Mares & Foals

As spring blossoms, it brings not only warmer weather but also the arrival of foals. During this critical period, it's paramount to prioritize the well-being of both mares and foals. Here are just some of the products available at The Equine Warehouse that will help ensure your mare & foal are in the best of health they can be as we head into the summer months. 

Calphormin

Calphormin is a unique supplement designed to support the health and development of young horse’s, mares, and foals. Calphormin provides a balanced combination of macro-minerals, trace minerals, amino acids, and Sodium Zeolite, it aims to ensure optimal growth and bone development from the prenatal stage through to maturity. This approach acknowledges the importance of proper nutrition not only for the current health of the horse but also for its future success, emphasizing the role of the broodmare in passing on essential nutrients to her foal. By continuing to provide Calphormin during the young horse's growth phase, it aims to support healthy development in a way that's balanced and conducive to long-term well-being.

NAF - Mare, Foal & Youngstock Supplement

NAF's Mare, Foal & Youngstock supplement is specifically formulated to address the unique nutritional needs of young horses during their critical stages of growth and development. The balance of vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, copper, vitamin E, and lysine is crucial for ensuring healthy bone, muscle, and cartilage development in foals. Providing such targeted nutrition not only supports the foal's growth but also helps to prevent issues such as growth spurts and uneven growth patterns.

The recommendation to begin supplementing the mare's diet before foaling is particularly noteworthy, as it allows for the transfer of essential nutrients to the foal through the mare's milk. This early nutritional support sets the foundation for the foal's health and development from the very beginning.

Following NAF's feeding guidelines, which suggest daily supplementation for the mare starting three months before foaling until weaning, and continued supplementation for the foal until four years of age, ensures consistent and adequate nutrient intake throughout these critical developmental stages.

NAF's Mare, Foal & Youngstock supplement offers a comprehensive approach to supporting the health and growth of young horses, providing peace of mind to breeders and owners alike.

Foran Equine - Friska Foal

Friska Foal stands as a vital supplement tailored specifically to address the unique nutritional needs of newborn and young foals, offering a comprehensive array of benefits to foster their growth and well-being. At the core of its formulation lies a blend of essential vitamins and energy sources, carefully crafted to not only provide the necessary nutrients but also to ensure palatability, facilitating easy consumption by the foals. One of the paramount advantages of Friska Foal is its role in providing a robust and healthy start for these foals.

By delivering a concentrated dose of vitamins and nutrients, it establishes a foundation for their overall health and vitality, crucial during the early stages of life. This foundation is especially significant for foals that may be weak or stressed, as Friska Foal offers them protection and strength, aiding them in overcoming challenges and thriving in their environment. Friska foal aids as a Prebiotic supplementation that is especially beneficial during times of foal scour.

In conclusion, Friska Foal emerges as a vital component in the care and nurturing of newborn and young foals, offering a multifaceted approach to their nutritional requirements. From providing essential vitamins and energy to supporting digestive health and aiding in recovery, this supplement embodies a comprehensive solution to ensure the optimal growth and development of foals, setting them on a path towards a healthy and thriving future.

NAF Limestone Flour

 A rich source of calcium designed to supplement bone growth requirements. NAF’s pure Limestone Flour should be fed when there is a need for additional calcium in the diet to supplement bone growth requirements. Calcium is essential to all animals for bone and tissue growth and integrity. Calcium salts make up approximately 70% of the weight of the bone, and it is this that gives bone its rigidity.

Calcium also has several other important roles to play throughout the body. It helps in muscle contractions, particularly of the heart, and it has a role in nerve impulse transmission in the central nervous system. Perhaps calcium’s best-known role is in milk production, and lactating mares must have an adequate supply. Limestone Flour is recommended as a source of calcium for those on a ‘straights or cereal-based diet, particularly if the bran is included, to balance the calcium-to-phosphorous ratio.