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February 2007 |
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Spring is on its way!
That means it’s time for your annual visit to most of your clients for
vaccinations, Coggins testing, dental work and other preventive care. This is a great
opportunity to body condition score horses, opening the door for a conversation about
nutrition.
This month’s hardcopy of SmartTips contains the following examples of common conditions
or situations many veterinarians manage by combining traditional treatments with
research-supported specific supplements:
- Ulcers and Gastric Health
- Joint Conditions
- Equine Metabolic Syndrome
- Hoof Conditions
- Difficulty adding and maintaining weight
- Risk of Colic
- Electrolyte losses
See our Product Spotlight below for some examples of our condition-specific supplements.
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Stalling, intermittent feeding, high grain diets, training, travel and competition all contribute to horses’ daily
stress. SUCCEED Digestive Conditioning Program is scientifically formulated with natural ingredients that work
together to support the health of the entire digestive tract in the face of these stresses.
Click here for complete product details.
Supporting Research: McClure SR, Carithers DS, Gross SJ, Murray MJ. Gastric ulcer development in horses in a simulated show or training
environment. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2005 Sep-Oct;19(5):744-50.
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Yea-Sacc®1026
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Research has shown that providing
yeast stabilizes cecal and colon pH, helping to reduce digestive colic risk and other digestive disorders by ensuring a healthier
gastro-intestinal tract. Yea-Sacc 1026 improves the digestion of fiber, providing more energy for performance and pleasure horses as well
as older horses.
Click here
for product details.
Supporting Research: Medina B, Girard ID, Jacotot E, Julliand V. Effect of a preparation of Saccharomyces
cerevisiae on microbial profiles and fermentation patterns in the large intestine of horses fed a high fiber
or a high starch diet. J Anim Sci 2002 (80):2600-09.
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