{"product_id":"horse-straights-direct-whole-berry-rosehips-for-horses","title":"Horse Straights Direct Whole Berry Rosehips for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHorse Straights Direct Rosehips Whole Berry\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorse Straights Direct Rosehips Whole Berry is a single-ingredient feed straight made from whole dried rosehip berries, fed by the handful alongside a horse's normal hard feed. It is best for owners who want a simple, natural source of vitamin C, vitamin A, thiamine and vitamin K to help support the immune system and general condition in horses and ponies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRosehips are traditionally valued for their soothing and antioxidant properties. Because this is a straight rather than a blended supplement, there is nothing to decode on the label - you are feeding whole berries and nothing else, which makes it easy to slot into an existing feeding plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole berry format\u003c\/strong\u003e - dried rosehips fed as a traditional straight\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural vitamin source\u003c\/strong\u003e - contains vitamin C, vitamin A, thiamine and vitamin K\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune support\u003c\/strong\u003e - helps support the immune system and contributes to overall health\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant and soothing properties\u003c\/strong\u003e long associated with rosehips\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to feed\u003c\/strong\u003e - mixes into damp chaff, mash, balancer or a straight feed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits all types\u003c\/strong\u003e - horses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods, youngsters and veterans\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple ingredient list\u003c\/strong\u003e - no compound mix to work around\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more feed balancers and supplements 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 name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosehips Whole Berry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplementary feed straight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole dried berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNaturally contains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin C, vitamin A, thiamine, vitamin K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTraditional uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmune support, general health, antioxidant support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies of all types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeeding rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs printed on the pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool, dry place, sealed, out of direct sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the feeding rate printed on the pack for your horse's size and workload.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure the berries out into your usual hard feed, chaff or mash.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDamp the feed slightly and mix through so the berries are evenly spread.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduce gradually over seven to ten days, starting with roughly half the daily amount.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeed daily as part of a balanced diet, with fresh clean water always available.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReseal the bag or decant into an airtight container and store somewhere cool and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are rosehips fed to horses for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRosehips are fed as a natural source of vitamin C, vitamin A, thiamine and vitamin K. They are traditionally valued for their soothing and antioxidant properties and help to support the immune system and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much should I feed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the feeding rate printed on the pack, as this varies with the horse's bodyweight and workload. Introduce any new feed over seven to ten days rather than all at once, and ask a qualified nutritionist if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre whole berries or powdered rosehips better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhole berries let you see exactly what you are feeding and many horses enjoy chewing them. Damping the feed softens the berries, which suits older horses or those with poor teeth; a powder may be easier if a horse sorts through its feed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill fussy horses eat them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost horses take to the natural flavour of rosehips readily. If yours is suspicious of new feeds, start with a very small amount mixed well into damp chaff and build up gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I feed rosehips if I compete?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRosehips are a widely fed natural straight, but competition rules change. Check the current prohibited-substances list for your governing body before feeding if you compete under affiliated rules.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies and veterans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Horses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods, youngsters and older horses can all be fed rosehips, with the amount adjusted to bodyweight as shown on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Horse Straights Direct\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorse Straights Direct supplies traditional single-ingredient straights and natural feed additions for everyday yard use. 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