Senior Feeds for Horses of All Ages

Senior horses, just like humans, have different nutritional requirements as they age and face health challenges. These horses need specialized diets to maintain their health and vitality, which is where Senior horse feeds come into play. In this blog post, I'll delve into the details of Senior horse feeds and what makes them special, why you can feed them to horses of any age, and how they help your horse maintain good health and well-being.

What are senior horse feeds?

Senior horse feeds are specially formulated feeds designed to meet the unique nutritional needs of aging horses. As horses age, their digestive system, metabolism, and energy levels change, which affects their nutritional requirements. Senior horse feeds are formulated to address these changes and provide the necessary nutrients for senior horses...

Why are senior horse feeds different from regular feeds?

The primary difference between Senior horse feeds and Regular (non-Senior) feeds is the level of nutrients they provide. Regular/ traditional horse feeds are designed to meet the nutritional needs of horses in their prime- but they are not formulated to meet the specific needs of senior horses. Senior horses require more nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, to maintain their health and well-being.

Additionally, Senior horse feeds often contain lower levels of sugar and starch, which are two main culprits in the development of laminitis and other health problems associated with older horses; excessive levels of sugar and starch in Regular feeds can be particularly problematic for senior horses, as they are more sensitive to the negative effects of these ingredients. Senior horse feeds, on the other hand, are formulated to be low in sugar and starch, which helps to reduce the risk of health problems and maintain a healthy digestive system.

Why feed senior horse feeds to horses of any age?

Many horse owners assume that senior horse feeds are only appropriate for older horses, but that's not the case. While Senior horse feeds are specifically formulated for older horses- they can be fed to horses of any age, including young horses. This is because Senior horse feeds provide a balanced and nutrient-dense diet that is ideal for all horses, regardless of their age.

However, senior feeds are NOT suitable for horses under 2 years of age, pregnant mares, or lactating mares.

What are the benefits of Senior horse feeds?

Senior horse feeds provide many benefits to horses, including:

Improved digestion: Senior horse feeds are formulated to be easy to digest, which helps to maintain a healthy digestive system.

Increased energy levels: Senior horse feeds are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants; which help to increase energy levels and maintain overall health and vitality.

Better weight management: Senior horse feeds are formulated to be low in sugar and starch, which helps to prevent weight gain and maintain a healthy weight.

Improved hoof health: Senior horse feeds are formulated to be low in sugar and starch, which helps to reduce the risk of laminitis and maintain hoof health.

Enhanced immunity: Senior horse feeds are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which help to boost the immune system and prevent disease.

Senior horse feeds can be useful to your horse's diet, particularly as they age. They are specially formulated to meet the unique nutritional needs of senior horses and provide a balanced and nutrient-dense diet that is ideal for horses of any age.