Clover's energy, protein and fiber content make it a good feed source for horses. Mold-infected clover can cause slobbers, liver damage and bleeding in horses. ... Red, white, alsike and sweet clovers commonly grow throughout the United States. Many horse owners use clover in pasture and hay mixes.

Is clover toxic to horses?

The clover plants themselves are non-toxic and it is the fungus that contains the toxin slaframine that causes the undesirable symptoms in horses. ... Unlike the relatively non-toxic red and white clovers, alsike clover is known to cause two more serious conditions in horses: photosensitization and big liver syndrome.

What clover is OK for horses?

When used as a feed source, clover can provide your horses with sufficient protein, energy, and fiber to help meet their daily requirements. The three varieties that will most commonly grow in your horse's pastures are red clover, white clover, and alsike clover.