Kentucky Equine Research (KER) EquiShure
Time released hind gut buffer
KER EQUISHURE – Kentucky Equine Research - Enhancing Normal Digestive Function in Horses
KER EQUISHURE promotes optimal digestive health by supporting the maintenance of a healthy hindgut environment. Using encapsulation technology, it ensures targeted delivery of sodium bicarbonate directly to the hindgut to help regulate pH levels.
Horses, particularly those under stress or engaged in high-energy activities, often consume large amounts of energy-dense feeds. However, overconsumption of high-starch concentrates or pasture grasses rich in fructans (sugars) can lead to disturbances in the normal hindgut function.
Features & Benefits:
- Maintain Normal Hindgut pH: Helps reduce the risk of abnormal hindgut function and associated digestive issues.
- Targeted Delivery: Encapsulation ensures the controlled release of sodium bicarbonate directly to the hindgut.
- Improved Digestive Efficiency: Supports overall digestive health for better nutrient absorption.
Recommended for Horses:
- On moderate to high grain diets
- Grazing lush pasture
- Undergoing intense physical activity or sales preparation
KER EQUISHURE is also suitable for racehorses and is compliant with the ‘Clear Day rule’ in the Australian Rules of Racing for the use of alkalinising agents.
EquiShure for Hindgut Acidosis:
Hindgut acidosis occurs when a horse’s pH drops due to the fermentation of starches and sugars like fructans, leading to lactic acid build-up. EquiShure is specifically designed to manage and prevent this condition. Horses at risk often show signs such as:
- Decreased feed intake or total inappetence
- Mild to moderate colic symptoms of unknown origin
- Poor feed efficiency, weight loss, or poor growth
- Behavioral issues such as wood chewing, weaving, and stall walking
- Reduced performance, including reproductive challenges
Maintaining a stable hindgut environment with EquiShure helps ensure proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, enhancing overall horse health.
Active Ingredients:
- Monoglycerides
- Sodium Bicarbonate
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Available Pack Sizes:
- 1.25kg: 10-20 days supply
- 7.2kg: 60-120 days supply
- 18kg: 150-300 days supply
Why Use EquiShure?
- Encapsulation Technology: Ensures sodium bicarbonate reaches the hindgut for maximum effect.
- Stabilizes Hindgut pH: Reduces the risk of acidosis and related disorders.
- May Improve Feed Efficiency: Helps ensure proper nutrient absorption.
Recommended for Horses:
- On high-grain diets or grazing lush pasture
- Experiencing inappetence or weight loss
- Showing unexplained behavioral issues
- With digestive upsets or loose manure
- Prone to recurrent colic or laminitis
- Under stress due to training and competition
How to Use EquiShure:
Administer 30 to 180 g daily, depending on the horse’s size and risk for hindgut acidosis. Divide the dosage across feedings for best results. One scoop is approximately 30 g.
Sample Dosage (based on grain intake and body weight):
| Horse Weight | Low - Moderate Grain (Mostly Hay) | Low - Moderate Grain (Mostly Pasture) | Moderate - High Grain (Mostly Hay) | Moderate - High Grain (Mostly Pasture) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 660 lb (300 kg) | 30-60 g | 30-60 g | 60-90 g | 90-120 g |
| 1,100 lb (500 kg) | 60-90 g | 60-90 g | 90-120 g | 120-150 g |
| 1,320 lb (600 kg) | 90-120 g | 90-120 g | 120-150 g | 150-180 g |
Note: Follow the regulations set by your specific racing jurisdiction before using any feed additives or supplements.
Reordering Information:
| Product Size | Number of Horses | Reorder Every |
|---|---|---|
| 1.25 kg | 1 | 3 weeks |
| 7.2 kg | 1 | 8 weeks |
| 18 kg | 5 | 8 weeks |
(EQUISHUREPARENT)
| SKU | EQUISHUREPARENT |
| Brand | Kentucky Equine Research |
| Shipping Weight | 18.5000kg |
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