Equerry Veteran Mash 20kg - Free P&P

Equerry Veteran Mash 20kg

A quick-soaking mash specially formulated to meet the nutritional needs of veteran and senior horses. As horses age, their ability to digest and absorb nutrients declines — Equerry Veteran Mash addresses this with highly digestible ingredients, raised levels of vitamin E, high-quality protein, and linseed to support muscle tone, condition, coat quality, and digestive efficiency in older horses.

Key Benefits

• High protein — supports muscle tone and topline in older horses whose muscle mass naturally declines with age
• Raised vitamin E — an important antioxidant that supports immune function, muscle health, and helps manage oxidative stress in senior horses
• Oil and linseed — promote weight gain, coat shine, and skin condition through omega-3 fatty acids and non-heating calories
• Highly digestible cereals — improve digestive efficiency in veteran horses whose digestive systems become less effective with age
• Yeast — supports a healthy digestive environment and hindgut microbiome
• Added vitamins and minerals including magnesium — comprehensive micronutrient support tailored for senior horses
• Quick-soaking mash — easy to prepare and easy to eat, ideal for older horses with dental issues or reduced chewing ability

How to Feed

Soak before feeding. Follow the feeding guide on pack for quantities and soaking instructions based on bodyweight and condition. Feed alongside good quality forage. Introduce gradually over 7–10 days. Always ensure fresh water is available.

FAQ

Why do veteran horses need a specialist feed?

As horses age, their digestive efficiency declines, making it harder to extract nutrients from standard feeds. Veteran horses are also more prone to muscle loss, weight loss, and compromised immune function. A specialist veteran mash with highly digestible ingredients, raised vitamin E, and quality protein addresses these age-related changes directly.

Why is vitamin E important for older horses?

Vitamin E is a key antioxidant that supports immune function and muscle health. Older horses are more susceptible to oxidative stress, which can contribute to muscle damage and immune decline. Raised vitamin E levels in the diet help counteract this. It is particularly important for horses with reduced pasture access, as fresh grass is a natural dietary source.

Is it suitable for horses with dental problems?

Yes — Equerry Veteran Mash is a soakable mash, making it easy to eat for horses with poor dentition, missing teeth, or reduced chewing ability. Soaking softens the feed completely, reducing the need for effective chewing.

Does it contain cereals?

Yes — Equerry Veteran Mash contains highly digestible cereals including flaked barley and flaked maize to support energy and digestive efficiency. It is not a cereal-grain-free feed. If your horse requires a cereal-grain-free option, consider Equerry Cool Mash.

Is it suitable for a horse that also needs to gain weight?

Yes — the combination of linseed, oil, quality protein, and highly digestible ingredients means Veteran Mash can support both condition and muscle maintenance in older horses that have lost weight. Follow the feeding guide on pack and introduce gradually.

Can I feed it to a horse with laminitis?

Veteran Mash contains cereals and molasses and is designed as a conditioning and maintenance feed rather than a low-sugar feed. Always check the full nutritional analysis on the label and consult your vet before feeding to laminitis-prone horses.