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CORRECT FEEDING. Feed that is too energy-rich may place a strain on the large intestine and negatively affect metabolic processes. A possible consequence: a lack of vitamins and zinc in the skin, which favours the symptoms of summer eczema. In the same way, the skin is much stressed during the period when the horse changes its coat, this requires a lot of zinc and vitamin B, thus weakening the skin.
Stiefel Diatomite is rich in zinc and vitamin B and is fed to the horse to balance out deficiencies. It also ensures a good water balance in the cells and promotes cell metabolism. Inflammatory products are more rapidly removed and the skin is „cleansed“. Another rich source of vitamin B is Stiefel 100 % pure Brewer‘s Yeast. In addition, Stiefel Black Cumin Oil can reduce allergic reactions and stabilise skin functions.
Unfortunately the coat change season is directly followed by the blackfl y season. This means that the skin of more sensitive horses would often not stand a chance without some assistance. Such a deficiency adversely affects the structure of the skin – the cells lose their elasticity and moisture, while the production of new cells slows down. However, when trace elements and vitamins that are important for healthy skin are supplemented, the reserves are topped up and the skin is strengthened from the inside.
PREVENTATIVE TREATMENT. The problem of summer eczema should be treated preventatively and comprehensively. In sensitive horses, it makes sense to supplement the supply of minerals during the coat change, so that the skin structure is not weakened and does not become a target point for insects. The basic rule is: if the animal is too much affected by pruritus and appears to suffer from it, a veterinarian should be consulted to alleviate the problem. www.stiefel.store
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