09/03/2026
As the heat of summer fades and fall comes on the scene, the grass in your pasture is also changing. The warm days and cooler nights cause the grass to accumulate higher levels of sugar. This can be especially problematic for metabolic or metabolic-prone horses and ponies. Management tweaks such as turnout schedules, muzzle wearing, and feed adjustments are as crucial to stay on top of in the fall as they are with incoming grass in the spring. If you have questions on helping your horse transition from summer to fall, contact one of our equine specialists.