Supplements for your Horse

Thinking a about a joint supplement for your horse? Here’s our guide to choosing supplements that may save you an enormous amount of time and money!

Honestly, it’s a mine field out there when it comes to joint supplements. Joint supplements are used for the prevention and treatment of osteoarthritis and or joint disease, and there are hundreds on the market. If you’re not sure if your current joint supplement is making a difference, don’t get caught in the trap of throwing good money after bad. 

So how do you know if you’re getting a good return on your investment, or wasting your money? i 

Correct diagnosis of joint-related problems is critical. It may sound obvious, but a joint health supplement will not help if the source of your horse’s pain/symptoms is not joint related. It could be something else, so don’t make assumptions. If you have concerns, a good physical examination or discussion with one of our vets about your horse’s workload and condition will start you on the right track. 

Next, make sure there’s evidence that the supplement you’re using or considering actually works. Is there scientific validation to back up the manufacturer’s claims? What does it actually do? Is it endorsed by leading vets? Does the manufacturer offer a money-back guarantee? These are all questions you’ll want to ask yourself (or us!). You’ll also want to know if it’s safe to take long-term, is non swabable if you’re competing and whether there’s any risk when used with other medications. 

Fortunately, the veterinary industry in Australia leads the way in joint health care thanks to a gold-standard nutraceutical in the market called 4CYTE. 4CYTE is manufactured by an Australian company, Interpath, which has invested more than 15 years in researching and developing the product. Used all over the world, 4CYTE: 

· Protects and restores joints by stimulating healthy cartilage production; 

· Prevents joint degradation; and 

· Relieves pain by reducing inflammation in affected joints. 

These characteristics make 4CYTE a game changer in the joint health industry. The active ingredient is 100% plant based, safe to use long-term, and it works. Call us today if you would like more information or to order your 4CYTE EPIITALIS Forte Gel.