Posted: 6th March 2019 | Back to news feed
With the foaling season upon us all breeders want to make sure that they support their breeding stock’s nutritional needs and give foals the right start in life.
Lots of myths surround breeding – probably because a lot of things are beyond our control. A myth that has been around for years is that excess protein results in an increased risk of Developmental Orthopaedic Disease (DOD). Research has successfully dispelled this myth and more recently other studies presented at the European Workshop on Equine Nutrition 2018, have shown that it is possible to raise youngstock on a fibre and oil based ration – stud mixes are not required! Dengie have also proven this in practice with the exciting prospect Headmore Valentina
Case study:
The Headmore Stud run by Sarah Oppenheimer and her daughter, International British Dressage Rider Alice Oppenheimer, have trusted Dengie for their advice and fibre feed range to provide the best specification feed and supplements for the nutritional requirements of their horses for many years.
An example of how Dengie has contributed to the correct development of a potential top-class sport horse is Headmore Valentina. As a foal in 2016, Headmore Valentina was awarded an elite premium at the British Breeders/British Equestrian Federation Futurity with a score of 9.7, the joint-third highest ever mark at that time.
During her developmental years, Headmore Valentina’s diet was based on Dengie Alfa-A Original and Performance+ Balancer in addition to grazing and additional forage. During the period of 2017-2018 her bodyweight changes were monitored on the Dengie portable weighbridge. Val’s weight chart shows a steady increase in weight over the years with the usual seasonal fluctuations that are to be expected.
Now rising 3 years old Valentina is really looking like a potential star of the future. Her diet consists of 2 scoops of Dengie Alfa-A Original, 1 scoop of Dengie Grass Pellets and Dengie Performance Vits & Mins, the results speak for themselves!
The Feed
- Dengie Alfa-A Original - A high fibre feed providing 10MJ/kg of Digestible Energy. Contains naturally occurring vitamins and minerals and is rich in calcium.
- Dengie Performance + Balancer - designed to utilise the energy and quality protein that the Alfa-A range of fibre feeds provide supplying essential nutrients to balance the ration as well as ingredients designed to promote health and condition.
- Dengie Grass Pellets - Simply 100% naturally grown meadow grass with no added sugar.
- Dengie Performance Vits & Mins A high specification, broad spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement.
For help and advice on all aspects of feeding call the Dengie Feedline: 0845 345 5115* or visit the website for further information: www.dengie.com
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