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How much hay does a horse eat a day?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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If it's grass hay they can eat as much as they want.

I don't know if this helps but I read somewhere that wild horses graze for up to 18 hours a day.

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It depends on the horse. Ask your vet to see what's right for your horse(s).


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Will second cut hay hurt the horse?

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