AAKG for Horses | Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate

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AAKG for horses
AAKG for Horses | Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate £27.99 or subscribe and save 5%

Key Features
  • Increased nitric oxide (NO) formation
  • Supports circulation
  • Maintains healthy hoof function
  • Supports ligaments and tendons
  • Cold weather support
  • Support during stressful states
Ingredients
  • 100% Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate (AAKG).
  • Produced in a 2:1 ratio (Arginine and alpha keto-glutarate).
Feed Rates

For foot comfort in horses prone to laminitis

  • Begin at 1 to 1.5 grams per 225 kg of body weight – twice per day.

Performance horses

  • 1.5 grams per 225 kg of body weight – twice per day.

Support of ligaments and tendons

  • 1.5 grams per 225 kg of body weight – twice per day.

Feed on as empty a stomach as possible, 20 minutes before the bucket feed, or at least two hours after the last bucket feed.

1 x 10ml scoop = approx. 6 grams

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST
  • An average 450kg horse at the lower rate (1g twice a day) – 250 days.

  • An average 450kg horse at the higher rate (1.5g twice a day) – 166 days.

Delivery & Returns

Free UK mainland shipping on orders over £80*

  • 60-day returns on unopened items
  • Order yours before 11am for same-day dispatch*

What is AAKG for horses?

Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate, also known as AAKG for horses is a nonessential amino acid that’s necessary when it comes to making nitric oxide in the horses liver.

AAKG is a combination of the amino acid arginine and the compound alpha-ketoglutarate.

Supplementation can lead to improved blood flow and nutrient delivery to muscles during exercise. Some of its potential benefits include increased endurance, improved recovery after work.

A close up pot shot of AAKG for horses.

Feeding the Performance Horse

How does AAKG for horses work?

This Alpha-Ketoglutarate compound helps improve the delivery of L-arginine in metabolic pathways. 

The amino acid arginine is the precursor for the formation of nitric oxide in tissue circulation. Nitric oxide is a powerful vasodilator i.e. causes the blood vessels to widen, which encourages greater blood flow and tissue perfusion.

In the immune system, a key role of arginine is in the generation of large amounts of nitric oxide (NO) during non-specific inflammatory responses.

What are the potential health benefits of AAKG for horses?

  • Supports Circulation: AAKG is known to enhance circulation, which can be beneficial for horses with compromised circulation in the laminae, particularly in cases of vasoconstriction and ischemia.
  • Maintains Healthy Hoof Function: By promoting better blood flow to the hooves, AAKG can help maintain the healthy functioning of the hoof.
  • Support during Stress: Arginine, a component of AAKG, can provide support during times of stress for horses.
  • Supports Ligaments and Tendons: AAKG may aid in the support and maintenance of healthy ligaments and tendons in horses.
  • Increased Nitric Oxide (NO) Formation: When used in conjunction with the herb jiaogulan, AAKG is thought to enhance nitric oxide formation, which can have additional benefits for circulation.
  • Cold Weather Support: AAKG supplementation before a cold weather snap can further promote healthy hoof function and circulation, especially in cases where AVA shunts have been damaged.
  • Enhanced Nutritional Support: When both jiaogulan and AAKG are supplemented together, before and during cold temperatures, the nutritional support for circulation and hoof health is even more effective.
  • Complementary Management: Alongside other management practices like wrapping feet and providing deep bedding, AAKG supplementation can be a useful approach for maintaining healthy circulation in hooves affected by cold temperatures.

For more information on using this product please contact us.

4 reviews for AAKG for Horses | Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate

  1. Sarah Storer (verified owner)

    So far so good, using alongside jiaogulan
    Great package design and super fast delivery

  2. Cindy Goddard (verified owner)

    I am so amazed by every product I have purchased they truely do what it says on the tin!! Highly recommend

  3. Kate B (verified owner)

    I got this along with jiaogulan to help with my horses navicular, which for him is a ligament issue, He has been taking both for a couple of months now and is feeling better than he has for a long time.

  4. Kate B (verified owner)

    I got this along with jiaogulan to help with my horses navicular, which for him is a ligament issue, He has been taking both for a couple of months now and is feeling better than he has for a long time. He eats them mixed straight out of my hand.

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