Horses are genetically designed to consume large amounts of roughage, that is, grass, hay and chaff. These are the basis for Herbal Horse Natural Diets.
All horses and ponies need oil feeds, which are essential for body maintenance, growth and repair. We are very particular about the form and quality of the oils we select, utilising black sunflower seeds, chia seeds, organic hemp and coconut oils. Other oils are not chosen due to their chemical extraction or instability, which can mean they are rancid in a short period of time.
Many horses and virtually all ponies do not need starch in their ration at all, as they can get enough calories from their oil ration. Starch feeds include oats, barley and corn. We recommend these grains are prepared either by soaking, freshly crushing or minimal cooking, or by using micronized forms.
Our collection of natural feeds and herbs have all been selected for their vital contribution to the complete nutrition of the horse. They are led by Herbal Horse Vitalis, and include flaky wheat bran, raw wheat germ, French white millet, apple cider vinegar, raw honey, Himalayan rock salt, Peppermint leaf, Vervain herb, Chamomile flowers and Slippery Elm Bark Powder.
