Hygain (NZ)

The ultimate high protein nutritional package

Super Amino 66® contains 66% protein with a unique, horse specific amino acid profile.

Containing all 10 essential amino acids (EAA) and increased levels of the valuable branched chain amino acids (BCAA), Super Amino 66® may be beneficial in the building and repair of muscle. 

A full complement of vitamins and minerals, with the addition of potent antioxidants may be of assistance in recovery following heavy work.

Super Amino 66® contains a balanced blend of 10 Essential Amino Acids (EAA) and Branded Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) in a 'horse specific' profile, including Bonafide® plus other nutrients as detailed below.

Essential Amino Acids: Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Threonine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Histidine, Tryptophan, Arginine, Isoleucine, Valine and Leucine. Branched Chain Amino Acids: Isoleucine, Valine and Leucine.

Exclusive to Hygain® and Mitavite®! 

BONAFIDE® contains Quinaquanone®, a patented, water soluble and bioavailable form of Vitamin K1 and K2.

Vitamin K1 & K2 have a critical effect on the function of osteocalcin, the bone protein that binds the mineral and protein in the bone together. Without sufficient Vitamin K the binding process is incomplete and low density or defective bone and cartilage are produced.

Vitamin K1 & K2 are naturally available in fresh, growing, green pasture but they are highly unstable, being degraded by UV light, wilting or 'wintering off'.
Horses that do not have constant access to high quality pasture are likely to be deficient in Vitamin K, leading to a reduction in bone density and strength.

Horses removed from Vitamin K rich pasture and brought into a box/yard regime have demonstrated a reduction in bone density within 7-10 days.

Hoofgain™ - Hoof Supplement for Horses

Same trusted and proven Mitavite® formula in a new look – exclusive to Mitavite® and Hygain®!

AN AID IN THE MAINTENANCE OF HOOF INTEGRITY

A blend of essential vitamins, minerals and fatty acids in a palatable formulation.

Hygain® HOOFGAIN™ is a safe and comprehensive hoof supplement for horses. Our formula provides critical minerals that your horse can't produce on its own - in addition to other crucial vitamins. Contains:

Biotin: A vital co-enzyme to assist in the forming of Keratin from key amino acids.

Methionine: A primary sulphur bearing amino acid that along with cysteine (which Methionine can synthesize) are essential ingredients in Keratin. Methionine must be provided in increased levels where hoof growth is desired.

Zinc: Key mineral in hoof and coat health. Hoof quality will often suffer where Zinc supply is marginal.

Vitamin A: One of the carotenoids essential to all keratinized tissue. Supplementation particularly essential for horses not on high quality fresh pasture.

Vitamin E: Benefits of Vitamin E as an antioxidant are well documented and is also an essential nutrient for renewal of Keratin.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids: Essential nutrient in the formation of supple and strong membranes including hoof wall microtubules and laminae.

Iodine: Deficiency in this mineral often causes poor coat and hoof quality.

Why are Hoof Supplements for Horses Important?

Hoof supplements for horses are often needed for two major reasons:

A horse is often only as healthy as its hoofs. Horses are literally on their hoofs all day and cannot perform their desired workload if they are in pain or have poor structural health.

Hoof supplements are engineered to provide important vitamins that are often missing from a horse's natural diet. Just as important, the horse supplements provide minerals that a horse cannot produce on its own. The only source of these minerals are straight from the feed and supplements they eat.

If your horse has a demanding workload or is advancing in its years, we strongly encourage you to discuss a hoof supplement for your horse with your veterinarian.