Supplementing your horses feed with EquaCare’s Protein Booster Pellets is essential to ensure that they are receiving enough protein in their diet. How much your horse needs depends on several factors, including their age, weight, activity level, and overall health. Here are some general guidelines:
- Daily Supplementation: For most adult horses, incorporating protein pellets into their daily diet is beneficial. This consistency ensures a steady supply of essential amino acids for weight gain, muscle maintenance and overall health.
- Horses lacking condition: Horses that are ‘poor doers’, struggle to put on weight, and develop a topline; benefit from a higher daily dose of Protein Pellets of 120 g per day. This aids in weight gain in the form of lean muscle and supports overall muscle development, optimising strength and maintaining a peak physical condition.
- Workload and Intensity: If your horse has a demanding workload (e.g., competitive riding, training, or racing), give protein pellets daily and before/after intense exercise sessions. This helps support muscle recovery and energy levels.
- Horses hard to keep weight on: Every horse is different and some struggle to keep weight on even with top quality feed. Certain breeds such as thoroughbreds are often more difficult to put on, and maintain, weight also. For these horses a loading dose of EquaCare’s Protein Booster Pellets will ensure healthy weight gain, and a long-term maintenance dose can be used to ensure that the weight is maintained.
- Growing Horses: Young horses in growth phases require more protein for proper development. Consult with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate amount based on their age and growth rate.
- Senior Horses: Older horses may benefit from protein supplementation to maintain muscle mass and prevent age-related muscle loss. Adjust the frequency based on their specific needs.
- Health Conditions: If your horse has specific health conditions (e.g., recovering from illness or injury), consult with a professional to tailor the protein pellet regimen accordingly.
Remember, individual needs vary, so it’s best to work closely with a qualified equine nutritionist or veterinarian to create a personalized feeding plan.
