Posted: 30th December 2013 | Back to news feed
With the winter months nearly behind us many horse owners are looking forward to spring, so what better time to start planning your equine’s competition feeding plan? Not only should you be filling up your calendars with planned outings, trainings and show dates, but it pays to plan your feed schedule to marry up with your horse’s exercise program…
In order for your competition horse to perform, in whatever discipline you take part in, he requires a set of nutrients, which include water, protein, vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates. These nutrients allow our horses to maintain health and wellbeing and also power their ability to work. The quantity of energy is dependent on both your horse or pony’s current weight and their workload but each and every diet should, alongside ample forage, provide a high quality and balanced nutrient content. This is particularly important at the beginning of the season as after a winter of poor grazing, cold weather and reduced exercise, your equine may need a little helping hand to maintain condition while they regain their fitness and stamina ahead of the season.
Chestnut Horse Feeds provide high quality, fibre-rich feeds that source the finest natural ingredients from UK farms and suppliers. With essential calories, quality nutrients and comprehensive vitamin and mineral packages; you can be sure you are giving your horse or pony exactly what he needs to start the season with success.
For the equine athlete requiring a sensible boost of energy to enable him to perform, Sports Horse Mix from Chestnut Horse Feeds is a palatable combination of long chopped alfalfa combined with high fibre pellets, cereals and quality soya oil, which supplies an excellent source of energy while also helping to maintain healthy skin and coat condition. Suitable for all horses and ponies in hard work, particularly those competing on a regular basis and requiring maintained energy levels such as when eventing, racing or hunting, Sports Horse Mix provides controlled energy, while also being high in digestible fibre. Rich in vitamins and minerals to maintain health and vitality and supporting muscle function during exercise, Sports Horse Mix is the perfect feed for equines coming out of winter and into harder work.
Chestnut Horse Feeds is only available to buy direct and can be delivered in the exclusive Bulk Bin Feeding System, which is provided on free loan for the life-span of the feed, or in 20kg bags. Sports Horse Mix complete feed start from £15.25.
For more information visit www.chestnuthorsefeeds.co.uk or call 01455 558 808 to speak to a member of the team.
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