Hippo Health Mares Plus
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$48.00 - Regular price
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$59.90 - Sale price
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$48.00
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Mares Plus provides support for mares experiencing aggression, lethargy, lack of concentration or increased sensitivity to being groomed due to mood changes associated with normal hormonal cycling. A professionally formulated natural remedy suitable for long term use if dosing advice is followed.
How To Dose
Dose the affected horse twice a day by adding Mares Plus to food, a treat or by administering directly into the mouth using our pump bottle or a syringe. Most horses enjoy the sweet taste, but if your mare is nervous about being dosed, put the dose on your finger and dab it onto their lips or gums.
90ml Pump Bottle
Give 2 pumps onto the tongue, gums or lips, or on a piece of food twice daily for one week of every month. If symptoms are acute, dose hourly for up to 3 doses.
90 ml Pump Bottle = 230 doses (2 pumps per dose).
Bottles are food grade aluminium with a hygienic serum pump lid and over cap. Great for dosing on the go.
Jerry Can Dosing</p>
Feed – add 12mls - ½ capful (12ml) or ½ jerry can pump - on to feed twice a day for one week of every month.
Water trough - 1 capful (25ml/1oz) into the water trough every second day for one week per month. Based on 500 litres (5 qt) of water.
Syringe - 1 teaspoon (5ml) of remedy – regardless of mare’s body weight - into the mouth twice daily for one week of every month.
For acute symptoms, syringe dose 1 teaspoon (5ml) into the mouth hourly, up to 3 doses.
Our robust jerry cans are made from food grade plastic.
Product Features
* All remedies have a shelf life of 2 years
* Safe, non-toxic ingredients
* Safe to use alongside prescription medications
* Competition and Racing safe (not swab-able)
* Safe for pregnant and lactating mares
* Alcohol free
More Information
Our Chilled Out Horse remedy can be used as a long term, everyday natural calming supplement during the weeks when the mare isn’t being dosed with Mares Plus.
Oral remedies need to make contact with a mucous membrane such as the tongue, gums or lips. Read our blog to find out more about oral dosing.
General Disclaimer
Our equine remedies are formulated to support a horse’s natural immune response. We do not claim to treat, medicate or cure any health conditions. If you are worried an animal may be in pain or suffering, please contact your veterinarian.
INGREDIENTS
Made in New Zealand. 100% Natural and Non-toxic. Homeopathic Preparation.
Contains equal parts of: Cantharis, Chasteberry (Agnus castus), Cimicifuga, Cyclamen, Lilium tigrinum, Pulsatilla, Sepia
Base: Vegetable glycerine & purified water
Shipping Info
Shipping & Pickup Information
Flat Rate Shipping via Post Haste (Excludes Feed):
- North Island: $10 (1-2 working days)
- South Island: $20 (2-3 working days)
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Feed Shipping per bag via Post Haste:
- Central North Island: $14 Per Bag
- Upper North Island: $18 Per Bag
- Lower North Island: $28 Per Bag
- South Island: $55 Per Bag
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Orders placed before 1 PM are usually shipped the same day.
Pick-up Info
Click & Collect - Tauranga Store
Free 24/7 pickup from our secure after-hours collection box. Email us if you’d like to collect after hours and we’ll send you the instructions.
Try Before You Buy - No Obligation
We keep limited stock in-store, so order online to secure the items you want to try.
At checkout, choose Click & Collect as your delivery method, then Cash on Delivery (COD) as your payment method. You won’t pay anything online.
We’ll bring your items into the store and let you know when they’re ready. Try them on or check them over in person. If they’re not right, leave them with us. No problem at all. If you keep them, pay in store when you pick up.
Excludes saddles.
Returns & Exchanges
No problem! We offer 30-day returns and exchanges on items in new, resalable condition with original packaging. Returns are issued a full store credit, or a refund less a 10% processing & restocking fee. See our full policy.
FAQ
All your questions, answered.
Not sure what rug your horse needs right now? Our free Horse Rug Forecaster checks your local weather and tells you what rug weight your horse needs today, tonight and over the next 3 days. It works anywhere in New Zealand and adjusts for clipped horses and horses that feel the cold.
The thermoneutral zone is the temperature range where the body can maintain its core temperature with little to no extra energy expenditure. Humans need it much warmer, at around 25–30 °C, but for horses it’s much broader at 5–25 °C.
This difference means we should avoid rugging horses based on how cold we feel. Over-rugging can lead to serious health issues, including metabolic problems and thermoregulatory dysfunction.
Tips for Choosing a Winter Rug Weight
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Clipped horses may need a heavier gram fill to stay comfortable.
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Remember: horses warm themselves more easily than they cool down under a rug. If unsure, choose a lighter rug.
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Check your horse regularly to make sure they are neither too hot nor too cold.
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Consider your horse’s age and natural ability to stay warm.
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As a general guide, a healthy unclipped horse with shelter usually doesn't need a winter rug until it feels colder than about 5 °C, but always adjust for your horse’s individual needs.
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Always ensure rugs are waterproof. A wet rug is worse than no rug at all.
This is an indicative guide only. Always take into account factors such as wind chill, your horse’s age, weight, and condition. For advice based on your local forecast, try the Horse Rug Forecaster.
