Q1 Prevention Series

Ice, Liniment, Hydration: The 3-Step Prevention System

Published January 20, 2026 • Draw It Out® Horse Health Care Solutions

Why systems beat single solutions

Most setbacks happen when care is reactive. One day ice. Another day nothing. Then a product change when something looks wrong.

Systems remove guesswork. They give your horse the same support every day, whether things feel great or just slightly off.

Step 1: Cooling when the work demands it

Cooling helps manage post-work heat and circulation stress. It’s most useful after harder efforts—not every single day.

When cooling is part of your routine, it should be followed by drying and support—not left unfinished.

Learn the full cooling flow here: Horse Ice Bath Recovery

Step 2: Daily liniment gel support

Liniment gel is the connective tissue of a prevention system. It supports circulation and soft tissue day after day.

• Thin, even application
• Focus on high-use zones
• Consistency over intensity

Daily foundation options live here: Draw It Out® Liniment Collection

Step 3: Hydration to keep tissues resilient

Dehydration tightens tissue, slows recovery, and increases risk—especially in winter. Hydration is prevention most riders overlook.

Start with the basics here: Hydro-Lyte® Electrolyte Support

Why this matters most in winter

• Less turnout
• Slower circulation
• Colder, tighter tissues
• Higher risk of “quiet” setbacks