Equimins specialises in producing natural horse supplies, products and supplements for the major areas associated with caring for a horse. All products are proudly made in the UK and excellent specification quality products are of paramount importance. Using this blog we want to share some of the knowledge we have gained through nearly 30 years of experience.
We love hearing from our customers and we really like it when we find out a bit more about the horse that’s using the product and how the supplement/lotion/gel/cream has helped him or her. So, with this in mind, we’ve decided to bring back our ‘What do you use?’ blog feature, to give you all […]
If you get a little anxious when you’re about to climb aboard, whether at a show or at home, we have a couple of products that might help. Serenity Riders Chill Out Calmer Capsules can be taken a couple of hours before you ride, to help induce calm without lethargy. They contain very digestible sources […]
Our Performance range is jam-packed full of great products to help your horse perform to the best of his ability. They’re designed for the job and complement correct management, training and fitness work…consider performance supplements as a member of your ‘team’. Here’s a whistle-stop tour of a few of our super supplements…see the full range […]
At Equimins, we’re dedicated to the care of your equine friend, whether he’s old or young, competes or spends his time ‘mowing’ the field. Lots of people focus on what they need before a competition- and preparation is really, really important…but so is the horse’s post competition care. That’s the reason we have an exceptional […]
In addition to our equine products, we also make a range of products for your pets…all made to our exacting standards and to the high specification that you’d expect from us. Our range of 20 products means that your cats and dogs can now benefit from a little Equimins magic in the form of Blooming […]
Laminitis is a horrible, potentially life threatening condition that causes huge amounts of pain and discomfort to horses and ponies. It’s often associated with fat ponies, but any horse can suffer with laminitis, and there’s a lot more to it than you might think. First of all, let’s answer the question- what is laminitis? Laminitis […]
We’re very excited to introduce our new guest blogger, Sophie Ostler. Sophie is an Equimins fan…but there’s a lot more to her story! She’s kindly agreed to keep us up to date with her news, triumphs and tribulations through a special Equimins/SOequine blog! We’re delighted to have Sophie on our blogging team… Hi, my […]
If you’re worried about your horse’s skin and hooves during this wet weather, this blog is just for you. We know that the winter can be a tough time. If your horse has got mud fever, it can be a tricky condition to treat and, if he hasn’t, you’re constantly checking to make sure that […]
If your horse is coughing, wheezing, sneezing or suffers with an allergy or condition like COPD, the chances are that you’ll be looking at ways to help support his respiratory system. It’s important to note that while coughs and sneezes can be attributed to dusty hay, bedding or allergies, they can be symptoms of more […]
As promised in our latest newsletter, here’s out top 10 tips for healthy stables! Choose your bedding wisely. There are lots of beddings out there, and it might take you a little time to find the best one for your horse. If he has respiratory issues, look at low dust or dust free- if he’s […]
We hear about them on the television, we include them in our supplements…but what are probiotics and what do they do? Probiotics is a general term for ‘friendly’ bacteria. These bacteria can help to support healthy digestion through balancing the microflora, promote immunity, aid the absorption of nutrients and support general health. The body comes […]
Selecting the right supplement for your horse can be a bit of a nightmare, especially if you’re hoping to support general health and well being. We’ve made it easier to select the right supplements and have an impressive range of broad spectrum supplements to suit all budgets and circumstances. A number of our ‘general purpose’ […]
Who doesn’t love vinegar? It’s great on chips with a little salt, makes a super salad dressing and can even be used to make glass shine…but none of these properties mean it’s good for us! However, Cider Apple Vinegar is one of those products that keeps appearing in health food shops, and it’s a popular […]
Sometimes hooves can need a little extra help and, when it comes to supporting hoof growth, we believe in helping from the inside. If you look at our Hoof section, you’ll see a number of supplements designed to help, but for hooves in need of maximum support, we have Hoof Mender 75. This supplement is […]
If your horse could do with a little more condition this winter, don’t worry, we’re here to help! Horses can lose condition in the winter for many reasons. One can be if they become cold and use their ‘food’ to keep them warm rather than for weight. Another can be a reduction in food- as […]
At Equimins, we’re big fans of herbs. A look at our website and product range will show just how much we like them through the dried herbs, herbal liquid tinctures and other supplements containing herbs that we produce. In this blog, we’re highlighting a few herbal products that we do, and also a number of […]
We’ve added a new product to our Digestion range– Activated Charcoal. Activated Charcoal can be used to help promote a calm digestive system in horses, as and when needed. It’s created from a vegetable form of carbon, made using ground coconut shells. ‘Activated Charcoal is a new addition to our range, but charcoal has been […]
Have you ever wondered why some supplements are available as a powder or a liquid and others as pellets? On the whole, this caters for the preferences of the horse and/or his owner, but there are some supplements that are available in different presentations for other reasons. Here’s a few examples from our range… Advance […]
We know that horses are ‘designed’ to live on a fibre diet, but with domestication, change in management and different demands on the horse, hard feed was introduced and is now fed by owners all over the world. We’re not saying that there’s never a need for hard feed. There are some horses that require […]
In a recent blog, we talked about how Advance Concentrate Complete works with the horse’s system…but how do you know it works before you invest? Well, the truth is that you don’t, you’ll have to take our word and the positive testimonials from our customers to back up our information…but did you know that Advance […]
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