Supplement Myths CRACKED`

 Read these eleven myths about the supplements you feed your horse to see what's not necessary, what is necessary and what you didn't know that can save you money.

11 SUPPLEMENT Myths BUSTED

Myth #1 - Healthy horses don't need supplements

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False. A smart supplement program is a tool for maintaining your horse’s good health. Modern horse keeping puts horses under stress from limited grazing, stall confinement, feeding grain and training. These factors disrupt the horse’s digestive health, immunity and well being. Even a horse that looks great could be fending off health problems like chronic inflammation, ulcers or insulin resistance. Help your horse thrive by first balancing his diet for vitamins and minerals. We also suggest adding Omega 3 fatty acids (see Myth #5). Next, ensure proper hydration with electrolytes as needed, and consider supplements for digestive support, joint support or other targeted “problem-solvers”.

Myth #2 - Horses on fortified grain don’t need a multi-vitamin

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False. Many horses on fortified grain also need a multi-vitamin. In our research of feeding practices, we found that 7 out of 10 horses were not getting enough vitamins and minerals from their fortified grain. To meet his nutrient requirements, your horse must get the full amount of fortified grain recommended on the feed bag for his age, weight and workload. But like many horses, yours may not need the amount of calories that much grain provides. Feeding a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement is the perfect way to “close the gap” by adding the nutrients he needs without extra calories he doesn’t.

Myth #3 - Skinny horses need more grain

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False. Underweight horses may have other problems that need to be addressed before increasing their grain intake. If your horse can’t maintain a healthy weight, be sure he gets a complete veterinary exam that includes a dental check and parasite test, and assess his overall diet before adding more grain. Feeding excess grain can lead to digestive problems like ulcers and colic. A horse’s digestive system was built for constant grazing, and an average-sized horse should eat 10-20 lbs of forage daily. A multi-vitamin can provide additional nutrients if needed. If he is a hard keeper, or in work and needs grain, space it out over at least 2-3 meals daily. Also consider adding a weight gain supplement that provides healthy fat, amino acids, and digestive support from Prebiotics and Probiotics. SmartGain 4® contains all of this plus Fenugreek, an herb that helps stimulate the appetite.

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