What is Fenugreek for Horses?
Fenugreek for horses is a useful addition to the bucket feed for those fussy horses or for anyone looking to improve palatability of the bucket feed. Fenugreek has a pleasant, nutty, natural smell and flavour for horses, it also provides a range of health benefits.
The Fenugreek plant has been used in alternative and Chinese medicine for thousands of years. It is an interesting herb with diverse nutraceutical properties and many potential health benefits for horses.
The Benefits of Fenugreek for Horses
- Improve palatability of the bucket feed for fussy eaters
- Soothing effects on the digestive system
- Reduce post-exercise muscle soreness
- Anti-inflammatory effects in rats and mice, however, more research is needed to confirm this in horses
- Suitable for safe long term use
Fenugreek seed powder is also sometimes fed to horses in order to improve condition or weight gain, however, we would recommend other additions to the bucket feed when looking to improve condition.
How to feed fenugreek to horses?
Our fenugreek powder for horses can be added to the bucket feed along side its other minerals and supplements. This should be mixed well with your usual fast soak fibre.
Precautions
Not recommended for pregnant mares or lactating mares, despite studies suggesting an increase in milk production/milk flow.
Free from any prohibited substances as defined under Jockey Club and FEI rules.
View the full range of horse herbs we stock here
