How can I improve my horse’s performance?

What is the best feed for endurance horses?

Alfalfa is a particularly popular feed for endurance horses since it is both a good source of digestible fibre and also rich in quality protein.

What do you feed with Platinum Performance?

How much is platinum performance?

What does Platinum Plus mean?

A Guaranteed renewable graded 5 year benefit plan for applicants with sub-standard medical conditions. Place your difficult to insure Disability Insurance cases on the Platinum Plus Plan! This plan has a five-year Benefit Period and a minimum 90-day elimination period.

Who makes platinum performance?

Founded in Veterinary Practice

Platinum Performance® was founded by renowned equine veterinarian and surgeon, Dr. Doug Herthel in 1996. From our earliest days we have held a strong commitment to veterinarians and the highest respect for their role in guiding the health and performance of the horse.

What is Platinum Performance used for?

This veterinarian-developed formula supports every aspect of horse health and performance including joints, muscles, hooves, skin & coat, mane & tail, digestion, and much more by delivering omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and trace minerals.

What is Platinum refresh?

Platinum Refresh^® was designed for those horses that are not able to sweat enough during hot weather, competition or athletic training to maintain a healthy body temperature. This formula supports a horse’s ability to sweat by maintaining a healthy nervous system and supporting blood flow to the sweat glands.

Is Platinum better or gold is better?

Platinum is generally valued higher than gold. This is because platinum is rarer than gold, has a higher density and is purer. Platinum rings require more platinum than gold rings require gold, which can increase the overall cost.

What is renew gold used for?

Renew Gold is based on sound science that helps build sound horses. Less feed is necessary in the Renew Gold feeding program, allowing your horse to retain more nutrition from your roughage source.

How do I get my horse to sweat again?

Supplemental electrolytes are important for a horse that can’t sweat during the hot months. It helps to replenish electrolyte concentrations and could help stimulate sweat again. Some horse owners have reported success with Equiwinner patches, which claims to be a natural electrolyte balancer for horses.

Why does dark beer help horses sweat?

“The alcohol in beer is a vasodilator and helps open capillaries to allow heat to pass through more readily, so it helps stimulate sweating,” says Elizabeth. Once cooler weather arrives, Tessa’s care can be modified. “The best way to monitor her comfort is by watching the other horses,” says Elizabeth.

What is the fastest way to hydrate a horse?

Treatment for horse dehydration.

When they start showing signs of exhaustion or dehydration, you can give them electrolyte pastes and other water additives such as “horse quencher.” In severe conditions the fastest way to hydrate the horse is through the vet administering IV fluid.

Should you wash sweat off horse?

“Horses can get sprayed off every single day. It’s actually really important to get that sweat and dirt off of them,” says Max. “It may be tempting, but try to avoid bathing your horse with soap and water on a daily basis.” Rinsing them off also helps them cool down as the temperatures climb during the summer.

Is it OK to wash a horse with cold water?

It is okay to wash a horse with cold water during the summer. However, horses can get sick if washed with cold water during the winter season. So you should either avoid giving them baths during winter or only use warm water and then dry them off properly afterward.

Why should you not put a blanket on a wet horse?

Wet blankets will keep in the wetness creating an even colder horse, and potentially create a skin fungus if not allowed to dry out properly. In this case, coolers come in handy. Fleece or wool coolers will wick the moisture away from the horse, keeping it warm while it dries.

Why do horses roll in the dirt after a bath?

Horses may be damp with sweat if the temperature suddenly soars up, and your horse will be sweating beneath its warm coat. So rolling helps to relieve the itchy sweaty feeling while removing some of that excess hair. Rolling may also help dry the horse’s skin, which is why it will do it after a rain or bath.