My horse is recovering from EPM.. I need a good immunity supplement. any suggestions?
Equine Protozoal Myoencephalitis is debilitating if not treated.. My vet is an expert in neurological problems.. we are treating him with Marquis, a new medicine that kills the protozoa in 28 to 45 days of treatment..The only prevention is a strong immune system.. My horse was left to eat stubble for 2 winters before I got him, and this was unknown to me.. I have been feeding him Purina Ultium, plus 1500 IU of Vitamin E powder, recommended by my vet..and he also gets a flake of California Alfalfa, and since the fall he gets some locally grown Coastal Bermuda..
I disagree with the allegations made against Purina in another post. My vet has personally inspected Purina feed mills and growing fields as well as other feed companies in her own extensive research, and has proclaimed the conditions and controls in place at the Purina mills to be state of the art. I’ve personally fed Purina feeds with no complaints for years.
For the best immune system boost, you need good quality hay fed 24/7. The optimum digestive function in horses comes from keeping hay in the gut all day and night, and with chewing going on almost constantly. This reduces stress, provides for balanced bacterial flora. and neutralizes harmful digestive juices like hydrochloric acid.
Supplements that aren’t needed can actually be harmful. A well balanced feed program is best for your horse, and there are feeds that have been carefully balanced by expert equine nutritionists for just that reason. Find a complete, balanced feed like Purina Equine Senior, and feed it along with good quality hay, ample fresh water, and salt and mineral blocks available free choice.
Provide a stress reduced lifestyle, like 24/7 turnout with a comfortable shelter, balanced nutrition and regular deworming , vaccinations, and farrier/trimming service, and your horse’s immune system will function at optimum.
Cosequin Equine Powder Concentrate, 1400 gm
