Is Alfa-A Oil Good For Horses?

Alfa-A Oil has no added sugar and is low in starch and so is suitable for horses that require a low sugar and starch ration such as those prone to laminitis or muscle problems.

Is Alfa-A the same as alfalfa?

Key Features. Alfa-A Original is a pure alfalfa high-fibre feed with a molasses coating for horses in work, breeding and youngstock.

What can I feed with Alpha oil?

Alfa-A Oil may be fed as the sole ‘bucket feed’ alongside a supplement or balancer. Alternatively Alfa-A Oil may be alongside traditional mixes and cubes to add valuable nutrients and to help slow the rate of eating.

Should horses eat alfalfa?

Alfalfa hay is an excellent source of energy, protein, calcium and some other nutrients for horses. Its concentrations of protein and calcium meet the nutrient needs of horses in high levels of production, such as growth and lactation, but exceed the nutrient requirements of horses in other life stages.

Does Alfa-A Oil contain molasses?

As Alfa-A Oil is free from molasses and cereal grains it is ideal for over-excitable individuals, those prone to muscle problems or Broodmares.

What is Alfa-A Good For?

Alfa-A Oil is our fibre feed with the highest slow release energy level, ideal for fuelling horses in work, promoting weight gain and generating exceptional condition.

What is the benefit of Alfa?

Alpha-lipoic acid is an organic compound with antioxidant properties. It’s made in small amounts by your body but also found in foods and as a supplement. It may benefit diabetes, skin aging, memory, heart health, and weight loss. Dosages of 300–600 mg seem effective and safe without serious side effects.

What is the best oil to put in horse feed?

Linseed oil is the best option to use as it contains high levels of Omega 3, has good palatability, isn’t too pricey and is suitable for a large range of horses and ponies. Grass is a good source of Omega 3, so horses who receive little or no turnout will certainly benefit from supplementation.

Is Alfa-a molasses free a complete feed?

Alfa-A Molasses Free is a straight feed and although alfalfa is abundant in natural nutrients a source of broad-spectrum vitamins and minerals should be added alongside to ensure a balanced diet such as Performance Vits & Mins or Performance+ Balancer.

Is Alfa-A Suitable for Laminitics?

Alfa-A Oil has no added sugar and is low in starch and so is suitable for horses that require a low sugar and starch ration such as those prone to laminitis or muscle problems.

How much alfalfa a day for a horse?

You could start with adding 1 lb (0.45 kg) per day per horse and see how well they tolerate it. Then you can slowly increase the amount as desired. You should observe a difference in weight with 2 lb (1 kg) of alfalfa pellets a day added to your current feeding program.

Can horses eat alfalfa every day?

Alfalfa is not good for all horses.
Alfalfa will fatten horses not burning the excess calories in alfalfa. You shouldn’t feed horses with liver or kidney problems high protein diets, including alfalfa. It’s is also not a good idea to feed endurance horses too much alfalfa.

Is grass or alfalfa better for horses?

Overall, grass lacks in nutrients, but it is a very common choice among horse owners. Some horses can be allergic to Alfalfa and so grass is the better option.

Is Alfa-A Oil good for ulcers?

Absolutely! Alfa-A Oil is our highest energy feed at 12.5MJ DE per kg which is comparable to a competition or conditioning mix. However, it contains around 10 times less starch than a cereal based feed with a comparable energy value so is much better for gut health.

What is alfa-a horse feed?

Alfa-A Original is suitable for horses working up to a moderate level or those in lower levels of work that struggle to maintain weight. Made from pure alfalfa with a molasses coating. Alfa-A Original provides 10MJ/kg digestible energy equivalent to many Pasture or Cool Mixes/Cubes.

What does micronised linseed do for horses?

The Benefits of Micronised Linseed for Horses
Improves coat condition & skin condition. Supports healthy skin. Supports immune function. Supports healthy weight gain.

Can alfalfa cause laminitis?

Alfalfa hay can cause horses to founder and develop laminitis due to the excess nutrients provided by the high quality hay if too much is fed. If switching from grass hay to alfalfa, generally less alfalfa is required to provide the same nutrients present in the grass hay.

Can alfalfa make a horse hot?

Alfalfa hay will make a horse hot, or crazy.
Alfalfa provides a significant amount of calories; however, an excess of calories in any form, whether from alfalfa, grain or oil, without the exercise to burn them, can result in an excessively energetic horse.

Does alfalfa have more sugar than grass hay?

Horses that have Equine Metabolic Syndrome (insulin resistance) and are prone to laminitis may be sensitive to alfalfa, most likely because alfalfa has more sugar and is higher in starch than most grass hays.

What are the side effects of alfalfa?

Alfalfa seed products may cause reactions that are similar to the autoimmune disease called lupus erythematosus. Alfalfa might also cause some people’s skin to become extra sensitive to the sun. Wear sunblock outside, especially if you are light-skinned.

Does alfalfa increase appetite?

Use alfalfa seed in foods
Traditionally, the herb was used in digestion issues and increase appetite.