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A successful new horse feeding plan starts with understanding your horse’s current diet, forage intake and nutritional history. Discover the essential questions to ask when feeding a new horse, including advice on changing horse feed, managing forage transitions and supporting digestive health during the move to a new home.

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Weanling nutrition plays a vital role in supporting healthy growth, skeletal development and digestive health. Discover how low glycaemic weanling feeds, stud balancers and targeted nutritional support can help reduce the risk of OCD, ease the weaning process and promote optimal development in young horses.

Donkeys are a popular companion animal in the UK, but despite being closely related to horses and ponies, their nutritional needs can differ significantly. Understanding the basics of feeding donkeys is essential for supporting their overall health and wellbeing.

Discover why balancing omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids is essential for horse health and performance. Learn how omega-3 supplements support inflammation, recovery, fertility, respiratory health, and overall wellbeing, while understanding the benefits of EPA and DHA from marine-derived oils compared to plant oil sources.

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We work closely with other experts in nutrition, research, and veterinary science in order to provide our clients research-proven products to help manage and support horses with EGUS.

Support your good-doer performance horse with the right balance of nutrition, hydration, fitness, and forage management. Discover practical feeding and management strategies to support energy levels without unwanted weight gain.

Due to a lower forage intake and high workload during training, many racehorses may suffer from gastric ulcers at some stage of their life.

Mineral licks for horses are a simple and effective way to support essential mineral intake for horses. Saracen Horse Feeds Pasture Licks are formulated to complement forage and offer a practical solution which is ideal for horses who are out at pasture or who require a balanced diet with minimal calorie intake.

Discover when to supplement vitamin E for horses, from limited pasture and intense exercise to illness and recovery. Learn how vitamin E supports muscle health, immunity, and performance, recognise signs of deficiency, and choose the right supplement to maintain optimal health year-round.