NPC Health Expel Equine Respiratory Support
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$79.00 - Regular price
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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
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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, rugging is usually appropriate when temperatures drop below 5–10 °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.
Expel; the airway supplement for horses that helps to expel mucous to support a healthy airway.
Expel is a powerful decongestant, liquefying heavy mucus to clear the airway and aid in easier breathing. Expel can be fed as a supplement for horses to help clear the airway in order to reduce secondary infection.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Expel is a pure, powerful potassium iodide airway supplement for horses and is only recommended for short term use, usually in blocks of 1-3 days or as recommended by your veterinarian.
It is extremely effective and is a strong product for liquefying mucous. It must be used as per label instructions only or as directed by your veterinarian.
Expel, airway supplement for horses with upper respiratory congestion.
How does Expel benefit your horses respiratory?
- Liquifies heavy mucous secretions from the upper respiratory
- Powerful expectorant to lift mucous (seen as thick nasal discharge) where it can be easily expelled
- Removes congestion which allows for easier breathing
- Hastens recovery
- Helps reduce secondary infections
- Use alongside medications to support the airways and breathing
How does congestion occur?
Airways in horses become congested in response to airborne particles such as dust, pollen and moulds. It is crucial to free the airway of inhaled particulates and also to ward of the potential for secondary bacterial infections. Blocked or congested airways causing thick nasal discharge may cause distress and also lead to chronic or acute conditions such as heaves to equine pneumonia.
Mucous can also be triggered in response to an allergen. This is the bodies attempt to capture the particles where the body can then remove. However, when congestion is thick it may need the help of a product like Expel to assist in removal.
It is best practise to reduce the mucus and take practical steps to reduce allergens.
Expel is an airways supplement for horses to help free mucus from the airway. It may also be used as a short-term supplement during coughs and colds if congestion is present.
Nutritional breakdown:
Potassium Iodide (pure) 99.5 %
Dose rates:
5 grams per 500 Kg horse. Administer short term usually 1- 3 days.
CAUTION: Not for prolonged use.
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.
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- Free 24/7 pickup via our after-hours collection box.
- Instructions will be emailed when your order is ready.
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FAQ
All your questions, answered.
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.
