Oomph Without The Calories

It can be tricky to find the balance between condition and power to perform when you have a good-doer who hold their weight extremely well.

Donna contacted the nutritional team via the feed advice form to ask for help with Fergal’s diet as he lacked oomph and forwardness in his work. Donna had made sure that he had enough variety in his workload so that he was not getting bored and thought a diet change may be the answer.

Our nutritional team suggested feeding a two-part feeding plan of Competition-Fit Mix and Essential Balancer to ensure that Fergal received a balanced diet whilst allowing Donna to tailor the feed according to his weight, condition, and energy levels.

Two-part feeding plans are ideal for horses and ponies that need their waistline monitoring whilst ensuring that they have energy reserves to be able to train and compete. Balancers provide a base layer of essential nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and quality proteins in a condensed low-calorie base. Whilst the performance mix provides the energy as and when required.

When feeding a two-part feeding system, you can half the recommended feeding rate of both the balancer and the performance feed providing flexibility. If the workload drops the balancer can be fed at the full recommended rate or alternatively if the energy demands are heightened the full intake of the performance feed can be fed.

If you would like any advice on feeding your horse, please contact our qualified nutritional team on 01622 718487 and one of our registered nutritionists will be more than happy to advise you on a suitable diet.