Equine America Better Bones
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Description
Equine America Better Bones is a pellet supplement providing targeted nutrition for broodmares, youngstock, and young performance horses, available in 3.5kg and 10kg sizes. It combines major minerals, trace minerals, vitamins D3 and K, collagen, amino acids, and MSM to support correct bone growth and development.
- Major minerals: Calcium (6,600mg per 120g serving), Phosphorus (2,200mg), and Magnesium (1,000mg) at a Ca:P ratio of 3:1, sourced from bio-available forms including sustainable marine algae, calcium gluconate, dicalcium phosphate, and alfalfa
- Key trace minerals: Zinc (300mg), Copper (100mg), Manganese (300mg), and Mono Silicic Acid (120mg) per 120g serving, provided from a combination of organic and inorganic sources to help ensure optimum bio-availability
- Vitamin D3 (2,000iu per 120g serving) plays a key role in the correct metabolism of calcium
- Vitamin K (7mg per 120g serving) plays an important role in bone metabolism, energy production, and immune function
- Collagen (360mg, marine source) and amino acids including Lysine (6,000mg) and Methionine (3,000mg) provide a structural framework to support bone strength and flexibility, and also support soft tissue (tendon and ligament) health
- MSM (2,500mg per 120g serving) provides a bioavailable source of sulphur to support hoof growth and supports the horse's natural processes
- Suitable for horses on long-term box rest, where bone de-mineralisation can occur through enforced lack of load-bearing activity
- BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited - suitable for horses competing under FEI regulations and the Rules of Racing by reducing the risk of products containing prohibited substances. Note: when fed at recommended levels, this product contains controlled levels of MSM, which is listed as a threshold substance under the Rules of Racing. For further advice contact info@equine-america.co.uk
- Manufactured in licensed premises using quality assured ingredients under strictly controlled production conditions
Colour: One Colour. Available sizes: 3.5kg, 10kg.
Feeding guidelines (typical 500kg mature weight): Weanlings (6-12 months): 60g per day; Youngstock (12-24 months): 90g per day; Young Performance Horses: 60-120g per day; Broodmares: 120g per day. Maximum per day: 120g. A 60g measure is enclosed.
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Specifications
| Available Sizes | 3.5kg, 10kg |
|---|---|
| Form | Pellets |
| Serving Size (max) | 120g per day |
| Calcium (per 120g serving) | 6,600mg |
| Phosphorus (per 120g serving) | 2,200mg |
| Magnesium (per 120g serving) | 1,000mg |
| Ca:P Ratio | 3:1 |
| Zinc (per 120g serving) | 300mg |
| Copper (per 120g serving) | 100mg |
| Manganese (per 120g serving) | 300mg |
| Mono Silicic Acid (per 120g serving) | 120mg |
| Vitamin D3 (per 120g serving) | 2,000iu |
| Vitamin K (per 120g serving) | 7mg |
| Collagen (per 120g serving) | 360mg (marine source) |
| Lysine (per 120g serving) | 6,000mg |
| Methionine (per 120g serving) | 3,000mg |
| MSM (per 120g serving) | 2,500mg |
| Accreditations | BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited |
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes does Equine America Better Bones come in?
Better Bones is available in two sizes: 3.5kg and 10kg.
What are the recommended feeding rates for Better Bones?
For a typical 500kg mature weight horse: Weanlings (6-12 months) 60g per day; Youngstock (12-24 months) 90g per day; Young Performance Horses 60-120g per day; Broodmares 120g per day. The maximum daily amount is 120g. A 60g measure is enclosed with the product.
Is Better Bones suitable for horses competing under FEI or Rules of Racing?
Equine America is BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited, making Better Bones suitable for horses competing under FEI regulations and the Rules of Racing by reducing the risk of products containing prohibited substances. However, when fed at recommended levels, this product contains controlled levels of MSM, which is listed as a threshold substance under the Rules of Racing. For further advice, contact info@equine-america.co.uk.
What is the source of collagen in Better Bones?
The collagen in Better Bones is sourced from marine collagen, as listed in the product composition.
Can Better Bones be fed to horses on box rest?
Yes. Better Bones is also suitable for horses on long-term box rest, where bone de-mineralisation can occur through enforced lack of load-bearing activity.
Does Better Bones contain any genetically modified ingredients?
The composition includes Hipro Soya from genetically modified sources, as declared on the product label.
SKU: EA5SP225-UK
Equine America Better Bones