Does My Horse Need a Joint Supplement? - Farm & Country

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January 10, 2023 2 min read

Does my horse need a joint supplement?

The simple answer is yes – most horses could benefit from the support of a joint supplement, whether veteran, competition, pleasure or other.

No matter your horse’s age, breed, type, or workload, supporting their mobility and comfort is important, which is why many owners consider adding a joint supplement to their diet.

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With so many brands and formulas to choose from, many owners come to us asking which one is best. A good place to start is looking for some of the following key ingredients which may be present in a good joint supplement:

Glucosamine– shown to slow deterioration, promote healing and reduce pain

MSM (methylsulphonyl-methane) – improves efficacy of Glucosamine, reduces inflammation, and promotes healthy ligaments, muscles & soft tissue

Hyaluronic Acid - lubricates joints, reduces inflammation, helps repair damage

Chondroitin Sulphate– works with Glucosamine to support healthy cartilage and maintain good joint function

Boswellia– seen to decrease inflammation and support cartilage

Turmeric– believed to have anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties

Omega 3 – contributes towards good joint health and increases elasticity

Green Lipped Mussel– contains anti-inflammatory properties and helps to maintain joint function

Which ones are best?

Our bestselling joint supplements are:

NAF Superflex

Maxavita Maxaflex

Super Codlivine The Joint Supplement

Topspec 10:10 Joint Support

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Are joint supplements a waste of money?

While a supplement can never replace veterinary treatment, they have been seen to improve mobility, comfort and performance in a range of horses. Ensuring you buy a quality supplement with proven ingredients and feed it at the correct rate, it’s quite possible you’ll never look back!

Choosing what to feed your horse can be a daunting decision, but the team of experts at Farm & Country are here to help! Get in touch today.

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