As a horse owner, ensuring the well-being of our horses is paramount, that and making our lives easier where possible! With endless products on the market, it can often be challenging to figure out which ones are really best. To help you navigate this, we're curated a list of the top 10 horse care products that every horse owner should have to make both you and your horses life as easy as possible.
1. Zandona Therapeutic Support Boots
Zandona's Therapeutic Support Boots Air are designed to provide optimal support and protection to your horses legs. Equipped with 18 magnetic devices the boots are ideal for both treating and preventing injuries.
Key Features:
- Therapeutic Benefits: Magnetic devices help to improve cellular function, providing natural therapeutic support from the hoof to the shin and by reflexology to the whole body.
- Breathable Material: Made with breathable materials to ensure comfort and reduce swelling, these boots can be worn overnight in the stable.
- Easy to Use: Simple to put on and remove, making them easy and convenient for daily use.
Tip: Look for the correct size to ensure a snug fit, to prevent the boots slipping. Introduce slowly to allow your horse to get used to the magnetic effects.
2. eQuick Cooling Boots
eQuick's Cooling Boots are essential for reducing leg inflammation and speeding up the recovery process after intense or demanding exercise.
Key Features:
- Effective Cooling: Provides immediate cooling effect, helping to reduce and prevent swelling and discomfort to your horses legs.
- Durable Construction: Made from high quality materials for long-lasting use.
- Dual Use: These clever boots can be used for both cold and hot treatment. For cold therapy, simply put the gelatin bags or the entire boots in the freezer for at least 2 hours. For heat therapy, put the gelatin bags in the microwave for a maximum of 1 minute at 650W.
Tip: Ensure you freeze the boots properly before use for maximum effectiveness. Choose the correct size to cover the leg area.
3. NAF Ice Cool Gel
NAF's Ice Cool Gel is essential to have in your horses kit. The gel is perfect for soothing and cooling your horses legs as well as other muscles after strenuous activity.
Key Features:
- Quick Relief: Provides instand and cooling soothing effect.
- Easy Application: Gel form makes it easy to apply evenly to the legs and other muscles
- Safe Ingredients: Made with natural ingredients that are doping free, ensuring safety for your horse and that they are fit to compete.
Tip: Apply generously to a clean, dry area. Store in a cool place to maintain cooling properties.
4. Stübben Brush on Mane & Tail Spray
Stübben's Brush on Mane & Tail Spray is the only product you'll ever want to use again to keep your horses mane and tail tangle free.
Key Features:
- Detangling Power: Effectively detangles your horses mane & tail in minutes, to make grooming and show preparation easier.
- Shine Enhancer: Can be used on your horses coat to add a healthy shine.
- Amazing Smell: You'll want to take it home as an air freshener, it smells that good!
Tip: Use regularly to maintain a tangle free mane & tail. Apply sparingly, a little goes a long way.
5. UltraShield Fly Spray
Surviving the painful fly's in summer is made easier with UltraShield's Fly Spray.
Key Features:
- Long-Lasting Protection: Once applied to the stable and other areas, it offers up to 14 days protection, rendering your horses surroundings inhospitable for pests.
- Broad Spectrum: Effective against a wide range of insects.
- Weather Resistant: Works even in wet conditions
Tip: Apply before your horse is turned out, especially during peak insect season. Apply in the stable for reduced insects around the stables.
6. Carr & Day & Martin Gallop Antibacterial Shampoo
A must have in your horses kit, Antibacterial Shampoo can be used should your horse get a skin irritation such as dry, scarly or itchy skin.
Key Features:
- Antibacterial Properties: Helps prevent and treat skin infections.
- Deep Cleaning: Removes dirt and grime effectively.
- Gentle Formula: Suitable for regular use.
Tip: Use as part of your regular grooming routine, especially if your horse is prone to skin issues. Rinse thoroughly to remove all shampoo residues.
7. Torpol Magnetic Rug
Improve your horses circulation and muscle recovery with Torpol's Magnetic Rug.
Key Features:
- Magnetic Therapy: Embedded magnets help improve blood flow and reduce inflammation to speed up the removal of toxins.
- Comfortable Fit: Designed for comfort and maximum coverage year round, thanks to the lightweight, yet highly durable net material used.
- Research: Extensive research has gone into this rug, which has been developed under the watchful eye of professionals and designed to have the most effect on your horse safely.
Tip: Introduce gradually to allow your horse to get used to the magnetic effects. Use after workouts for best results.
8. Kevin Bacon's Liquid Hoof Dressing
To help keep your horses hooves at their best, apply Kevin Bacon's Liquid Hoof Dressing.
Key Features:
- Natural Ingredients: Made from natural, nourishing ingredients.
- Moisturizing Effect: Keeps hooves hydrated to prevent cracks.
- Easy Application: Comes with a brush for convenient application
Tip: Apply regularly to clean hooves. Focus on the coronary band and woof wall for best results. If needing for a number of horses, buy bulk and save!
9. Unika Balls
Unika Balls are great for keeping your horse entertained and mentally stimulated.
Key Features:
- Enrichment: Provides mental and physical stimulation to stabled horses
- Natural Ingredients: Choose from 4 different combinations, each with their own benefits - Elyte, Prequalm, Gastro or Herbs
- Longer Laster: Unlike other horse treats, thanks to the hardness of Unika balls, they last longer.
Tip: Hang somewhere free moving (not against a solid wall) for maximum play and entertainment.
10. Absorbine Silver Honey Healing Care
Absorbine Silver Honey Healing Care is a must have in your horses first aid kit for treating small cuts and abrassions.
Key Features:
- Healing Properties: Combines natural honey with medical grade silver for powerful healing.
- Soothing Effect: Reduces pain and discomfort.
- Antibacterial: Helps to prevent infection in wounds.
Tip: Apply directly to clean wounds. Cover with a bandage if necessary to protect the area while healing, but always consult your vet.
Investing in these top 10 horse products will help to keep you and your horse happy, healthy and comfortable. Each product has been carefully selected for its effectiveness and ease of use. By incorporating these essentials into your horse care routine, you can provide the best possible care for your equine friend.
