With the arrival of spring comes longer days, greener pastures, and more turnout time, giving your horse the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. However, with all the excitement of fresh grass and changing temperatures, Spring Fever can also take a toll on your horse’s health. As your horse adjusts to the season, it’s essential to keep an eye on their physical and emotional well-being. Oxy-Gen Equine offers a range of products designed to support your horse through this transition, ensuring they stay comfortable, healthy, and ready to perform.

What is Spring Fever?

Spring Fever refers to the behavioral and physical changes horses go through as the seasons shift. This includes the excitement of increased turnout, the switch to fresh pasture, and sometimes the impact of seasonal allergens. During this time, your horse may experience:

• Increased energy levels: The warmer weather and extra turnout time can lead to your horse feeling more energetic, which can sometimes result in restlessness or "fresh."

• Digestive upset: Fresh, nutrient-rich spring grass can be difficult for some horses to digest, causing digestive issues such as colic, bloating, or diarrhea.

• Respiratory issues: The onset of spring also means more pollen and allergens in the air, which can irritate your horse’s respiratory system and lead to symptoms like coughing, nasal discharge, and difficulty breathing.

• Behavioral changes: With more energy and excitement, your horse may become a bit more anxious or stressed, which can affect their overall behavior and performance.

How Oxy-Gen Equine Products Can Help Manage Spring Fever

Managing Spring Fever is about more than just adjusting your horse’s turnout and diet. Using the right Oxy-Gen Equine products can provide essential support to help your horse adapt and thrive this spring.

1. Oxy-Bio Gut – Support Digestive Health

The change to grazing on fresh spring grass can cause digestive upset in some horses, especially if they have sensitive stomachs or are introduced to new pastures too quickly. Oxy-Bio Gut is a powerful supplement designed to support your horse’s digestive system.

With prebiotics, probiotics, and natural digestive enzymes, Oxy-Bio Gut helps promote healthy gut function, reduce inflammation, and support proper digestion. This product ensures that your horse’s digestive tract can handle the changes in their diet, preventing issues like colic, bloating, or diarrhea commonly associated with fresh grass.

2. Oxy 2X – Respiratory Health and Immune Support

Spring allergies and environmental irritants like pollen, mold, and dust can cause respiratory issues in your horse, making it harder for them to breathe comfortably. Oxy 2X is formulated to support respiratory health, reduce inflammation, and improve overall lung function.

By helping to clear the airways, Oxy 2X alleviates symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and nasal discharge. It also boosts your horse’s immune system, helping them handle allergens more effectively. This means fewer respiratory issues and a more comfortable horse, whether they're in the stable or out in the pasture.

3. Oxy Calming Pellets – Manage Stress and Behavioral Changes

Spring’s longer days and increased activity can lead to higher energy levels in your horse, which can sometimes result in anxiety, stress, or excitability. To help your horse remain calm and collected, Oxy Calming Pellets provide natural support for managing stress and nervous energy.

These pellets are designed to help your horse stay relaxed without compromising their performance or focus. They contain natural ingredients like magnesium and tryptophan, which support relaxation and a calm demeanor. By incorporating Oxy Calming Pellets into your horse’s daily routine, you can prevent the nervous energy and behavioral issues that often come with Spring Fever.

Additional Tips for Managing Spring Fever

Alongside using Oxy-Gen Equine products, here are a few tips to help manage Spring Fever and ensure your horse’s health during the seasonal transition:

• Gradual introduction to new pasture: Introduce your horse to fresh grass slowly to avoid sudden digestive upset. Limit their grazing time and gradually increase it as their digestive system adjusts.

• Monitor hydration: Fresh grass has a higher water content, but your horse may still require extra hydration, especially with the increased activity and warmer weather. Ensure fresh water is always available.

• Provide adequate exercise: The extra energy that comes with Spring Fever can lead to restlessness. Make sure your horse gets enough exercise to burn off this excess energy in a healthy way.

• Consult with your veterinarian: If your horse is showing signs of severe respiratory issues, digestive problems, or extreme behavioral changes, it’s always a good idea to check with your vet to rule out any underlying conditions.

Conclusion

Spring is an exciting time for horses, but it also comes with challenges like digestive upset, respiratory issues, and behavioral changes. By using Oxy-Gen Equine products like Oxy-Bio Gut, Oxy 2X, and Oxy Calming Pellets, you can support your horse’s health and comfort as they transition into the new season. These products help ensure your horse’s digestive system, respiratory health, and overall demeanor remain balanced, so they can enjoy all the benefits of Spring without the discomfort of Spring Fever.