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RESEARCH SEPARATES THE INNOVATOR FROM THE IMITATOR® Kentucky Equine Research (KER) was founded in 1988 when Joe Pagan, Ph.D., realised that information generated from research did not reach the individuals that needed it most: feed manufacturers and horse owners. Since then the primary focus of the company has been bridging the gap between the research community and horsemen. KER accomplishes this through research, nutritional solutions, and consultation. KER is one of the most prolific private equine nutrition and exercise physiology research companies in the world. The quantity of published research derived from studies conducted at KER rivals that of leading universities. In addition to its own research, KER collaborates with prominent research institutions to develop and patent products and diagnostic techniques that target specific problems in horses. Using KER studies as a foundation, KERx Special Needs Nutrition products were developed to support special dietary needs. Backed by science and preferred by veterinarians, KERx products are designed with one goal in mind: to optimise the health of your horse. KER performs routine in vivo quality control studies to ensure that all KER supplements are free from prohibited substances. Aside from its research efforts, KER serves as an industry-wide consultant, working with feed manufacturers worldwide to source novel ingredients and formulate high-quality feeds. Part of this effort involves the use of proprietary programs developed by KER, including MicroSteed™, nutrition management and ration evaluation software, and GroTrac™, growth-monitoring software that allows breeders to compare the growth rates of their foals, weanlings, and yearling with those of young horses of similar age, sex, and breed. Another aspect of KER’s consultation services involves its relationship with national governing bodies of equine sport. KER serves as the official equine nutritionist of the United States Equestrian Federation and the Australian Equestrian Team. For more information on Kentucky Equine Research, visit ker.com
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Bio•Bloom PS
Allergies Antioxidants Bleeders (EIPH) Bone health Coat and hoof Convalescent (box rest) Cushing’s disease Digestion Electrolytes Equine metabolic syndrome Fertility Inappetence Joint health Laminitis Neurological Obesity Omega-3 fatty acids Tying-up Vitamins and minerals
DuraPlex
EO•3
EquiShure
KER•Flex
Nano•E
Restore Paste
Restore SR
RiteTrac
Synovate HA
BIO•BLOOM PS TM
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH HOOF & COAT CONDITIONER SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 30 g (30-g scoop included) Container sizes: 2 kg (66 servings) 4 kg (133 servings) 10 kg (333 servings)
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS NUTRIENT
PER 30 GM
Biotin
20 mg
Methionine
3,000 mg
Zinc
200 mg
Iodine
2 mg
SUITABLE FOR
> Show horses and ponies requiring excellent coat condition > Horses in sales preparation > Horses with a dull coat > Horses with split or cracked hooves > Supporting hoof, mane and tail growth
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Produces a soft, shiny coat and healthy growth of mane and tail > Facilitates hoof wall repair after sand cracks, wet-dry cycles, hard ground or other challenges to hoof quality > Includes essential amino acids and fatty acids, important ingredients for optimal coat condition
DESCRIPTION
Bio•Bloom™ is a dual-action supplement designed to support and maintain healthy skin, coat, and hoof condition from the inside out. Bio.Bloom PSTM contains biotin, methionine, iodine, and chelated zinc at levels shown to help hoof growth, including the development of a strong hoof wall. It includes lecithin, and its base of full-fat soya bean meal contains essential fatty acids and quality protein to produce a shiny coat, and resilient hoof horn.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Top-dress on feed. Feed 30 g to 60 g per day to horses and ponies. Feed 60 g per day for treatment of acute hoof damage and coat conditioning. Feed 90-120 g to horses recovering from laminitis.
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DURAPLEX
BONE MINERALISATION SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR
> Young horses in confinement, or on box rest due to injury > All box resting horses, regardless of age > Racehorses or foals recuperating from orthopaedic surgery
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> A special protein source for bone collagen production, supporting bone density and maintaining bone area > Helps maintain healthy bone metabolism, tissue, and structure in performance horses > Supports bone quality at high-risk times, such as when young horses enter race training > Supports bone health at times when bone can naturally demineralise - when limited or no turnout is available, including during box rest due to injury > Provides specialised postsurgical nutritional support > Positive changes in bone quality were demonstrated after just one month of supplementation.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Studies at Kentucky Equine Research determined that Duraplex速 may attenuate bone mineral loss during total box confinement.
NUTRIENT
PER 120 G
Calcium
10,000 mg
Phosphorus
5,000 mg
Magnesium
2,000 mg
Copper
60 mg
Zinc
120 mg
Manganese
100 mg
Vitamin A
5,000 IU
Vitamin D3
4,000 IU
DESCRIPTION
DuraPlex速 is proven to support optimal bone mineral density and bone area in both performance horses and growing horses. DuraPlex速 is a proprietary blend of specific proteins, minerals and vitamins scientifically demonstrated to attenuate bone demineralisation during periods of inactivity. Bone demineralisation occurs when access to free-choice exercise is restricted, such as when young horses are box-resting due to injury or surgery.
Bone mineral content is expressed as a radiographic bone aluminum equivalence (RBAE). Selected points on the cannon bone are scanned and lateral, medial and midpoint RBAE are generated to calculate actual bone mineral content.
Studies at Kentucky Equine Research showed that DuraPlex supplementation maintained bone health during box confinement, a situation in which demineralisation of bone would normally occur. Use of DuraPlex ensures that the skeletal system remains strong through confinement and is properly resilient for training when the time comes.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Top-dress on feed. For the support of optimal bone health, feed 60 g per day. For horses in need of additional support, feed 120 g per day. For best results, divide evenly between feeds.
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 60 g (30-g scoop included) Container sizes: 4 kg (66 servings) 10 kg (166 servings)
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EO•3
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OMEGA-3 SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR
> Pregnant mares, supplementation of the mare is passed directly to the foal with positive effects on foetal nervous system development > Stallions and their semen quality: sperm shape, viability and motility have all been improved with EPA and DHA supplementation > Working horses, from light to heavy work
FEATURES & BENEFITS
The benefits of the correct balance of omega-3: omega-6 on cell integrity is manifest in several ways: > Effective joint function: horses receiving high concentrate performance diets will have an inverse omega-3: omega-6 ratio, so affecting the natural functioning of the joint capsule. Correcting the ratio with EO•3 supports optimal joint function > Improved coat and hoof condition > In stabled horses and those in hard work, healthy membrane elasticity supports the delicate lung tissues especially during intense exercise > Suckling foals, mares receiving EPA and DHA have been shown to pass on the omega-3 fatty acids to their foals, facilitating improvements in the foal’s natural immunity > For optimal omega-3 supplementation, use a marine-derived source for supporting optimal cell function PUFA (polyunsaturated fatty acid) Content of commonly Used Oils
OIL TYPE
OMEGA 3
EO•3 from KER 35% Linseed oil 54% Soya oil 7% Rice bran oil 1% Corn Oil 1% Key: ALA = Alpha linoleic acid
OMEGA 3:OMEGA 6
SOURCE
12:1 4.2:1 0.14:1 0.03:1 0.02:1
Marine EPA/DHA Plant ALA Plant ALA Plant ALA Plant ALA
35% 3% 25% 12:1 37.6 MJ/kg
9,450 mg 810 mg 6,750 mg
TYPICAL ANALYSIS OF EO•3 Omega 3 Fatty Acids Omega 6 Fatty Acids EPA and DHA Omega 3 : Omega 6 ratio Digestible Energy (DE)
PER 30 ML
* Since the product is derived from a living source, actual values may vary slightly.
1MJ
DESCRIPTION
EO•3 is a unique source of omega-3 derived from marine sources that improves the critical omega-3: omega-6 fatty acid ratio in equine diets. These essential fatty acids cannot be made by the horse and have to be supplied by the diet. There are two main categories of essential fatty acids, also known as PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids) - omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Grass-fed horses receive a large proportion of omega-3 essential fatty acids from their grazing. Hay and cereals contain significantly less omega-3s. The equine body is therefore hardwired to receive a greater proportion of omega-3 fatty acids in its diet than of omega-6, and the system is in healthy balance when this is so. However, the issue in modern feeding is that grains and traditional concentrate feed ingredients supply a greater proportion of omega-6 fats, as do commonly added oils such as soya, corn and ricebran oil. This means that modern feeding regimes can supply a ratio of these essential fatty acids that is inverse to that the equine system has evolved to utilise. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids operate in the cells of the body in complementary roles. The optimal ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids is thought to be in the region of 2-4:1.
Source of omega-3s is key Plant-derived omega-3s are converted in the body from their basic linoleic acid form to more complex and highly effective EPA and DHA fatty acids. Marine oils on the other hand supply the EPA and DHA directly into the body, and are therefore a more potent way of supplying omega-3s.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Add 1-2 fluid oz (30 – 60 ml) to the feed of growing horses, broodmares and performance horse in light to moderate work daily. Horses in heavy work, breeding stallions and those recovering from an illness may be fed 2-4 fluid oz (60-120 ml) per day. For best results, introduce EO•3 to the ration gradually over a period of 5-10 days. Divide evenly between feeds.
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 30 ml Container sizes: 946.6ml/32 fluid oz (32 servings) 3.8 litres (128 servings)
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EQUISHURE
50
% increased d-lactate concentration
TIME-RELEASED HINDGUT HEALTH SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR
25
> Horses on high-cereal diets, or grazing lush pasture > Horses with a poor appetite, decreased feed intake or weight loss > Horses with loose droppings that may be strong smelling > Horses with unexplainable behavioural problems,0 such as wood chewing, weaving or box walking EquiShure
Control
FEATURES & BENEFITS
6.7
50
6.5
25
EquiShure
Control
6.2 *
6.1
GRAIN INTAKE
Low 6.6
to moderate
6.5
Low to moderate
6.4
Moderate 6.3
FORAGE SOURCE
Moderate to high
6.1
*Sig time effect P<0.05
4 EquiShure
4
Time
300KG 500KG 600KG (660LB) (1100LB) (1320LB) AMOUNT OF EQUISHURE PER DAY 50g
60g
Mostly pasture
60g
100g
120g
60g
100g
120g
90g
150g
180g
Mostly pasture *
4
Time
8
6 Control
8
6 Control
Figure 2. Faecal pH following consumption of a grain meal.
30g
6.0 0
4
Mostly hay
to high Mostly hay
6.2
0
EquiShure
FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS: WEIGHT OF HORSE
Fecal pH
6.3
5.9
Figure 1. Percent increase in d-lactate concentration following a fructan challenge.
5.9
6.4
6.0 0
6.7
*Sig time effect P<0.05
6.6
Fecal pH
% increased d-lactate concentration
> Targeted delivery of sodium bicarbonate to the hindgut > Stabilises hindgut pH > May improve feed efficiency through effective hindgut function
DESCRIPTION
EquiShure® is a unique supplement shown to help to maintain a normal pH in the horse’s hindgut, particularly in horses receiving diets with a high cereal inclusion. EquiShure® acts as a time-released hindgut buffer, by supplying an encapsulated source of sodium bicarbonate to the colon and caecum. EquiShure® can be used to help maintain a normal pH during the intense periods of a stressful competitive season, or when travelling, or at any time when there is a greater reliance on high starch and cereal diets without adequate levels of forage. At-risk horses often express one or more signs that can reduce athletic performance, growth or reproductive potential, such as loss of appetite, digestive discomfort, wood chewing and other stereotypies, with concomitant loss of performance.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Top-dress EquiShure® on feed. Feed 30 to 180 g daily according to the horse’s size and risk levels. Use the table opposite to determine recommended daily amount based on the horse’s cereal intake, forage source, and weight. For best results, divide the amount equally among feeds.
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 60 g (30-g scoop included) Container sizes: 1.25 kg (20 servings), 3.6 kg (60 servings), 7.2 kg (120 servings), 18 kg (300 servings)
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KER•FLEX JOINT HEALTH AND SUPPORT SUITABLE FOR
> All types of horses engaged in various types of exercise
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Contains high quality joint support compounds glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulphate, together with MSM and hyaluronic acid, in a palatable powdered formula to support broad spectrum joint health > Aids in the maintenance of joint integrity
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS NUTRIENT Glucosamine HCL Chondroitin Sulphate
PER 30 GM 10,000 mg 2,000 mg
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 15 gm (15-gm scoop included) Container sizes: 1 kg (66 servings)
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DESCRIPTION
Supporting healthy articular cartilage in the joints is essential to performance in horses. The cartilage within the joint capsule effectively coats the end of the bones in a joint and protects them from the shearing actions and shock loading of everyday movement. Articular cartilage is not an inert substance but is made up of living cells, chondrocytes, which maintain its shock absorbing functions. With athletic effort increasing the forces joint cartilage is subjected to,
and with chondrocyte activity declining with age, it therefore makes sense to support healthy cartilage with specific nutritional support.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
For horses in light to moderate work, add 15 gm to the daily ration. Horses in heavy work, those in need of additional joint protection, and horses weighing over 550 kg should receive 30 gm daily. A loading level of 30 gm may be added to the daily grain ration for 14 days.
Shane Borland, Saracen Brand Ambassador, Western Reining Champion
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NANO•E
NANODISPERSED LIQUID NATURAL-SOURCE VITAMIN E SUITABLE FOR
> Supporting muscle health and immunity in racehorses and performance horses > Convalescence - following illness or injury > Providing additional antioxidant support prior to or following stressful events, such as foaling, weaning, or travelling > Horses requiring additional muscle support > Horses in confinement, or those not receiving fresh green grass > Breeding stallions and pregnant and lactating broodmares
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Antioxidant supplementation for all types of horses > Natural-source Vitamin E has proven to be more effective than synthetic vitamin E > Rapidly available, so administration may be timed to provide peak antioxidant protection > Reproductive benefits for breeding horses, such as stallions, pregnant and lactating broodmares and newborn foals
TYPE OF HORSE
RECOMMENDED AMOUNT
Maintenance and stabled horses
4-8 ml (1,000 – 2,000 IU)
Horses in intense training
12 ml (3,000 IU)
Pregnant & lactating mares, newborn foals and breeding stallions
12 ml (3,000 IU)
Preloading prior to a competition or stressful event
12 – 20 ml (3,000 – 5,000 IU)
Valegro and Alan Davies, Head Groom for Carl Hester.
DESCRIPTION
Nano•E® is a revolutionary natural-source Vitamin E supplement for horses. Research has shown that Vitamin E varies in its potency and efficiency, based on whether the source is natural or synthetic. The combination of a natural source of Vitamin E and the nanodispersion technology in this supplement allows for rapid and superior bioavailability with a unique delivery system. Vitamin E is an essential component of body-wide antioxidant defences and plays a vital role in immune, cardiovascular, circulatory, neuromuscular, and reproductive functions.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Top-dress Nano•E® on feed at the time of feeding. Give 4 to 12 ml (1,000 - 3,000 IU) daily. For additional protection prior to a competition or a stressful event, give 12 to 20 ml (3,000 - 5,000 IU) 6 to 12 hours before. 1 pump = 2 ml (500 IU)
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 4 ml (1,000 IU) Container size: 450 ml (112 servings), 3.8 litre (950 servings)
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RESTORE PASTE BUFFERED ELECTROLYTE SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR
> For routine or strategic electrolyte replacement for all horses that sweat > Horses in work, or travelling to compete
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Easy-to-administer oral paste > For routine or strategic electrolyte replacement for all horses that sweat > Supplies sodium, chloride, potassium, and magnesium to hard-working horses > May stimulate a thirst response and encourage horses to drink > Non-irritating formula for oral and gastrointestinal comfort
DESCRIPTION
A carefully formulated paste electrolyte supplement designed to match the composition of sweat. Restore® Paste is an easy-to-administer product that includes a buffering agent (EquiShure®) designed to support gastrointestinal comfort in horses. When horses sweat they lose electrolytes, with the principal losses being chloride, sodium, potassium, and magnesium. The composition of Restore® Paste mimics that of horse sweat so it replaces what has been lost in sweat.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Administer one tube (60 g) after strenuous activity when the horse has been sweating. For best results during endurance training and competitions, administer Restore® Paste during the ride at rest stops or at water stops, and after completion. An entire tube can be used with each administration during a competition.
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SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 60 g (one tube) Container sizes: Available in single tubes and cases of 12
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS NUTRIENT
PER 60 GM
Sodium
6,990 mg
Chloride
14,700 mg
Potassium
3,990 mg
Magnesium
510 mg
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RESTORE SR SLOW-RELEASE ELECTROLYTE SUITABLE FOR
> Routine or strategic electrolyte replacement for all horses that sweat > Horses in work, or travelling to compete
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Slowly delivers sodium and other key electrolytes such as chloride, potassium, and magnesium to match and replace what was lost in sweat > Sugar-free formula
DAILY INTAKE
WORKLOAD
LEVEL OF SWEATING
30 – 60 gm
Light work
Visible sweat
60 – 90 gm
Moderate work
Dripping sweat
90 – 120 gm
Heavy work
Extended sweating
DESCRIPTION
Restore® SR contains the latest technology in electrolyte research, including a proprietary slow-release mechanism that allows sodium to be released gradually into the gastrointestinal tract for sustained absorption. When sodium is delivered slowly over a period of time, it is fully absorbed and utilised by the body. This is not always the case with the normal method of feeding a concentrated electrolyte, which causes a surge in blood electrolyte levels, and stimulates increased excretion of electrolytes, flushing out the electrolytes that have just been fed. Restore® SR helps horses to retain the electrolytes provided so they can replenish their reserves in the most optimal manner—slowly.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Adjust feeding levels according to sweat loss and work intensity. Divide daily amount fed equally between meals and mix well. Feed Restore® SR after competition, work, travelling or in any situation in which the horse has sweated. In addition to Restore® SR, all horses should have free-choice access to a salt block and water. The following recommendations are for horses with a mature body weight of 500 kg and should be adjusted accordingly.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS NUTRIENT
PER 30 GM
Sodium
6,990 mg
Chloride
12,900 mg
Potassium
3,990 mg
Magnesium
510 mg
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 30 g (30-g scoop included) Container sizes: 4.5 kg (150 servings), 18 kg (600 servings)
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RITETRAC
TM
TOTAL DIGESTIVE TRACT HEALTH SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR
> Horses experiencing o loose droppings o weight loss o lack of appetite o abnormal digestive sounds o stereotypical like behaviour
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Contains EquiShure®, a time-released buffer for the hindgut > Supports a healthy digestive environment for optimal nutrient absorption > Recommended for use during training, travelling, weaning, or other stressful events
DESCRIPTION
RiteTracTM is a scientifically proven supplement for total digestive tract support. Targeted at both the foregut and the hindgut of the horse, RiteTracTM works in two distinct ways. When fed in conjunction with correct management and forage regimes, RiteTracTM helps to maintain an optimal gastric environment. RiteTracTM also contains Equishure® to help maintain an optimum pH in the horse’s hindgut and ensure normal fermentation patterns. RiteTracTM is proven to be effective at elevating gastric pH in horses, together with Equishure®, a time-released hindgut buffer that helps to maintain hindgut pH at optimal levels. RiteTracTM is recommended for use during training and travelling, or at any time when feeding patterns have changed or have been compromised.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
May be given orally or added to the horse’s daily feeds. Administer 120 g per 500-kg horse. For best results, divide between meals.
Philip Spivey, Saracen Brand Ambassador, International Showjumper
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 120 g (60-g scoop included) Container sizes: 3 kg (25 servings), 6 kg (50 servings)
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SYNOVATE HA LIQUID SODIUM HYALURONATE SUITABLE FOR
> Supporting the joint health of equine athletes through the rigours of training and competition
FEATURES & BENEFITS
> Delivers high molecular weight sodium hyaluronate in an easy-to-administer liquid > Hyaluronic acid plays a vital role in maintaining the health of connective tissue and optimising normal joint function > Contributes significantly to maintenance of cartilage health and elasticity, joint fluid viscoelasticity, and lubrication of the entire joint mechanism > Provides the nutrients that match the known attributes of hyaluronic acid found in the horse’s body
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS ACTIVE INGREDIENT
PER 30 GM
Hyaluronic acid*
200 mg
*Molecular weight: 1-1.25 million daltons
SERVINGS AND CONTAINER SIZES
Serving size: 15 ml Container sizes: 946.4 ml (64 servings), 3.8 litres (256 servings)
DESCRIPTION
Maintaining proper joint health is an important factor in the longevity of a horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance career. Synovial fluid is a clear, viscous fluid secreted by tissues and membranes in joint cavities. As a lubricant, synovial fluid reduces friction and allows joints to work optimally. The nutrient-rich synovial fluid is a vital component that fills the joint capsule to aid in smooth passage of one bone over another and to absorb shock from highimpact work. The demands of performance often leave joints without sufficient synovial fluid, sometimes as a result of cumulative wear and tear. Sodium hyaluronate is a glycosaminoglycan that is an important structural component of joint cartilage, and is responsible for the viscosity (thickness) of the synovial fluid. Supplementation with Synovate HAÂŽ helps to support joint health proactively. Researchers have identified differences in biological activities for HA of different molecular weights. HA with a high molecular weight (more than 500,000 daltons) has the greatest biological response.
FEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
For maintenance, give 15 ml per 500-kg horse per day in feed or orally. For a loading or pre-competition level (optional), give 30 ml per 500-kg horse in feed or orally once a day for 7-10 days.
Peace and War trained by Olly Stevens, winning Gr.1 Alcibiades Stakes
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