Equine Biosecurity A Nutritionist’s Perspective
Role of Nutrition in Biosecurity & Health A horse in excellent nutritional status will have an optimized immune system to help ward off disease
Compared to a horse that might be missing key nutritional elements that play a role in immune and inflammatory function
Feeding management plays a vital role in a horse’s day-to-day wellbeing – and disruptions to diet, feeding schedule, etc. – can contribute a horse’s stress, and potentially affect their ability to fight disease Keeping feed safe and secure, as well as having ample supplies, will help horses and their people endure an outbreak
Nutrition for Health Horses should have balanced diets, meeting all of the nutritional needs for: water, calories, protein, vitamins and minerals, as well as good sources of fiber, fats and other carbohydrates
Work with an Equine Nutritionist to ensure your horse’s diet meets his needs Ideally find someone with a PhD in EQUINE nutrition
Deficiencies in any key nutrient will contribute to your horse not being able to fight off disease, or recover from disease if exposed
Some nutrients play an enhanced role in immune function You may consider supplementing with these a little higher than their base requirements
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Antioxidants
Antioxidants function to counteract oxidative stress that occurs with exercise and disease
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Vitamin E – Horses should receive at least 1,000 IU/day, and upwards of 5,000 IU/day for athletes or those prone to stress
Blood testing for vitamin E may be helpful to determine how much your horse needs (3-5 µg/ml desired) Different products contain different forms of Vitamin E that may be more or less biologically available
Selenium – Mineral that works closely with vitamin E as a component of glutathione peroxidase Need 1-2 mg per day
Continued... Beta-Carotene – Antioxidant and a precursor for vitamin A Vitamin C – Not normally needed by horses (synthesized by the horse) but is an important antioxidant Vitamin E and Beta-Carotene are plentiful in fresh pasture – but lower in dried forages like hay Supplementation may depend on diet
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-6 fatty acids can be pro-inflammatory if not balanced with omega-3 fatty acids Omega-3 fatty acids Support the immune system Decrease inflammation Found in: Marine oils (DHA and EPA) Camelina & Flaxseed oil (ALA)
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Additional Support for Stress Some compounds may help reduce stress and anxiety Magnesium, tryptophan, thiamin “Calming” agents
Electrolyte supplementation may be warranted if a horse is sweating (due to exercise or a fever) and to help promote normal water intake Sodium, Chloride and Potassium
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General Feeding Tips to Reduce Stress Provide clean water at all times Provide free choice forage (hay) at all times
Slow feeder hay nets if horses eat their allotment too quickly
Try to feed concentrates at the same time of day every day Avoid feeding large meals Ideally horses are fed in 3-5 smaller meals per day This way smaller meals are fed, which causes fewer metabolic and hematological disturbances
Biosecurity for Feed
Keep your feed secure and safe
Avoid sharing scoops, buckets, hoses, hay nets
Make sure you have ample feed available in case of any emergency Stock up and store safely Have enough feed (hay and grain) for 2 weeks on hand
Consider options for water sources in case of any emergency
Be Prepared – Checklist
Keep extra buckets for feed and water, extra hay nets Keep extra horse supplies – halters, leads, blankets, etc. Gloves – sized to fit anyone, other PPE (masks, disposable gowns) Thermometers Cleaning agents Virkon or other antimicrobial Mops, brushes, rags, etc.
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In Case of An Emergency
Don’t try to hide it. It is nobody’s fault - unless you share the disease knowingly Try to stick to normal feeding and management routine Avoid adding more stress for your horses
Set up zones within your area/facility
Healthy zone – no sick animals, clean zone for feed/hay/supplements, buckets, bedding/cleaning supplies Risk zone – Possible sick animal, take extra care Sick zone – Minimize personnel, last to feed/clean, dispose of all waste
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ReLyte
1.5 KG / 3.5 LB BUCKET 4 KG / 9 LB BUCKET 8 KG / 18 LB BUCKET
Equine Recovery Aide SUPPORTS MUSCLE FUNCTION & METABOLISM
A Recovery Solution.
PROMOTES RECOVERY FROM STRENUOUS ACTIVITIES IMMUNE SUPPORT
Relyte is a unique blend of vitamins and amino acids, blended with herbs that promote the performance & recovery of your horse. To be used prior to, during, and after intense activities such as hard work or travel. ReLyte is used to promote muscle recovery and preparedness for the next level of effort.
Blend of Amino Acids
Blend of Herbs
Vitamin E and C are known antioxidants that help protect the muscle from reactive oxygen species produced during intense exercise. The B complex of vitamins (thiamine, riboavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and pyridoxine) have functions that support the biochemical processes of metabolism. Lysine, methionine, threonine, valine, and isoleucine are amino acids, which are the building blocks of skeletal and other types of proteins. In particular, lysine and threonine are considered essential limiting amino acids, such that they need to be provided for in the diet, but may only be found in limited quantities in a horse’s “natural diet” (of forages). These two amino acids have been shown to improve muscle mass in horses, and may be important in muscle recovery following exercise or other intense situations.
Boswellia serrata is a well-proven herb for its anti-inammatory and immune-boosting benets. Turmeric has been shown to not only decrease the severity of gastric ulcers but, it too boosts the antiinammatory response.
Ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Chloride Dextrose,
Dried Algae, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Oxide
Analytic Constituents: Calcium 13.5%, Sodium 4.5%, Postassium: 1.5% , Magnesium 0.5%, Vitamin E: 60,000 IU/Kg, Vitamin B1: 1200 mg/kg, Vitamin B2: 1000mg/kg, Vitamin B6: 600 mg/kg, Niacinamide: 1000mg/kg, Calcium D Pantothenate: 1000mg/kg, Vitamin C: 40,000mg/kg, Selenium 10mg/kg, Lysine: 40,000 mg/kg, Methionine: 20,000 mg/kg, Threonine: 15,000mg/kg Valine: 10,000mg/kg, Isoleucine: 10,000mg/kg, L-Leucine: 20,000mg/kg, Natural Antioxidants (Vitamin E Equivalent): 40,000mg/kg, Bosweillia Serrata: 10,000mg/kg Turmeric Extract: 10,000mg/kg
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Horses to Help Muscle Function
+ Contains No Prohibited Substances DIRECTIONS FOR USE
HEALTH BENEFITS Blend of Vitamins
+ Ideal for Travel Support + Aides in the Prevention of Fatigue + Effective in Aging & Rehabilitation
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Feed 50 grams per head per day Enclosed Scoop: 25 g scoop Daily Dosage: 2 scoops per head per day
Always allow free choice access to fresh, clean water following supplementation with EE products.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Per 50 g serving (2 scoops) Calcium Sodium Potassium Magnesium Selenium L-Lysine Methionine Threonine Valine Isoleucine Leucine Vitamin E Vitamin B1 (thiamin) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) Vitamin B5 (Pantothenate) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) Bosweillia Serrata Turmeric Extract
6.75g 2.25g 0.75g 0.25g 0.5g 2g 1g 0.75g 0.5g 0.5g 1g 3,000IU 60mg 50mg 50mg 50mg 30mg 2g 500mg 500mg
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EVERYDAY BALANCE
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Daily Vitamin and Mineral Pack The best all natural supplement for your horse.
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NATURE HAS IT RIGHT!
EveryDayBalance blends a unique combination of omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals. Added Zinpro© Performance Minerals promote healthy skin, coat, joint, and immune function, while mycotoxin binders and live yeast help to maintain gastrointestinal health; all provided in a base of flax, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. EnviroEquine's EveryDayBalance combines the best of nature and science to keep your horse happy and healthy.
Pre- and Probiotics
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
EveryDayBalance includes Alltech mycotoxin binders, prebiotics, and live yeast. Mycotoxins produced by molds found in your horse’s feed and environment can cause digestive disruption. Binders remove these potentially harmful toxins from the digestive tract. The live yeast in EveryDayBalance has been shown to stabilize the digestive tract environment promoting feed utilization and mineral absorption.
Hay-based diets may not provide adequate amounts of essential fatty acids. Each serving of EveryDayBalance provides omega-3 fatty acids from flax. Providing adequate omega-3s may help reduce inflammation associated with training and competition while at the same time promoting a beautiful coat.
Flax Seed, Active Dry Yeast, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Corn Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles, Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Dried Seaweed Meal, Ground Limestone, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, l-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Zinc Methionine Complex, Copper Lysine Complex, Manganese Methionine Complex, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Organic Vegetable Oil, dl-Methionine, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Selenium Yeast, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide.
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MOBILITY EXERCISE RECOVERY
+ Toxin Binder + Promotes Digestibility + Omega-3 Fatty Acids + Zinpro© Trace Minerals DIRECTIONS FOR USE
horse Enclosed scoop holds 2 oz.
Conventional inorganic trace minerals have highly variable absorption and interact with antagonists. Zinpro® Performance Minerals provided by EveryDayBalance are complexed with amino acids to increase bioavailability thus promoting skin, coat, and joint health as well as normal immune response. MINED IN AMERICA
INGREDIENTS:
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SKIN AND COAT QUALITY JOINT
4 oz. per day for an average sized
HEALTH BENEFITS Organic Trace Minerals
25 POUND BUCKET 25 POUND REFILL BAG
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Always allow free choice access to fresh, clean water following supplementation with EE products.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Per serving Crude Protein(min) Crude Fat(min) Crude Fiber(max) Lysine Methionine Calcium (min) (max) Phosphorus Magnesium Copper Zinc Manganese Selenium Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Omega 3 Omega 6 yeast culture (CFU)
20% 20% 5.5% 4% 2% 4% 4.8% 2.2% 0.5% 120 mg 390 mg 240 mg 1 mg 20,000 IU 3,000 IU 500 IU 13.5% 3.5%
Saccharomyces cervisiae
50 billion
25 POUND BUCKET / BAG
4.5 g 2.25 g 4.5 g 5.4 g 2.5 g 0.5 g
15 g 4g
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GASTROBALANCEPLUS
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The best all natural supplement for your horse.
A COMPLETE GASTROINTESTINAL SUPPLEMENT FOR HORSES
GastroBalancePLUS has all the benefits of our Original formula with added Zinpro® Organic Trace Minerals for additional immune, hoof, and skin support. GastroBalancePLUS also contains a proprietary blend of yeast cultures shown in numerous university studies to promote hind gut health, nutrient absorption, and stabilize intestinal tract pH. A perfect balance for the performance horse.
HEALTH BENEFITS Bentonite Clay
Bentonite clay, a type of smectite, has long been used as a binder in animal feed and a digestive-tract conditioner in livestock production.
25 POUND BUCKET 25 POUND REFILL BAG 70 ML PASTE
GASTROINTESTINAL SUPPORT HOOF AND COAT SUPPORT SKELETAL SUPPORT
+ Detoxification + Stomach Buffer + Proprietary Yeast Cultures + Zinpro© Trace Minerals DIRECTIONS FOR USE Young Horses
Full Grown Horses
1.5 oz. per day for a young horse 3 oz. per day for a full grown horse For adult horses receiving no other sources of fortified feed or supplementation, dose may be increased to 6 oz. per day.
Hydration Support
GastroBalancePLUS contains a source of naturally occurring unrefined salt. Daily sodium intake is important – it promotes adequate water consumption, which reduces the risk of impaction colic.
Detoxification
Bentonite clay and sodium calcium aluminosilicate, the two main ingredients of GastroBalancePLUS, have proven beneficial in livestock feed by supporting a healthy digestive tract through the binding of toxins such as fumonisin and aflatoxins that can occur naturally in feeds.
Skeletal Support Organic Trace Minerals
Bentonite clay provides a source of silica, which has an important role in the development of new bone, as it is necessary for new bone calcification. GastroBalancePLUS includes Zinpro® Organic trace minerals to support vital metabolic functions, in addition to the more than 40 minerals provided by the bentonite clay and raw salt. MINED IN AMERICA
INGREDIENTS: Sodium Bentonite, Active Dry Yeast, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Cereals Distillers Dried Solubles, Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Fat Product Feed Grade, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Ground LImestone, Organic Vegetable Oil, Zinc Methionine Complex, Copper Lysine Complex, Manganese Methionine Complex, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Selenium Yeast, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamine A Acetate, Vitamin D3 Supplement
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Enclosed scoop holds 3 oz.
Always allow free choice access to fresh, clean water following supplementation with EE products.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Per 3 oz dose Calcium (min) (max) Phosphorus Salt (min) (max) Magnesium Potassium Copper Zinc Manganese Selenium Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E
3,600 mg 4,200 mg 1,900 mg 5,700 mg 6,800 mg 125 mg 285 mg 75 mg 250 mg 35 mg 1 mg 5,000 IU 2,000 IU 250 IU
yeast culture (CFU) Saccharomyces cervisiae
50 billion
8 POUND TUB 25 POUND BUCKET / BAG 70 ML PASTE
84/42 DAY SUPPLY 266/133 DAY SUPPLY SINGLE SERVING
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