KER® EquiShure® is a time-released buffer targeting the hindgut. Research supports the use of a hindgut buffer in cases of high grain and high fructan intake. Up to 70% of the horse’s energy is derived from fermentation in the hindgut. The pH of the hindgut varies as bacterial populations increase and decrease in response to dietary modifications. An acidic shift, which can be caused by carbohydrate-rich meals, favors the growth of acid-loving bacteria, while other microbes die in the same conditions.
Features and Benefits
Encapsulation technology allows for targeted delivery of sodium bicarbonate to the hindgut and
prevents significant changes in blood CO2 levels
Stabilizes hindgut pH to reduce the risk of hindgut acidosis and associated disorders
May improve feed efficiency
Helps maintain normal digestive function and an optimal hindgut environment.
Encourages proper digestion & absorption of nutrients.
Recommended for horses:
On high-grain diets or grazing lush pasture
With inappetence or weight loss
With unexplainable behaviour problems
With digestive upsets resulting in loose manure
Prone to recurrent mild colic
With clinical or subclinical hindgut acidosis
On restricted forage intake
Feading Directions: 1 scoop = approximately 30 g. The 1.25 kg zip bag = 20 servings for adult horse at 1,000 lbs.
Recommend daily feeding instructions vary by grain intake, pasture source and weight of horse. Top-dress EquiShur® on daily grain ration. For best results divide recommended daily amount equally among grain meals.