Have you ever wondered why some horses get a lighter coat during the summer months? A sun bleached horse is a common problem, making the horse’s coat dull and faded.
When a horse grows its summer coat, it normally comes through with a vibrantly bright, and shiny appearance. However, if you live in a region with high levels of ...
The melanin in a horse’s coat also has another role, to protect proteins within the hair from damage. When the melanin itself is destroyed, proteins within the hair are ...
One of the main causes of sun bleaching in horses is a mineral deficiency, leading to reduced production of melanin. Feeding a complete feed or balancer at ...
It is not just your horse that can get sun bleached! Leather horse tack can also fade in the sun, turning from a lustrous dark brown to a dull tan color.