Pure Condition Pellets
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Pure Condition Pellets are a complete feed in a convenient pelleted form, offering all the nutritional goodness your horse needs to gain weight and maintain condition. Packed with high-quality oils, fibre, slow release energy, along with our premium balancer, these pellets can be served dry or as a mash for fussy eaters…read more
Each bag contains
- Quality fibre from multiple sources
- Slow release energy for calm weight gain
- Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and trace elementsIs
- High quality protein for topline support
- Low sugar and starch perfect for horses with metabolic issues
Description
Pure Condition Pellets are formulated to improve the condition of horses, particularly fussy eaters, without causing excitability. The pellets contain oil as the primary energy source, providing slow-release, calm calories that help maintain condition and promote topline and muscle development. High-quality fibre is carefully compressed into the pelleted form, ensuring your horse gets all the digestive health benefits without missing out on essential fibre. The included premium natural balancer offers all the necessary vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and trace elements. This all-in-one formula promotes a healthy hind gut, shiny coat, and strong hooves.
For horses with dental issues or fussy eaters, the pellets can be served dry or mixed into a mash, ensuring ease of feeding while still delivering all the nutritional benefits. As a complete feed, Pure Condition Pellets eliminate the need for extra supplements, making it convenient and cost-effective.
Feeding rate:
400-600g per 100kg body weight per day depending on work load and body condition.
Pure Condition Pellets are available in 15kg bags.
Nutritional Analysis
| Digestible Energy | 11.8 MJ/kg | Vitamin B2 | 13mg/kg | Manganese | 30mg/kg |
| Protein | 13% | Vitamin B6 | 11mg/kg | Zinc | 40mg/kg |
| Oil | 6% | Vitamin B12 | 0.05mg/kg | Selenium | 0.2mg/kg |
| Fibre | 21% | Vitamin C | 8mg/kg | Iodine | 0.3mg/kg |
| Starch | 8% | Vitamin D3 | 1000iu/kg | Salt | 0.9% |
| Naturally occurring sugar | 3% | Vitamin E | 202mg/kg | Lysine | 7.8g/kg |
| Calcium | 1% | Vitamin K | 4mg/kg | Methionine | 2,2g/kg |
| Phosphorus | 0.5% | Folic Acid | 13mg/kg | Profeed | 10g/kg |
| Magnesium | 3g/kg | Biotin | 3.2mg/kg | ||
| Vitamin A | 6000iu/kg | Naturally ocurring Iron | 179mg/kg | ||
| Vitamin B1 | 16mg/kg | Copper | 20 mg/kg |
Ingredients
- Soya Hulls (GM)
- Oatfeed
- Wheatfeed
- Micronised Linseed
- Unmolassed Sugar Beet
- Fructo-oligosaccharides
- Vitamins and Minerals
- Salt
- Di-calcium Phosphate
- Vistacell Yeast
- Limestone
Additives: Vitamins: Vitamin A 3a672a retinyl acetate 6000 iu/kg, Vitamin D3 3a671 cholecalciferol 1000 iu/kg, Vitamin E 3a700 all rac alpha tocopherol 202 mg/kg Compounds of trace elements: Copper 20mg/kg from Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate (3b405), Zinc 39.6mg/kg from Zinc Oxide (3b603), Iodine 0.299mg/kg from Calcium Iodate (3b202), Selenium 0.225mg/kg from Sodium Selenite (3b801), Manganese 30.8 mg/kg from Manganese (II) Oxide (3b502). Amino acids: L-Lysine (3c322) 2.03g/kg, DL-Methionine (3c301) 0.5g/kg.Zootechnical additives: Gut Flora stabilisers: Saccharomyces cerevisiae MUCL 39885 (4b1710) 37.5 billion CFU/ kg
Free from:
- Molasses
- Wholegrain Cereals
- Alfalfa
- Nutritionally Improved Straw (NIS)
A complementary feed for horses. For equine use only, do not feed to sheep.
Shipping
Delivery to Mainland UK is free for orders of 15 bags and over (except in some postal areas). There is a delivery charge for orders less than 15 bags. This will be applied automatically at the checkout. Some postal areas are subject to an additional delivery surcharge. Any surcharge will appear in your shopping cart prior to checkout. For all other destinations please contact the office on 01458 333 333.
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Nutrition Packed in Every Pellet
Some horses require high-calorie feeds to maintain or gain weight, especially those in heavy work or with higher energy needs. Pure Condition Pellets provide a balanced, slow-release source of energy to support weight gain, topline, and muscle development. Fussy horses often struggle with fibrous feeds, but Pure Condition Pellets offer a more palatable, easy-to-chew alternative, providing all the essential nutrients in a convenient, digestible form.
Naturally Sourced, Planet-Friendly Feeding
At the Pure Feed Company, sustainability and natural, clean feeding go hand in hand. Our feeds are made with high-quality, wholesome ingredients, free from artificial additives, to support your horse, naturally. We prioritise responsibly sourced materials and eco-friendly packaging, ensuring our products are as kind to the planet as they are to your horse.
Every Bag, Every Batch - Guaranteed Quality
We are proud to be both NOPS and UFAS certified, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in our products. The BETA NOPS (Naturally Occurring Prohibited Substances) certification guarantees that our feeds are carefully formulated and tested to minimise the risk of contamination, making them suitable for competition horses. Our UFAS (Universal Feed Assurance Scheme) certification means that we follow strict manufacturing processes, ensuring full traceability and consistency in every bag. These accreditations reflect our commitment to providing reliable nutrition that horse owners can trust.
What people say
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Created by Science
Meticulously formulated by equine scientists, each product is the result of scientific research.
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We only use high-quality ingredients and a focus on high fibre natural feeds.
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Pure Feed offers a solution for every horse, from happy hackers to Olympic athletes.
Hundreds of people love our feeds
Pre-ride feeding has a real physiological impact on how the horse’s body copes once exercise starts.
A small fibre-based feed before work helps support digestion by keeping hindgut fermentation active and gut function stable, rather than asking the digestive system to switch focus while blood flow is redirected to working muscles during exercise. It also supports steady energy by encouraging slow, microbial fibre fermentation in the hindgut. This produces a gradual, sustained release of energy substrates, rather than the quick spikes and drops associated with starch digestion.
And importantly, it helps protect the stomach by creating a fibre layer within the stomach contents, which reduces acid movement and splashing onto the unprotected stomach lining when the horse is in motion and abdominal pressure increases.
The great news is that, as Pure Feed is high in fibre, you can use a small handful of your chosen feed to give to your horse before you set off 🩵
Pre-ride feeding has a real physiological impact on how the horse’s body copes once exercise starts.
A small fibre-based feed before work helps support digestion by keeping hindgut fermentation active and gut function stable, rather than asking the digestive system to switch focus while blood flow is redirected to working muscles during exercise. It also supports steady energy by encouraging slow, microbial fibre fermentation in the hindgut. This produces a gradual, sustained release of energy substrates, rather than the quick spikes and drops associated with starch digestion.
And importantly, it helps protect the stomach by creating a fibre layer within the stomach contents, which reduces acid movement and splashing onto the unprotected stomach lining when the horse is in motion and abdominal pressure increases.
The great news is that, as Pure Feed is high in fibre, you can use a small handful of your chosen feed to give to your horse before you set off 🩵
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May just got better 🌱
£5 off Pure Stud, all month long!
Complete nutrition for youngstock, mares & stallions… without the extras you don’t want.
✔ No cereals
✔ No molasses
✔ No soya or alfalfa
✔ Low sugar & starch
Available in-store & online 🩵
May just got better 🌱
£5 off Pure Stud, all month long!
Complete nutrition for youngstock, mares & stallions… without the extras you don’t want.
✔ No cereals
✔ No molasses
✔ No soya or alfalfa
✔ Low sugar & starch
Available in-store & online 🩵
Did you know the sugar in grass isn’t constant?
It rises and falls throughout the day, driven by photosynthesis and temperature. Early morning (6–10 am), photosynthesis hasn’t yet packed the grass with soluble sugars, so grazing is generally lower risk and a safer window for horses prone to laminitis or weight gain.
Between late morning and late afternoon (11–5 pm), sunlight drives sugar production. Levels climb steadily, meaning horses grazing during this period should be monitored closely, especially those with metabolic sensitivities.
By evening and overnight (18–05 am), grass sugar can peak. Cooler nights trap sugars in the plant, creating a riskier forage for susceptible horses. Grazing unmanaged during this window can overload the horse’s system and trigger laminitis.
Understanding these daily sugar fluctuations allows you to manage turnout strategically, protect gut and metabolic health.
Did you know the sugar in grass isn’t constant?
It rises and falls throughout the day, driven by photosynthesis and temperature. Early morning (6–10 am), photosynthesis hasn’t yet packed the grass with soluble sugars, so grazing is generally lower risk and a safer window for horses prone to laminitis or weight gain.
Between late morning and late afternoon (11–5 pm), sunlight drives sugar production. Levels climb steadily, meaning horses grazing during this period should be monitored closely, especially those with metabolic sensitivities.
By evening and overnight (18–05 am), grass sugar can peak. Cooler nights trap sugars in the plant, creating a riskier forage for susceptible horses. Grazing unmanaged during this window can overload the horse’s system and trigger laminitis.
Understanding these daily sugar fluctuations allows you to manage turnout strategically, protect gut and metabolic health.
Growth places specific nutritional demands on young horses, requiring a precise balance of energy, protein, vitamins and minerals to support correct development.
Pure Stud is formulated to deliver this in a controlled way; high in fibre to support the digestive system, low in sugar and starch to avoid unnecessary peaks in blood glucose and insulin, and with a built-in stud balancer to provide essential vitamins, minerals and quality amino acids.
This supports steady growth rates, skeletal development, and muscle formation without relying on high-starch, high-calorie formulations.
A consistent, balanced approach to nutrition during growth is key to supporting long-term soundness and development.
Growth places specific nutritional demands on young horses, requiring a precise balance of energy, protein, vitamins and minerals to support correct development.
Pure Stud is formulated to deliver this in a controlled way; high in fibre to support the digestive system, low in sugar and starch to avoid unnecessary peaks in blood glucose and insulin, and with a built-in stud balancer to provide essential vitamins, minerals and quality amino acids.
This supports steady growth rates, skeletal development, and muscle formation without relying on high-starch, high-calorie formulations.
A consistent, balanced approach to nutrition during growth is key to supporting long-term soundness and development.
One bag. No gaps. No guesswork.
Feeding shouldn’t feel like a balancing act. That’s why our feeds are built differently - truly complete, with everything your horse needs in every single mouthful:
🌱 Multiple fibre sources (grass pellets + chaff) for gut health and chew time
⚡ Slow-release energy from linseed, rapeseed oil & unmolassed sugar beet
🧬 A fully balanced vitamin & mineral package
💪 Essential amino acids for muscle support
🦶 Biotin for strong hooves
🧂 Salt for hydration and electrolyte balance
🦠 Pre & probiotics for optimal digestion
No extras. No add-ons. Just Pure Feed 🩵
One bag. No gaps. No guesswork.
Feeding shouldn’t feel like a balancing act. That’s why our feeds are built differently - truly complete, with everything your horse needs in every single mouthful:
🌱 Multiple fibre sources (grass pellets + chaff) for gut health and chew time
⚡ Slow-release energy from linseed, rapeseed oil & unmolassed sugar beet
🧬 A fully balanced vitamin & mineral package
💪 Essential amino acids for muscle support
🦶 Biotin for strong hooves
🧂 Salt for hydration and electrolyte balance
🦠 Pre & probiotics for optimal digestion
No extras. No add-ons. Just Pure Feed 🩵
If you’ve ever owned a good-doer, you’ll know… they don’t miss a meal. Not ever.
Spring grass comes through, the sun appears, and suddenly, what should be a simple turnout becomes a stressful balancing act.
For some, that starts with a muzzle. Not to restrict completely, but to slow things down – turning every bite into a more considered mouthful.
For others, it’s strip grazing. Walking the fence line forward inch by inch, controlling access to fresh grass and keeping intake steady rather than excessive.
Then there’s hay, soaked to reduce sugar levels, making it a safer, more suitable forage option when you need to take the edge off.
Some horses thrive in dry paddocks, where grass intake is minimal but movement and turnout are still part of their routine. Others benefit from a little more time stabled, where you can fully manage what goes in and when.
All of these approaches share the same underlying principle: restriction. You’re limiting intake to manage weight, sugar exposure, and overall health. But it’s easy to forget what else gets restricted at the same time. When you reduce grass, soak hay, or limit access to forage, you’re not just cutting calories and sugars, you’re also reducing the intake of essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that your horse would naturally pick up throughout the day.
Over time, that gap can start to show. Hoof quality, coat condition, muscle maintenance, even energy levels and recovery, they’re all influenced by those nutrients that are no longer consistently coming in. This is where a low calorie balancer, like Pure Balance comes in. It`s job is to fill in these nutrition gaps and help provide your horse with everything they need, in a low calorie format 🩵
If you’ve ever owned a good-doer, you’ll know… they don’t miss a meal. Not ever.
Spring grass comes through, the sun appears, and suddenly, what should be a simple turnout becomes a stressful balancing act.
For some, that starts with a muzzle. Not to restrict completely, but to slow things down – turning every bite into a more considered mouthful.
For others, it’s strip grazing. Walking the fence line forward inch by inch, controlling access to fresh grass and keeping intake steady rather than excessive.
Then there’s hay, soaked to reduce sugar levels, making it a safer, more suitable forage option when you need to take the edge off.
Some horses thrive in dry paddocks, where grass intake is minimal but movement and turnout are still part of their routine. Others benefit from a little more time stabled, where you can fully manage what goes in and when.
All of these approaches share the same underlying principle: restriction. You’re limiting intake to manage weight, sugar exposure, and overall health. But it’s easy to forget what else gets restricted at the same time. When you reduce grass, soak hay, or limit access to forage, you’re not just cutting calories and sugars, you’re also reducing the intake of essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that your horse would naturally pick up throughout the day.
Over time, that gap can start to show. Hoof quality, coat condition, muscle maintenance, even energy levels and recovery, they’re all influenced by those nutrients that are no longer consistently coming in. This is where a low calorie balancer, like Pure Balance comes in. It`s job is to fill in these nutrition gaps and help provide your horse with everything they need, in a low calorie format 🩵
✨ Pure Fibre Balance - high-fibre, low-calorie feed for good doers! ✨
Combines our premium balancer pellets (vitamins, minerals, pre/probiotics, biotin, amino acids, salt) with low-calorie chaff for extra fibre to provide steady, slow-release energy (no fizz) = ideal for good doers & laminitis-prone horses
🚫 Cereal & molasses free, no preservatives – all the nutrition, none of the empty calories 🩵
✨ Pure Fibre Balance - high-fibre, low-calorie feed for good doers! ✨
Combines our premium balancer pellets (vitamins, minerals, pre/probiotics, biotin, amino acids, salt) with low-calorie chaff for extra fibre to provide steady, slow-release energy (no fizz) = ideal for good doers & laminitis-prone horses
🚫 Cereal & molasses free, no preservatives – all the nutrition, none of the empty calories 🩵
A good session doesn’t end when you untack.
Work takes more out of your horse than you can always see: fluid loss through sweat, muscles under strain, and a digestive system that’s more sensitive post-exercise.
That’s where Refuel comes in.
Supporting faster muscle recovery, replenishing electrolytes for effective hydration, and formulated to be gut safe, it helps your horse recover properly 🩵
A good session doesn’t end when you untack.
Work takes more out of your horse than you can always see: fluid loss through sweat, muscles under strain, and a digestive system that’s more sensitive post-exercise.
That’s where Refuel comes in.
Supporting faster muscle recovery, replenishing electrolytes for effective hydration, and formulated to be gut safe, it helps your horse recover properly 🩵
Both Fibre Balance and Easy are part of our low calorie range but which suits your horse?
Pure Fibre Balance is built for good-doers who don’t need extra energy - low calorie, high fibre, fully balanced, and ideal for those in light work or at maintenance. It is like feeding a full cup of balancer with a handful of chaff. Everything your horse needs in one measured portion: high fibre, low sugar and starch, perfectly balanced.
Pure Easy uses the same ingredients, but served at a higher rate – more fibre, more slow-release energy, without adding extra sugar or starch. It’s the choice for horses that need extra bulk and sustained energy, while staying completely balanced and gut-friendly.
Not sure which would be best for your horse? Comment `DIET PLAN` to recieve a link to our diet plan 🩵
Both Fibre Balance and Easy are part of our low calorie range but which suits your horse?
Pure Fibre Balance is built for good-doers who don’t need extra energy - low calorie, high fibre, fully balanced, and ideal for those in light work or at maintenance. It is like feeding a full cup of balancer with a handful of chaff. Everything your horse needs in one measured portion: high fibre, low sugar and starch, perfectly balanced.
Pure Easy uses the same ingredients, but served at a higher rate – more fibre, more slow-release energy, without adding extra sugar or starch. It’s the choice for horses that need extra bulk and sustained energy, while staying completely balanced and gut-friendly.
Not sure which would be best for your horse? Comment `DIET PLAN` to recieve a link to our diet plan 🩵
Different workloads, different grazing, different quirks that make “one size fits all” feeding… not quite fit at all. That’s usually where the questions start.
"Am I feeding too much? Not enough? The right balance?"
Our diet plan service takes the guesswork out of it. A quick, simple form, reviewed by our nutritionists, and within a day, you’ve got a plan built specifically for your horse – their needs, their lifestyle, their routine.
👉 Comment `DIET PLAN` to find out more 🩵
Different workloads, different grazing, different quirks that make “one size fits all” feeding… not quite fit at all. That’s usually where the questions start.
"Am I feeding too much? Not enough? The right balance?"
Our diet plan service takes the guesswork out of it. A quick, simple form, reviewed by our nutritionists, and within a day, you’ve got a plan built specifically for your horse – their needs, their lifestyle, their routine.
👉 Comment `DIET PLAN` to find out more 🩵
Keep your good doers in top condition without overloading them with calories! 🌿🐴
Pure Easy is a low-calorie, low sugar and starch feed designed specifically for horses that gain weight easily. Despite the lower calories, it provides steady, slow-release energy from high-quality fibre and superfibre sources, perfect for horses in light to medium work.
It also contains a built-in balancer packed with essential vitamins, minerals, pre- & probiotics to support the gut microbiome, biotin for strong hooves, key amino acids for muscle maintenance, and added salt to help hydration.
This carefully formulated feed lets you give your horse the energy they need to perform, without risking excess weight gain , all in one simple, easy feed! 🩵
Keep your good doers in top condition without overloading them with calories! 🌿🐴
Pure Easy is a low-calorie, low sugar and starch feed designed specifically for horses that gain weight easily. Despite the lower calories, it provides steady, slow-release energy from high-quality fibre and superfibre sources, perfect for horses in light to medium work.
It also contains a built-in balancer packed with essential vitamins, minerals, pre- & probiotics to support the gut microbiome, biotin for strong hooves, key amino acids for muscle maintenance, and added salt to help hydration.
This carefully formulated feed lets you give your horse the energy they need to perform, without risking excess weight gain , all in one simple, easy feed! 🩵
Did you know Vitamin E, or Tocopheryl, is crucial for your horse’s overall health? All Pure Complete feeds include it in our balancer, ensuring your horse gets the benefits every day:
👉 Protects cells from oxidative stress – helping to neutralise free radicals.
👉 Supports muscle function and recovery – essential for exercise and stamina.
👉 Maintains a normal immune system – keeping your horse strong and resilient.
Including Vitamin E in every feed means your horse receives targeted antioxidant support alongside all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients in our balancer. Perfect for keeping horses happy and performing at their best! 🌿
Did you know Vitamin E, or Tocopheryl, is crucial for your horse’s overall health? All Pure Complete feeds include it in our balancer, ensuring your horse gets the benefits every day:
👉 Protects cells from oxidative stress – helping to neutralise free radicals.
👉 Supports muscle function and recovery – essential for exercise and stamina.
👉 Maintains a normal immune system – keeping your horse strong and resilient.
Including Vitamin E in every feed means your horse receives targeted antioxidant support alongside all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients in our balancer. Perfect for keeping horses happy and performing at their best! 🌿
Refuel comes with a splash zone warning!
A recovery mash horses just can`t get enough of! Packed with electrolytes, antioxidants and amino acids, Refuel works hard to keep your horse in tip top shape!
We would love to see a photo of your horse after a bowl of Refuel, drop them in the comments below 👇
Refuel comes with a splash zone warning!
A recovery mash horses just can`t get enough of! Packed with electrolytes, antioxidants and amino acids, Refuel works hard to keep your horse in tip top shape!
We would love to see a photo of your horse after a bowl of Refuel, drop them in the comments below 👇
Body condition scoring… we talk about it a lot, but what does it actually look like in practice? 👀
It’s not about one quick glance or a number on a chart, it’s about building a picture, piece by piece, of how your horse is carrying condition.
1. Start at the topline.
Run your hand along the back: are the vertebrae sharp and visible, or is there a smooth, even covering? Ideally, you’re looking for a soft, rounded feel without a crease forming down the spine, which can indicate excess fat.
2.Then move to the neck and shoulders.
This is where fat can start to deposit quite early. A cresty neck or filling in front of the shoulder can be a sign your horse is carrying more condition than they need, particularly in native types or good doers. It’s also an important area to monitor for metabolic health.
3. Next, the ribs.
You shouldn’t necessarily see them, but you should be able to feel them easily. If they’re hard to find, it’s often a sign condition is creeping up. If they’re too prominent, it may indicate your horse needs more support nutritionally.
4. Then the hindquarters.
Look at the shape; are they rounded and filled, or more angular? Fat tends to sit around the tail head and quarters, so this area gives a good indication of overall energy balance.
And finally and most importantly, monitor over time.
Body condition scoring isn’t a one-off check. Horses change with the seasons, workload, and diet. What matters is spotting those small changes early, before they become bigger issues. Because when you understand where and how your horse carries condition, you’re in a much better position to feed for them, not just follow a generic plan.
Not sure what you’re feeling for? We’re always happy to help 👇
Body condition scoring… we talk about it a lot, but what does it actually look like in practice? 👀
It’s not about one quick glance or a number on a chart, it’s about building a picture, piece by piece, of how your horse is carrying condition.
1. Start at the topline.
Run your hand along the back: are the vertebrae sharp and visible, or is there a smooth, even covering? Ideally, you’re looking for a soft, rounded feel without a crease forming down the spine, which can indicate excess fat.
2.Then move to the neck and shoulders.
This is where fat can start to deposit quite early. A cresty neck or filling in front of the shoulder can be a sign your horse is carrying more condition than they need, particularly in native types or good doers. It’s also an important area to monitor for metabolic health.
3. Next, the ribs.
You shouldn’t necessarily see them, but you should be able to feel them easily. If they’re hard to find, it’s often a sign condition is creeping up. If they’re too prominent, it may indicate your horse needs more support nutritionally.
4. Then the hindquarters.
Look at the shape; are they rounded and filled, or more angular? Fat tends to sit around the tail head and quarters, so this area gives a good indication of overall energy balance.
And finally and most importantly, monitor over time.
Body condition scoring isn’t a one-off check. Horses change with the seasons, workload, and diet. What matters is spotting those small changes early, before they become bigger issues. Because when you understand where and how your horse carries condition, you’re in a much better position to feed for them, not just follow a generic plan.
Not sure what you’re feeling for? We’re always happy to help 👇
In the UK, it’s estimated that 1 in 10 horses will experience a laminitis episode every year; that’s around 96,000 cases annually.
And right now, in April, we’re entering one of the highest-risk periods of the year.
As grass growth accelerates with longer days and fluctuating temperatures, levels of non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs), particularly sugars like fructans, can rise significantly. Cool nights followed by bright, sunny days are the perfect conditions for these sugar levels to spike, increasing the risk for horses, especially those with underlying insulin dysregulation.
Laminitis is now widely recognised as a complex, endocrine-driven disease, where elevated insulin levels can directly compromise the lamellar structures within the hoof. This weakens the bond between the hoof wall and pedal bone, and once damage begins, it can progress quickly, leading to chronic pain, mechanical failure, and in severe cases, irreversible collapse.
It’s for this reason that laminitis remains one of the leading causes of death in horses in the UK, with many cases ending in euthanasia on welfare grounds.
From a nutritional perspective, prevention at this time of year is critical. It’s not just about restricting grazing, but about taking a proactive, whole-diet approach:
• Managing total NSC intake across forage and feed
• Supporting hindgut function and fibre digestion
• Avoiding sudden dietary changes
• Maintaining a normal body condition and metabolic balance
At Pure Feed, we’re proud that our feeds are formulated to be suitable for horses with laminitis; carefully designed to be low in sugar and starch, high in fibre, and supportive of normal metabolic function, helping you manage risk without compromising on nutrition.
If you’re unsure whether your horse’s diet is appropriate for this time of year, our team is always here to help; comment below, DM us or give our team a call on 01458 333333 🩵
In the UK, it’s estimated that 1 in 10 horses will experience a laminitis episode every year; that’s around 96,000 cases annually.
And right now, in April, we’re entering one of the highest-risk periods of the year.
As grass growth accelerates with longer days and fluctuating temperatures, levels of non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs), particularly sugars like fructans, can rise significantly. Cool nights followed by bright, sunny days are the perfect conditions for these sugar levels to spike, increasing the risk for horses, especially those with underlying insulin dysregulation.
Laminitis is now widely recognised as a complex, endocrine-driven disease, where elevated insulin levels can directly compromise the lamellar structures within the hoof. This weakens the bond between the hoof wall and pedal bone, and once damage begins, it can progress quickly, leading to chronic pain, mechanical failure, and in severe cases, irreversible collapse.
It’s for this reason that laminitis remains one of the leading causes of death in horses in the UK, with many cases ending in euthanasia on welfare grounds.
From a nutritional perspective, prevention at this time of year is critical. It’s not just about restricting grazing, but about taking a proactive, whole-diet approach:
• Managing total NSC intake across forage and feed
• Supporting hindgut function and fibre digestion
• Avoiding sudden dietary changes
• Maintaining a normal body condition and metabolic balance
At Pure Feed, we’re proud that our feeds are formulated to be suitable for horses with laminitis; carefully designed to be low in sugar and starch, high in fibre, and supportive of normal metabolic function, helping you manage risk without compromising on nutrition.
If you’re unsure whether your horse’s diet is appropriate for this time of year, our team is always here to help; comment below, DM us or give our team a call on 01458 333333 🩵
Did you know we use linseed in all of our feeds? Linseed is a powerhouse ingredient that brings multiple benefits to every feed. Here’s why we use it in all Pure Feed products:
1️⃣ Natural binder: Linseed contains mucilage, a sticky soluble fibre that binds feed pellets together naturally. This eliminates the need for molasses, so we can produce stable, consistent pellets without added sugar. For horses, this means better metabolic health and reduced risk of sugar-related issues.
2️⃣ Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids: Linseed provides essential fatty acids that support skin, coat, joint, and heart health, while also helping to maintain a normal inflammatory balance.
3️⃣ Gut-friendly fibre: The soluble fibre in linseed acts as a prebiotic, supporting beneficial gut microbes and improving nutrient absorption.
By using linseed instead of molasses, we combine function, nutrition, and safety, creating a feed that’s not only easier to handle and more palatable but also better for your horse’s long-term wellbeing!
Did you know we use linseed in all of our feeds? Linseed is a powerhouse ingredient that brings multiple benefits to every feed. Here’s why we use it in all Pure Feed products:
1️⃣ Natural binder: Linseed contains mucilage, a sticky soluble fibre that binds feed pellets together naturally. This eliminates the need for molasses, so we can produce stable, consistent pellets without added sugar. For horses, this means better metabolic health and reduced risk of sugar-related issues.
2️⃣ Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids: Linseed provides essential fatty acids that support skin, coat, joint, and heart health, while also helping to maintain a normal inflammatory balance.
3️⃣ Gut-friendly fibre: The soluble fibre in linseed acts as a prebiotic, supporting beneficial gut microbes and improving nutrient absorption.
By using linseed instead of molasses, we combine function, nutrition, and safety, creating a feed that’s not only easier to handle and more palatable but also better for your horse’s long-term wellbeing!
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