Feed supplements

Horse feed supplements: start with the ration

Before buying, look at what the horse eats. A complete commercial feed, given at the manufacturer's recommended rate, already provides minerals and vitamins. A supplement becomes useful when the ration is mostly hay and cereals, when the horse works hard, or at certain times of year. Adding a product that contains the same thing as another adds nothing, and some minerals cause problems at high doses.

Minerals and vitamins

Lithothamnion, a calcareous seaweed, provides calcium and magnesium. Brewer's yeast is a source of B vitamins. Biotin, with BIOTINE +, is given as a long course to support horn growth: allow several months before you see the new horn reach the bottom of the hoof. It goes hand in hand with regular trimming and hoof care.

For digestion and exertion

Flore Top Digest, the Digestione digestive comfort booster and Argile Alimentaire + are given for digestive comfort, for example during a change of ration. Locomotion MIX +, Harpago MIX +, Curcuma + or Arthro-Aide Liquide are aimed at horses that work hard or are getting older. Oils provide a lot of energy in a small volume; Equimix oils are poured over the ration of a horse that struggles to hold condition. Our harpagophytum and electrolytes, sold under the Sellerie de Marigny name, are presented with our own-brand products.

Giving a course correctly

Follow the dose stated on the label, based on the horse's weight. Introduce the product gradually, over a few days, like any change of ration. One course at a time lets you see what difference it makes. If your horse competes, check the ingredients: some plants can be detected in a doping test, and the manufacturer often states a withdrawal period before the event. Products to apply to the skin or legs are in the section grooming and care.