Electrolytes

Aug 18, 2025 | 8:00 AM

Today on Greenhawk’s Pro Tips: When the mercury climbs and you’re reaching for a cold drink, don’t forget—your horse needs hydration help too! Sure, you know to give your horse salt, but is salt the only thing they need? Not quite! Salt is just one of several electrolytes horses lose when they sweat—especially on hot days or after a hard workout.

Electrolytes like salt, potassium, magnesium, and calcium keep your horse’s muscles, nerves, and even their heart running smoothly. Did you know a horse can lose up to 4 gallons of sweat—and about 30 teaspoons of body salts—in just one hour of exercise? That’s a whole lot of salt!

So, when should you reach for electrolytes instead of just salt? If your horse is working up a sweat or spending hours in the summer sun, it’s time to replenish those lost minerals. Not sure what to choose? Greenhawk has a wide range of electrolytes to keep your equine partner happy, healthy, and ready for adventure!

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