The table below contains our feeding guide.
| Total Per Day | Rest/light work | Medium work | Hard work | Intense work during competition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS+hay/grazing | SS:hay/grazing | SS:hay/grazing | SS:hay/grazing | all SS | |
| 200kg e.g. Shetland |
5kg | 0.5kg:4.5kg | 2kg:3kg | 3kg:2kg | 5kg |
| 300kg e.g. New Forest |
7.5kg | 0.75kg:6.75kg | 3kg:4.5kg | 4.5kg:3kg | 7.5kg |
| 400kg e.g. Arab |
10kg | 1kg:9kg | 4kg:6kg | 6kg:4kg | 10kg |
| 500kg e.g. Thoroughbred |
12.5kg | 1.25kg:11.25kg | 5kg:7.5kg | 7.5kg:5kg | 12.5kg |
| 600kg e.g. Warmblood |
15kg | 1.5kg:13.5kg | 6kg:9kg | 9kg:6kg | 15kg |
| 700kg e.g. Heavyweight |
17.5kg | 1.75kg:15.75kg | 7kg:10.5kg | 10.5:7kg | 17.5kg |
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SS=Simple System Ltd feeds. Grazing has to be an estimate. All quantities are dry weight, before soaking, and per day. |
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When changing the diet we suggest feeding the same dry weight as before, but this can vary from case to case. We prefer to have contact with our customers so we can make suggestions and recommendations when it comes to working out which ratios are best. This enables us to apply things to the individual horse and its situation. If you would like feeding recommendations for your horse/s please contact us on 0297 239165 or send us an Email. If emailing please include the following details: approximate weight of horse; height; breed; age; amount and type of current feed (dry weight if known or at least amount of scoops and the type of scoop); current condition; workload; amount and type of turnout; any problems (physical or psychological).
Introducing the feeds
Like any change of feed we recommend the feed is introduced gradually, by decreasing the old feed and increasing the new. However, this recommendation may vary in extreme cases. If the horse is on a high sugar diet it may take a bit longer to adjust. Some horses have a ‘sweeter tooth' than others. If they appear not to like the taste, you can add our Justamint or add unsweetened apple juice to the feed. Remember that it is more natural for a horse to 'graze' on feed rather than gobble it up all at once.
Soaking
The table below gives a guide to the soaking of our products. All soaking times are a guide and products should be soaked until no hard bits remain. Warmer weather can decrease the maximum soaking time by up to 12hrs.
| Product | Soaking Time | Amount of Water | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | ||
| Lucie Nuts | 2 hours | 24 hours | 3-4 parts |
| Lucie Brix/Cobs | 60 mins | 24 hours | 3-4 parts |
| Unmolassed Beet Pulp | 12 hours* | 24 hours | 4-5 parts |
| Red/Blue bag grass pellets | 2 hours | 24 hours | 2-3 parts |
| Enduro Complete/Tickover | |||
It is fine to vary the amount of water according to your horse's preference; some like it really wet, some like it really dry! We recommend increasing the amount of water during competition, to aid water intake and help to maintain hydration.
