Dengie Hi Fi Molasses Free 20Kg

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Alfa-A Molasses Free combines chopped alfalfa, oil, alfalfa pellets and the herbs mint and fenugreek. Alfa-A Molasses Free provides 11.5MJ/kg of digestible energy and is suitable for working horses and ponies or those in lower levels of work that struggle to maintain condition. Alfa-A Molasses Free is also free from preservatives.

This fibre-based feed is formulated specifically for horses prone to laminitis. It contains blended herbs, added biotin for hoof support and antioxidants to support the body’s ability to fight against free radical damage. Healthy Hooves Molasses Free is a nutritionally-balanced, low-sugar and starch feed for promoting healthier joints and stronger hooves. Ideal for those prone to laminitis. Dengie Hi-Fi Molasses Free is the lowest combined sugar, starch & energy feed in the Dengie range, it is an ideal fibre feed for leisure horses & ponies. Hi-Fi Molasses Free is a low calorie, high fibre feed that provides 8.5MJ/kg Digestible Energy, ideal for horses or ponies in light to medium work. Total feed and forage intake should initially be restricted to 1.5% of the horse’s bodyweight on a dry matter basis, but dropped to 1.25% of bodyweight if the horse is resistant to weight loss in the short term. 1.5% of bodyweight is the minimum level recommended for the long term management of good doers to maintain gut health and reduce the risk of other issues and diseases, such as colic and gastric ulcersFeeing a horse or pony with laminitis can present a real challenge. It’s essential that they receive low levels of starch and sugar – a combined level below 10% is considered low, but really the lower the better. In addition to being low sugar and starch, a feed ration also needs to supply an appropriate amount of energy, as well as enough of the necessary vitamins, minerals and good quality protein.

Being overweight significantly increases the risk of laminitis in horses and ponies which is a potentially fatal disease. It is therefore vital to take action early if your horse does become overweight or obese.. Laminitis is just one of the health risks associated with being overweight or obese. We have lots of information about feeding and managing your horse as well as helpful tools that help you identify risk factors for issues such as laminitis. Hi-Fi Molasses Free combines chopped alfalfa, straw, oil, straw pellets and the herbs mint and fenugreek. Hi-Fi Molasses Free provides 8.5MJ/kg of digestible energy and is suitable for horses and ponies at rest or in light work, as well as those working harder that maintain condition with ease. Hi-Fi Molasses Free is also free from preservatives and binders.Grazing should initially be eliminated until bodyweight is normal and recurrent laminitis under control When tasting the different chaffs, Luca was very keen on what was revealed to be Dengie’s Hi-Fi Molasses Free. Although Luca is not actually laminitic, he is a good doer and also very hot headed, so his owner tries to keep sugar levels to a minimum to avoid weight gain and excess energy. Hi-Fi Molasses Free is suitable for horses and ponies that require a low sugar and starch ration such as those prone to laminitis that maintain weight with ease. Hi-Fi Molasses Free includes real mint, fenugreek and alfalfa pellets for interest and taste. Hi-Fi Molasses Free contains no added sugar and naturally provides 1.5% starch and 2.5% sugar which is approximately one-fifth of the sugar found in average hay. Hi-Fi Molasses Free may be used as a partial forage replacer Key Benefits

It’s important to be aware that these feeds do not treat laminitis in any way, but are carefully formulated so that they are suitable to feed to a horse that is prone to the condition. If you’re at all unsure, it’s advisable to call a free nutritional helpline for additional advice – these are provided by most feed manufacturers. What is The Laminitis Trust approval mark? Alfalfa Pellets contain pure pelleted alfalfa, with nothing else added. They may be fed dry or soaked to a mash and can be fed alone or in combination with another Dengie fibre feed. As Alfalfa Pellets are much more concentrated, they are particularly useful for horses and ponies with limited fibre appetites. A large horse may have up to 3kg of alfalfa-based feeds per day, which in chop form would be equivalent to 7.5 large round scoops, whereas in pellet form this is only about two scoops. Alfalfa Pellets are also free from preservatives and binders. This low-calorie balancer is suitable for horses in need of a calorie-controlled diet and those prone to laminitis. It contains an effective level of biotin, zinc and methionine for hoof strength and growth, as well as natural antioxidants to support overall health, and protected yeast to support a healthy hindgut and nutrient uptake. Hi-Fi Molasses Free contains no added sugar, is molasses and preservative free and is approved by The Laminitis Trust. Key Features This high fibre feed is suitable for horses prone to laminitis as it will produce a low insulin response – and being low calorie it is also ideal for good-doers, natives and those in light work. It can be fed on its own, alongside a balancer or as a hay replacer. The blend includes short chopped alfalfa and straw to extend eating time, contains biotin to support hoof health, and a full range of added vitamins and minerals to provide a balanced diet.Tania Grantham from Inspire Dressage is a long-term Dengie fan and has been feeding our fibre feeds to a diverse range of horses for years; she wouldn’t feed anything else. Horses in their natural environment have a seasonal cycle of weight gain over the summer and weight loss over the winter. In the domestic environment, food is always available and this, combined with greater thermal protection and restricted exercise, means that some horses are very prone to gaining weight and developing insulin resistance (IR) The inclusion of mint, fenugreek and alfalfa pellets creates interest and taste, perfect for fussy eaters Naturally low in starch (1.5%) and sugar (2.5%) – approximately one-fifth of the sugar found in average hay

Dario took a while to adjust to his new home and gain weight. He also started to exhibit behavioural problems and then went lame prior to a navicular syndrome diagnosis. As obesity worsens IR, the primary aim is to encourage weight loss and maintain the horse at an ideal bodyweightHi-Fi Lite can also be fed as a hay replacer. Naturally lower in sugar than hay, Hi-Fi Lite can be fed on a weight for weight basis as a low sugar alternative to hay or haylage.