04/10/2026
‼️‼️DONT FEED OTHER PEOPLES HORSES‼️‼️
As I left our over flow yard today, I clocked a van in the village pulled up at a friend's paddock feeding there ponys with a large bag of carrots!!
'Their only carrots' is what the lady said to me as I asked her if she had been given permission to feed the horses!!
Even though it seems like a kind gesture, feeding someone else's horse can be incredibly dangerous—and even fatal.
Here is why:
• Severe Medical Conditions:
Many horses suffer from conditions like laminitis, EMS, or Cushings. Even a single apple, carrot, or handful of sweet feed can trigger a massive, painful medical emergency.
• Choke and Colic:
Feeding the wrong foods or cutting treats incorrectly can cause a horse to choke or experience severe colic, which is a leading cause of death in horses.
• Dietary Restrictions:
Some horses are on strict, medication-heavy diets. Extra food throws off their balance and can make their medications ineffective or toxic.
• Behavioral Issues:
Hand-feeding causes horses to become nippy and aggressive toward people, making them unsafe for children or their owners to handle.
If you see a horse in a paddock, please enjoy watching them from a safe distance, but keep the treats away.
If you are genuinely worried about a horse's weight or well-being,
please reach out to us directly or contact local authorities instead of taking matters into your own hands.
Let's keep our beautiful equine neighbors safe and healthy. Please share this post to help spread the word! 👇🐴
