal nerve and muscle function. If these lost minerals aren’t replenished, your horse may be left with a nutritional imbalance that won’t allow him to be in optimal health.
Sweating horse = Loss of nutrients
When your horse sweats, he loses salt and other key minerals that support normal nerve and muscle function and if these lost minerals aren't replenished, your horse may be left with a nutritional imbalance.
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According to SmartPak, pasture, hay, and fortified grain provide very little salt, but an electrolyte supplement can help supply your horse with what he needs. SmartLytes® Pellets from SmartPak contain a comprehensive selection of salt and minerals that mimics what your horse loses in sweat, helping bring him back into balance when his normal diet falls short.
Drink up! Did you know that your horse needs at least 1 ounce of salt and 5-10 gallons of water everyday!
Try combining an electrolyte like SmartLytes Pellets and a Himalayan Salt Lick for the ultimate hydration motivation.
Encouraging hydration in your horse:
Proper hydration is essential for your horse’s well-being and when he sweats during the hot days of summer, he loses fluids that need to be replaced. Dehydration can lead to serious consequences, including colic. The salt in electrolytes like SmartLytes® encourages your horse to drink, helping him stay happy and hydrated all year long.
Read more about Electrolytes