Product Details

Equine America Better Bones provides targeted nutritional support for broodmares, youngstock, and young performance horses. This carefully researched formula combines major minerals, key trace minerals, vitamins D3 and K, collagen, and amino acids to support correct bone growth and development.

Also suitable for horses on long-term box rest where bone de-mineralization can occur, Better Bones helps maintain skeletal integrity. Manufactured in BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited facilities, it is suitable for horses competing under FEI regulations and the Rules of Racing.


Key Features

Calcium 6600mg per 120g serving
Phosphorus 2200mg per 120g serving
Magnesium 1000mg per 120g serving
Ca:P Ratio 3:1
Zinc 300mg per 120g serving
Copper 100mg per 120g serving
Mono Silicic Acid 3609mg per 120g serving
Manganese 300mg per 120g serving
Vitamin D3 2000iu per 120g serving
Collagen 360mg per 120g serving
Methionine 3000mg per 120g serving
Lysine 9000mg per 120g serving
MSM 2500mg per 120g serving
Vitamin K 7mg per 120g serving
Crude Protein 22.2%
Crude Fat 7.0%
Crude Fibre 6.3%
Crude Ash 23.0%
Sodium 0.2%
Calcium 5.4%
Phosphorus 1.8%
Magnesium 0.7%
Lysine 5.0%
Methionine 2.5%
Threonine 1.0%
Composition Wheatfeed, Hipro Soya (from genetically modified sources), Micronized Linseed, Dried Alfalfa, Maerl, Wheat, Dicalcium Phosphate, Methyl Sulphonyl Methane (MSM), Calcium Gluconate, Whey, Collagen (marine)
Technological Additives Monosilicic acid (dried and precipitated) 30,075mg, E321 BHT 833mg per kg
Binders 1m558i Bentonite 60mg per kg
Preservatives 1a282 Calcium Propionate 667mg per kg
Nutritional Additives Vitamins: Vitamin D3 (3a671) 8333 iu; Trace elements: Total Copper 833mg, Copper (Copper (II) chelate of glycine hydrate (3b413) 275mg, Copper (Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate (3b405) 558mg, Total Zinc 2500mg, Zinc oxide (3b603) 1675mg, Zinc chelate of glycine hydrate (3b607) 825mg, Total Manganese 2500mg, Manganese (Manganese oxide 3b502) 1675mg, Manganese (Manganese chelate of glycine hydrate 3b506) 825mg; Amino acids: Lysine hydrochloride (3.2.3) 54500mg, DL Methionine (3c301) 23300mg, L-Threonine (3c410) 5000mg per kg
Weight 8.4 lb

Highlights

  • ✓ Provides key minerals, vitamins D3, and K, collagen, and amino acids for broodmares and youngstock to support optimum skeletal development.
  • ✓ Contains bio-available mineral sources, including sustainable marine algae, collagen, and high-quality protein, providing key amino acids.
  • ✓ Contains MSM to support natural anti-inflammatory processes and provide a bioavailable source of sulphur to support hoof growth.
  • ✓ Provides targeted nutrition for broodmares and youngstock, young racehorses entering training, and young performance horses competing in age classes to support continuing skeletal maturation and maintenance of bone density.
  • ✓ Suitable for horses on long-term box rest, where bone de-mineralization can occur through enforced lack of load-bearing activity.
  • ✓ Better Bones is BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited, suitable for horses competing under FEI regulations and the Rules of Racing.

How to use

For typical 500kg mature weight:

Weanlings: (6-12 months) 60g per day

Youngstock: (12-24 months) 90g per day

Young Performance Horses: 60-120g per day

Broodmares: 120g per day

Maximum per day: 120g

60g (approx.) measure enclosed


Ingredients

Ingredient Amount
Calcium 6600mg
Phosphorus 2200mg
Magnesium 1000mg
Ca:P Ratio 3:1
Zinc 300mg
Copper 100mg
Mono Silicic Acid 3609mg
Manganese 300mg
Vitamin D3 2000iu
Collagen 360mg
Methionine 3000mg
Lysine 9000mg
MSM 2500mg
Vitamin K 7mg

Frequently asked questions

What horses is Better Bones suitable for?

Better Bones is formulated for broodmares, youngstock, and young performance horses such as racehorses, showjumpers, and dressage horses in age-restricted classes. It is also suitable for horses on long-term box rest to help prevent bone de-mineralization.

What are the key ingredients in Better Bones?

Each 120g serving provides calcium (6600mg), phosphorus (2200mg), magnesium (1000mg), zinc (300mg), copper (100mg), mono silicic acid (3609mg), manganese (300mg), vitamin D3 (2000iu), collagen (360mg), methionine (3000mg), lysine (9000mg), MSM (2500mg), and vitamin K (7mg).

Is Better Bones suitable for competition horses?

Yes, Equine America is BETA NOPS and UFAS accredited, making Better Bones suitable for horses competing under FEI regulations and the Rules of Racing. However, note that when fed at recommended levels, this product contains controlled levels of MSM which is listed as a threshold substance under the Rules of Racing.

What is the recommended daily feeding amount?

For a typical 500kg mature weight: weanlings (6-12 months) 60g per day, youngstock (12-24 months) 90g per day, young performance horses 60-120g per day, and broodmares 120g per day. The maximum per day is 120g. A 60g measure is enclosed.

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