{"product_id":"horse-straights-direct-burdock-root-powder-for-horses","title":"Horse Straights Direct Burdock Root Powder for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHorse Straights Direct Burdock Root Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorse Straights Direct Burdock Root Powder is a single-herb supplement made from dried burdock root, fed at 20-45g per day for an average 500kg horse. It is best for owners who want a simple, single-ingredient herb to support liver and kidney function, healthy digestion and skin and coat condition, particularly in horses with dry, scurfy skin.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurdock root is rich in essential nutrients and is known for its detoxifying effects, including support to aid the dispersion of fluid and help the elimination of waste and toxins from the body. Because it is a straight rather than a blend, you control exactly how much goes in the bucket and what it is fed alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-ingredient straight:\u003c\/strong\u003e dried burdock root powder, rich in essential nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver and kidney support:\u003c\/strong\u003e its known detoxifying effects support normal liver and kidney function\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluid dispersion:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps aid the dispersion of fluid and the elimination of waste and toxins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive support:\u003c\/strong\u003e known to aid healthy digestion and support a healthy appetite\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and coat:\u003c\/strong\u003e key nutrients support condition, especially useful for dry, scurfy skin\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine powder mixes readily into damp feed or a soaked mash\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear feeding rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-45g per day based on an average 500kg horse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more herbs and feed balancers in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-supplements\"\u003ehorse supplements collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse Straights Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerbal feed supplement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurdock root\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeeding rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-45g per day (average 500kg horse)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiver and kidney support, digestion, appetite, skin and coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool, dry place, sealed between uses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNote\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural ingredients - colour and consistency may vary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeigh out the daily amount: 20-45g for an average 500kg horse, adjusted in proportion to bodyweight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStart at the lower end of the range for the first few days so your horse gets used to the taste.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdd to damp feed or a soaked mash and mix thoroughly so the powder clings to the ration.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeed once daily, or split across two feeds if your horse is fed twice a day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReseal the packaging and store somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReview your horse's coat, appetite and general condition over several weeks rather than days.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much burdock root powder should I feed my horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe feeding rate is 20-45g per day based on an average 500kg horse. Scale within that range according to bodyweight, and use a scoop or kitchen scales rather than guessing, as powders vary in density.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is burdock root used for in horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is rich in essential nutrients and known for its detoxifying effects, supporting the dispersion of fluid and the elimination of waste and toxins. It supports liver and kidney function, healthy digestion and appetite, and skin and coat condition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for horses with dry, scurfy skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The key nutrients in burdock root support skin and coat condition, which is why it is especially popular for horses with dry or scurfy skin and dull coats.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill fussy horses eat it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost horses accept it once it is mixed into damp feed. 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