Dengie Hi Fi Molasses Free 20Kg

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Tips for managing grass access to help reduce the risk of horses with laminitis include turnout on a no grass area with supplementary forage, strip grazing, or the use of a grazing muzzle. When it comes to forage, mature forages with a lower digestibility will provide less energy. Look for coarse, stalky hay or appropriate low-calorie hay replacers. Straw can replace up to 50% of the total forage ration to reduce energy intake, as long as it is introduced gradually into the diet. The overall amount of forage may also need to be restricted to 1.5% of the horse’s bodyweight on a dry matter basis daily to assist weight loss. Restrict access to grazing – stabling your horse means you can get complete control over what they eat – this is often the most effective way to achieve weight loss as grass is usually the greatest source of energy and sugar in most horses’ diets. Alfalfa Pellets contain pure pelleted alfalfa, with nothing else added. They may be fed dry or soaked to a mash and can be fed alone or in combination with another Dengie fibre feed. As Alfalfa Pellets are much more concentrated, they are particularly useful for horses and ponies with limited fibre appetites. A large horse may have up to 3kg of alfalfa-based feeds per day, which in chop form would be equivalent to 7.5 large round scoops, whereas in pellet form this is only about two scoops. Alfalfa Pellets are also free from preservatives and binders. Increase exercise – even if it doesn’t promote weight loss it helps to reduce the risk of insulin resistance which is a contributing factor to laminitis Suitable for horses and ponies that require a low sugar and starch ration, such as those prone to laminitis, EMS or PPID

Ideally, supplementary feed and forage should supply less than 12% NSC dry matter – this is the sum of the water soluble carbohydrate and starch added together This balancer supplies the additional nutrients that are required by an increased workload without the unwanted calories. It helps build and maintain muscle and topline, while a full balance of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants support healthy hoof growth, metabolism and recovery. The low starch and sugar levels also make it suitable for those with elevated nutrient requirements (not calories) and prone to laminitis. A nutritionally balanced high fibre feed made from pure chopped and pelleted alfalfa. Healthy Tummy contains a high specification of ingredients proven to support digestive health and maintain correct acidity levels in the digestive tract. Approved by BETA for horses and ponies prone to Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Provides 11.5MJ/kg of Digestible Energy from fibre and oil comparable to a medium energy mix or cube, but with 10x less starch This is a high-fibre, low-calorie blend of cereal straw and alfalfa with a light molasses coating. It’s described as ideal for horses in light work, who maintain their weight with ease or are prone to laminitis. It contains just 7.5MJ/kg DE and can be fed as a total or partial hay replacer to keep stabled good-doers occupied for longer, extending chew time and saliva production, which is beneficial for digestive health.L Mix is a chaff based feed that is suitable for those prone to laminitis. The alfalfa and chaff ensures increased chewing time, which is beneficial for horses on a restricted diet and can help to maintain a healthy digestive system. It contains no added sugars, molasses or cereal grains and has an extremely low digestible energy. It contains herbs for palatability, pre- and probiotics, and linseed, which is a good source of omega-3. Suitable for horses with intolerances to cereal grains or molasses. The Dengie Hi-Fi range of horse feeds are a blend of high-quality fibres that have been sympathetically formulated by our team of nutritional experts. Feed sufficient low calorie forage – aim for 1.5% of bodyweight on a dry matter basis per day to maintain digestive health and satisfy your horse’s need to chew.

Feed 500g of Healthy Hooves Molasses Free per 100kg of your horse's bodyweight. Fibre weighs very little compared to mixes or cubes. It is important to weigh your scoop to ensure that you are feeding the correct amount. A large Stubbs scoop holds approximately 500grams. Top tips for managing horse and ponies prone to Laminitis Fat produces adipokine hormones and cytokines which are inflammatory mediators that decrease sensitivity to insulin and result in constant, low grade inflammation The addition of Methyl Sulfonyl Methane, commonly known as MSM, provides a source of bio-available sulphur, which is particularly important for hooves. Sulphur is needed to bond keratin fibres together in the unique way that gives hoof horn its hardness and flexibility This high fibre feed is suitable for horses prone to laminitis as it will produce a low insulin response – and being low calorie it is also ideal for good-doers, natives and those in light work. It can be fed on its own, alongside a balancer or as a hay replacer. The blend includes short chopped alfalfa and straw to extend eating time, contains biotin to support hoof health, and a full range of added vitamins and minerals to provide a balanced diet.As obesity worsens IR, the primary aim is to encourage weight loss and maintain the horse at an ideal bodyweight

Cherhill Shetlands is a team of racing and showing ponies that travel all around the country to compete in the Shetland Pony Grand National. Isabella Bride, founder of Cherhill Shetlands, has chosen to feed her ponies Dengie Hi-Fi Molasses Free to support their busy lifestyles. This balancer is designed to provide nutritional support for those prone to laminitis. The formula combines several supplements with a high fibre, very low-calorie carrier to make it palatable. It can also be used as part of a calorie-controlled diet when weight loss is required. Michael ‘Mikey’ Tuff and Harriet Web run Lillisford Equestrian and specialise in show jumping. Mikey has competed up to 1.50m Grand Prix and has jumped nationally and internationally.Alfa-Beet combines alfalfa and unmolassed sugar beet, and must be fed soaked. Alfa-Beet has a convenient two-hour cold soak or 15 minute hot-soak time. Alfa-Beet may be fed alongside any Dengie feed to provide an additional highly digestible fibre source for condition without the fizz or to aid hydration and enhance palatability. It can be used as a partial or complete hay replacer for horses that struggle to chew long-length forages such as hay or haylage. Alfa-Beet is also free from preservatives and binders. The following actions are the most important things you can do to reduce the risk of laminitis in horses: Alfa-A Oil combines pure alfalfa with a rape seed oil coating. With 12.5MJ/kg of digestible energy, Alfa-A Oil has an energy or ‘calorie’ level comparable to a conditioning or competition mix/cube but without the sugar and starch. Dengie Alfa-A Oil is very safe to use and can even be used for horses and ponies on box rest. Longer term grazing may be allowed, but should be restricted by area or with use of a grazing muzzle to manage NSC intake and bodyweight The Dengie team first met Google, a four-year-old KWPN gelding, when he took part in a Dengie Diet Clinic at brand ambassador Hannah Esberger’s yard in June 2015. His owner Jo, who is a pupil of Hannah’s, had only had Google for a few days and was keen to get their partnership off to a good start with the perfect diet.