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NPC Health Equine Vitamin C

$69.00
$69.00
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Rug Fill / Weight Guide

The thermoneutral zone is the temperature range where the body can maintain its core temperature with little to no extra energy expenditure. For humans, this range is quite narrow at 21–28 °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

  • Clipped horses may need a heavier gram fill to stay comfortable.

  • Remember: horses warm themselves more easily than they cool down under a rug. If unsure, choose a lighter rug.

  • Check your horse regularly to make sure they are neither too hot nor too cold.

  • Consider your horse’s age and natural ability to stay warm.

  • As a general guide, rugging is usually appropriate when temperatures drop below 5–10 °C, but always adjust for your horse’s individual needs.

  • 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.

Vitamin C for horses provides high quality, high strength care in the absolute best stabilized form offering the most health benefits to horse owners and also the best value. It remains stable and is also gentle on the stomach.

This quality form of vitamin C for horses offers support for your horse during times of sickness or stress.

Vitamin C for horses offers a pure high quality, high strength, stabilized ascorbate providing the very best and powerful antioxidant properties. It assists cellular function and supports unwell horses or horses under stress such as travelling or training. The protective antioxidant properties in turn boost natural levels and assist with immune function and recovery.

Why quality matters:

The ascorbic acid form is unstable once open to air. NPC offers pure, stabilized vitamin C for horses that is standardized and consistent with every batch remains stable once open to air. NPC Vitamin C for horses offers unapparelled quality to the horse owner.

Understanding Vitamin C for horses

This is an essential nutrient known for its antioxidant properties and its role in supporting the immune system, skin health, and joint function. Horses, unlike humans, can produce vitamin C naturally in their bodies through the synthesis of glucose. However, there are circumstances where additional supplementation may be beneficial, such as during times of stress, illness, or for horses in high-performance work.

Benefits of Vitamin C for horses:

  • Supports Immune Health:  crucial for the proper functioning of the immune system
  • Antioxidant Protection: as a potent antioxidant, neutralizing radicals in the body and helping protect cells from oxidative damage. This is particularly beneficial for horses exposed to environmental stressors such as extreme temperatures, heavy training, or travel.
  • Collagen Production and Joint Health: it is essential for collagen production, which is vital for the health of connective tissues like tendons, ligaments, and joints. This makes it useful for maintaining joint health, particularly in older horses or those with joint issues.
  • Improved Wound Healing: where it supports the healing of wounds, cuts, and injuries by promoting the production of collagen and other essential healing factors. Horses recovering from surgery or injury may benefit from extra supplementation.
  • Stress Support: horses undergoing physical stress, such as during training, competition, or transport, may have higher requirements. Supplementation may also help replenish levels that are depleted during periods of stress.

Signs of Vitamin C Deficiency in Horses:

  • Weakened immune response: Increased susceptibility to infections and illnesses.
  • Poor coat condition: dull, rough, or patchy coat, which may be a sign of poor collagen synthesis.
  • Wound healing problems: slower recovery from cuts, scrapes, or injuries.
  • Joint issues: stiffness, discomfort, or decreased mobility in older horses or those with joint problems.
  • Fatigue or lethargy: lower energy levels may result from insufficient amounts

Vitamin C for horses can be a beneficial supplement for horses, especially in times of stress, illness, or recovery. It supports immune function, joint health, and overall well-being. When used correctly supplementation can help keep your horse in optimal health. Be sure to follow proper dosing recommendations and monitor your horse’s response to supplementation.

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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)

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NPC Health Equine Vitamin C