Vitamins for Horses – Feed Supplements
The horse's need for vitamins varies depending on age, activity level, diet, and season. To ensure optimal health and performance, it may be necessary to supplement with vitamin supplements. Here is a complete guide to the most important vitamins for horses and how they affect the body.
Why are vitamins important for horses?
Vitamins are essential nutrients that regulate a variety of biological processes in the horse’s body. They contribute to:
- A strong immune system
- Healthy skin and a shiny coat
- Normal growth and development
- Good fertility and recovery
- Proper muscle and nerve function
Vitamins can either be provided through feed (natural grazing, roughage, concentrate feed) or through supplements if needed. During winter or periods of high training and stress, the need may increase.
Vitamin C for horses – C Boost
Why: Vitamin C in the form of sodium ascorbate is a powerful antioxidant. It supports the immune system and can be particularly important during stress, training, illness, or lack of fresh grazing.
Benefits:
- Protects body cells against oxidative stress
- Supports wound healing and recovery
- Increases circulation and strengthens the immune system
Vitamins A, D, and E – Wheat Germ Oil
Vitamin A: Important for eye health, reproduction, and immune function. A deficiency can lead to reduced fertility and infections.
Vitamin D: Regulates calcium and phosphorus balance in the body and is crucial for strong bones.
Vitamin E: An antioxidant that protects cells, promotes good muscle and nerve function, and contributes to a healthy, flake-free coat.
Together, these vitamins provide complete protection and support for horses at all stages of life.
Does my horse need vitamin supplements?
All horses have different needs depending on:
Content of the diet – for example, E-vitamin is quickly depleted in processed hay
The horse’s activity level and stress level
Access to grazing – summer pasture provides natural vitamin sources
Age and health condition
A feed analysis is a good way to assess if a supplement is needed. Contact us, and we will help you interpret the analysis.
Choose the right vitamin supplement for your horse
C Boost – Tasteless sodium ascorbate that is gentle on the stomach and easy to dose in feed.
Wheat Germ Oil A-D-E Vitamin – A complex supplement with high bioavailability, free from unnecessary additives, tailored for sport and breeding horses.
Vitamins are crucial for your horse’s well-being and performance. By providing a balanced supplement of vitamin C, A, D, and E, you ensure that your horse gets what it needs – year-round. Always adjust the supplements according to the horse’s individual needs and feed situation.
Do you have questions about vitamins for horses?
Contact our team for personalized advice.