Pet & Paddock Supplements

Salt - Fine 2kg

Sodium is the main electrolyte found in the blood and the fluid surrounding cells. If sodium levels are low, the blood won't hold enough water. 

This causes the adrenal gland to release the hormone aldosterone, which tells the kidneys: "Don't let any sodium leave the body!" When the kidneys hold on to sodium, they excrete potassium in its place, creating an imbalance. Inadequate sodium intake can promote or aggravate conditions such as anhydrosis (lack of or inadequate sweating), tying up (a muscular disorder resulting in stiff and/or trembling muscles after exertion) and a rapid heart rate.  

It can also influence the horse to avoid drinking water as the body seeks to keep from flushing away sodium. (And inadequate water consumption is always a risk factor for impaction colic).

Linseed Oil

Linseed Oil is Easy to Digest

Linseed oil is a more beneficial source of energy than cereal feeds as it is easier to digest and so less likely to cause gut disturbance. ... Oil is also a great option for horses which are prone to laminitis, tying-up, colic, Sweet-Itch and other skin conditions.

Magnesium is essential for brain and nerve function. It is also vital for hair and horn growth. Many pastures are deficient in magnesium so supplementation is often necessary. Magnesium oxide provides a readily absorbable source of magnesium that can also help neutralise excess stomach acid.

Magnesium supplementation is often used to help calm horses who suffer from anxiety and nervousness. It is also thought to be helpful for horses with poor quality hoof growth and is often recommended for horses exhibiting low-grade foot pain due to poor metabolic function.

Magnesium Oxide is about 50% absorbable, depending on the relative levels of Calcium also present. The advantage of magnesium oxide is that the body will not absorb it if there is no deficiency, so it is difficult to overdose a horse using this source.

Dose Rate:

The normal blood level for Magnesium in horses is 2.2-2.7mg/dl, according to National Research Council in 2007 (NRC), serum magnesium values below 1.6mg/dl are defined as hypomagnesaemia. According to NRC, an intake of 20mg of Magnesium per kilogram of bodyweight per day is necessary to maintain normal blood serum levels. Thus, for a 500kg horse in light to moderate exercise, an intake of 10g per day is necessary to maintain blood levels.

Granulated Garlic - 1Kg

It is believed that garlic is one of the most effective natural healing substances in the world.

There are many benefits of garlic including antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic effects, pain relief, reducing blood pressure, improving respiratory diseases and infections and acting as a fly repellent.

Garlic can be used as a regular equine feed supplement. 

Garlic is rich in selenium & sulfur. Sulphur is recognized as having blood-cleansing properties that are useful in preventing disease. It is essential that over supplementation of garlic does not occur.

Apple Cider Vinegar 

The Benefits of Feeding Your Horse Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)

1. Improve digestion and balance PH levels in your horse

Apple Cider Vinegar works to acidify the horse’s stomach for better digestion, cleansing the digestic tract.  It can also aid in the absorption of minerals and helps balance the acid/alkaline ratio which is essential for good health.  ACV can work as a natural anti-biotic, and can discourage parasites and water-borne diseases.  Apple Cider Vinegar also contains anti-oxidants, which are vital to protect the horse’s body from free radicals which can cause a lot of damage.

2. Ease Arthritis symptoms & help with joint movement and muscle function

Both horses and humans have benefited from ACV to help control the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis.  It can help break down acid crystals, which can build up in joints and cause your horse tissue stiffness and soreness. 

3. Natural Insect Control

By feeding your horse or pony ACV daily in their feed, it causes higher levels of thiamine (vitamin B) to be excreted through their skin, which discourages biting insects such as flies and mosquitos. 

You can also make your own fly repellant by mixing together 2 cups ACV, 1 cup water, 1 cup bath oil and 2 teaspoons of citronella.  Simply mix well and spray over the horse’s coat for a natural fly repellent!

4. Mane and Tail Conditioner

Condition your horse’s mane and tail naturally by adding 1 cup of ACV to a bucket of water for the final rinse after washing your horse’s tail.  Use a spray bottle for the mane with the same quantities of water and ACV.  This will leave your horse’s mane and tail incredibly soft and smooth and will remove any soap residue.

Soya Oil

This fatty acid is an essential component in the horse's diet and promotes good skin and coat condition, whilst oil in general is a concentrated source of slow release, non-heating energy for the promotion of stamina or weight gain.

Molasses is primarily used to naturally sweeten feeds to enhance their palatability.

 If your horse is in a lot of work, it is recommended to include sugar in the hard feed as a source of energy.

That is why molasses is often used in horse feed. In addition, molasses is a good source of potassium.

Magnesium is essential for brain and nerve function. It is also vital for hair and horn growth. Many pastures are deficient in magnesium so supplementation is often necessary. Magnesium oxide provides a readily absorbable source of magnesium that can also help neutralise excess stomach acid.

Magnesium supplementation is often used to help calm horses who suffer from anxiety and nervousness. It is also thought to be helpful for horses with poor quality hoof growth and is often recommended for horses exhibiting low-grade foot pain due to poor metabolic function.

Magnesium Oxide is about 50% absorbable, depending on the relative levels of Calcium also present. The advantage of magnesium oxide is that the body will not absorb it if there is no deficiency, so it is difficult to overdose a horse using this source.

Dose Rate:

The normal blood level for Magnesium in horses is 2.2-2.7mg/dl, according to National Research Council in 2007 (NRC), serum magnesium values below 1.6mg/dl are defined as hypomagnesaemia. According to NRC, an intake of 20mg of Magnesium per kilogram of bodyweight per day is necessary to maintain normal blood serum levels. Thus, for a 500kg horse in light to moderate exercise, an intake of 10g per day is necessary to maintain blood levels.

Salt - Fine 1Kg

Sodium is the main electrolyte found in the blood and the fluid surrounding cells. If sodium levels are low, the blood won't hold enough water. 

This causes the adrenal gland to release the hormone aldosterone, which tells the kidneys: "Don't let any sodium leave the body!" When the kidneys hold on to sodium, they excrete potassium in its place, creating an imbalance. Inadequate sodium intake can promote or aggravate conditions such as anhydrosis (lack of or inadequate sweating), tying up (a muscular disorder resulting in stiff and/or trembling muscles after exertion) and a rapid heart rate.  

It can also influence the horse to avoid drinking water as the body seeks to keep from flushing away sodium. (And inadequate water consumption is always a risk factor for impaction colic).

Corn Oil

Corn oil contains 2.25 times the energy of an equal unit of starch, and depending on the hybrid, high-oil corn typically contains 50 to 100 percent more oil than typical corn. The higher oil content results from these hybrids producing a larger germ portion of the kernel. The larger germ also contributes to a higher protein content with greater concentrations of essential amino acids such as lysine, tryptophan, methionine, and cystine.