Keeping horses at a healthy weight can be an uphill struggle during the summer months, when the grass is at its richest.
Bransby Horses have been using a track system style of grazing to manage their overweight equines and would like to share the secrets to their success with owners.
On July 13, Bransby Horse’s dedicated Track System Ambassadors will be sharing what they have learned with horse owners, yard managers and anyone who is interested, at a free event.
Event organiser Rachel Dixon said: “We have used a track systems here for the last three years and realise how difficult it can be to manage a horse’s weight and still keep them happy. We want to share what we have learnt and give horse owners the knowledge and guidance to consider a track system on their land.”
Track systems are about creating a more natural herd related environment for horses, encouraging them to move about more and eat less.
At the event guests will find out more about a basic set-up around the perimeter of a field to more detailed information about how to keep horses motivated to move around and managing a herd.
Bransby Horses are one of the UK’s largest equine welfare charities, dedicated to improving the lives of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules.
For over 50 years they have been rescuing and caring for equines in need, and as the demand for their rescue and welfare work continues to rise, they successfully collaborate with others when needed to achieve the best possible outcome.
At their Make a Difference events, guest speakers and their experienced teams share their equine knowledge with horse owners as part of their ongoing mission to positively impact the lives of equines.
Managing Grazing with Track Systems takes place on Thursday July 13, 6.30pm – 9pm in the Clifford Marshall Building at Bransby Horses in Bransby near Lincoln.
The event is free but spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Light refreshments and free parking will be available.
For more information or to reserve your free space, please call 01427 788 464 or visit BransbyHorses.co.uk/MADE
