Product Description
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How Farrier's Formula® was Developed
Farrier's Formula® is the first supplement of its kind to be scientifically based on the laboratory testing of blood collected from hundreds of horses. Each blood sample was tested for more than 175 different factors. By entering this data into a computerized database, Dr. Gravlee was able to determine through statistical analysis which nutrients were lacking in the horses with poor quality hooves. Once the deficient nutrients were identified, Dr. Gravlee then produced Farrier's Formula® nutritional hoof supplement. In every scoop of Farrier's Formula® there is thirty years of experience and research with numerous clinical studies and field trials.
In 1988, Dr. Gravlee subjected Farrier's Formula® to independent university research to again prove its efficacy. The research was done at the University of Edinburgh by Dr. Susan Kempson and is available by request.
How it Works
Farrier's Formula
® provides the nutrient support that horses need to build strong connective tissue proteins. Connective tissue proteins are the microscopic framework of the mammalian body, giving form and strength to all major organs and tissues. Of all the protein in the body over 40% is connective tissue protein, making it by far the most abundant.
Connective tissue proteins combine to form fibers which may crosslink with adjacent fibers. The joined fibers strength is dependent on the number of crosslinks. These crosslinks are chemically expensive for the body to produce. If the right chemicals in the form of nutrients from the diet are not present, fewer crosslinks can be made; the tissue being constructed or repaired will be weaker.
The hoof is connective tissue that depends on its many crosslinks for strength and resiliency. Thus a strong healthy hoof can only be built through proper nutrition.
Instructions
Feed with a Good Quality Hay and Grain RationFarrier's Formula® should be fed with a good quality hay and grain ration. Eliminate any bran from the diet if possible. The phytate and phosphorus content of bran can alter calcium/phosphorus absorption or lead to other mineral imbalances. |
DAILY FEEDING LEVEL
One standard measuring cup (237 ml) will deliver 170 grams of product. Two cups (474 ml) will deliver 340 grams of product. Top dress or mix with grain ration.
Adult Replenishment
Top dress or mix with regular feed. For each 1000 lbs (450 kg) of body weight use one measuring cup (170 gm) of product per day.
| Body Weight | Daily Quantity |
| 500 lbs (225 kg) | 1/2 Cup (85 gm) per day |
| 1000 lbs (450 kg) | 1 Cup (170 gm) per day |
| 1500 lbs (675 kg) | 1 1/2 Cups (255 gm) per day |
| 2000 lbs (900 kg) | 2 Cups (340 gm) per day |
Adult MaintenanceAfter feeding for 6 to 8 months, the feeding level can usually be reduced by up to one half (Maintenance Feeding Level). If problems persist, resume feeding at the above "Adult Replenishment" feeding levels. |
Weanling to Adults
Feed at the predicted adult weight from the chart above.
Nursing Foals
Feed 1/4 measuring cup (43 gm) per day.
Declared Ingredients
| Ingredient | Per Serving | Per Pound |
| Nutrient | Maintenance/Replenishment Levels per 1000lbs | Concentration |
| Crude Protein | 16150 / 32300 mg | 19.00% |
| Lysine | 775 / 1550 mg | 0.91% |
| DL-Methionine | 2650 / 5300 mg | 3.1% |
| Cystine | 200 / 400 mg | 0.24% |
| Glycine | 690 / 1380 mg | 0.81% |
| Proline | 925 / 1850 mg | 1.09% |
| Tyrosine | 425 / 850 mg | 0.50% |
| Phenylalanine | 875 / 1750 mg | 1.03% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 6000 / 12000 mg | 7.1% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 15500 / 31000 mg | 18.2% |
| Choline | 425 / 850 mg | 500 ppm |
| Inositol | 380 / 760 mg | 4471 ppm |
| Biotin | 10 / 20 mg | 118 ppm |
| Zinc | 125 / 250 mg | 1471 ppm |
| Copper | 46 / 92 mg | 541 ppm |
| Cobalt | 0.95 / 1.9 mg | 11.2 ppm |
| Iodine | 0.6 / 1.2 mg | 7.1 ppm |
Other Ingredients
Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Soy Protein Concentrate, Lecithin, Yeast Culture Dehydrated, DL-Methionine, Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin, Soybean Oil, Zinc Oxide, Basic Copper Chloride, Cobalt Carbonate, Calcium Iodate, Permitted natural and artificial flavorings added.
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