Buy High Fibre Pellets for Horses
We all know that fibre is important for our horses. In fact, your horse should be consuming at least 1.5% of his bodyweight in fibre every day to maintain his health. While the majority of this is likely to be made up of grass and other forage sources, these are often lacking in vital nutrients such as zinc, copper and selenium. This means that your horse requires something extra in his diet to make sure he’s able to perform at his best. Pelleted fibres are an ideal alternative to chopped fibre feeds. They are easier to store, handle, and transport than bales of hay, haylage or chaff which can be especially helpful for competition horses or horses that travel often. Feeding your horse high fibre pellets and cubes can be beneficial for a number of reasons, from providing an added interest for fussy feeders, to soaking the pellets for older horses that struggle to chew chopped fibres. Pellets are also less dusty than long-stem forages, which can help with respiratory conditions like heaves or dust allergies. They are also softer and easier to chew which can be beneficial for senior horses or horses with dental problems. Another benefit is that fibre digests slowly and promotes water retention in the horse's lower intestine, which can help prevent dehydration. It also helps keep the digestive tract moving smoothly, which can reduce the risk of digestive issues like colic and ulcers. High-fibre, low-calorie feeds can help prevent weight gain in horses that are good doers or at rest. They also encourage horses to spend more time chewing, which is closer to their natural eating pattern. Fibre also provides the horse with excellent levels of slow release energy and a good source of calories and heat as it is fermented in the body. SPR Centre can offer you a selection of pelleted fibre based horse feeds to suit your horse and their dietary requirements. They are designed to be fed alongside additional forage sources in order to provide a natural, fully balanced diet for all horses and ponies. We stock all the top brands including Dengie, Baileys, Spillers, Allen & Page, British Horse Feeds and more! Some of these feeds will need to be soaked before feeding. Rest assured, you will always find a high quality feed for your horse or pony when you shop online with SPR Centre. You can also expect a great service along with fast delivery - wherever you are in the UK.
