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Information and guidance on a range of feed and horse nutrition related topics

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With so many feeds to choose from and lots of equine nutrition issues to think about, such as laminitis and gastric ulcers choosing the right feed for your horse can seem a little daunting at times. The equine nutrition team at Dengie are highly qualified and, just as importantly, highly experienced nutritionists and are available to share their knowledge with you. Our philosophy is always to do the best for your horse and we recommend the most appropriate horse feeds and products, whoever makes them. We consider the whole diet and provide guidance on grazing, forage and general management and we’re happy to compare and contrast feeds and supplements for you so you can make an informed choice about what to feed. If you want to find out a bit more about our expert horse nutrition team then please visit our Meet the Team pages.

How to get in touch with the Dengie Nutrition Team

There are various ways you can contact our equine nutritionists.

For a comprehensive and personalised feeding plan for your horse or pony please complete our Feed Advice form. The more information you can provide the more accurate and detailed our recommendations will be. We aim to reply within 5 working days of receiving your information.

Alternatively, you can call the Dengie Feedline team on 01621 841188 or if you prefer you can chat live to a member of our horse nutrition team online.

Latest Feed Advice Articles

Pea Hull Fibre
All About Pea Hull Fibre

At Dengie we use a range of ingredients to supply fibre for horses. The latest ingredient to be introduced to our portfolio of ingredients is pea hull fibre. But what is pea hull fibre and what are the benefits? Find out more here!
Grey horse eating from a bucket
Can I feed chopped alfalfa to horses with ulcers?

There is a lot of confusion surrounding the relationship between alfalfa and gastric ulcers. Our nutrition team explore the reason why and answer common questions like 'Can I feed chopped alfalfa to horses with ulcers?'
Horse eating from bucket
Why you should be feeding chopped fibre in your horse’s bucket

Our nutrition team explain the important role of chopped fibre and why horses and ponies benefit from chopped fibre as part of their bucket feed.
giraffe eating acacia
Zoo animal nutrition: Providing the right diet in zoos

Animal welfare in zoos is of the utmost importance and zoo animal nutrition is a key part of this. Find out more here.

Horse eating from bucket
A Guide to Sugar in the Horse’s Diet

A lot of myths and misinformation circulate about sugar which leads to confusion about what sugar is, where it comes from and which feeds are suitable for different types of horse and pony.
shetland pony looking over stable door
Feeding Shetland Ponies

What to feed Shetland ponies will depend on the individual but, in general, forage and some access to grass will be the majority of most Shetland pony’s diets.
horse jumping
Joint Supplements for Horses

Many horse owners use a nutritional joint supplement for horses as a way of helping to manage existing issues but also to try and reduce the potential for problems later in the horse’s life.
Laminitis products
Dengie Feeds for Horses and Ponies Prone to Laminitis

When it comes to choosing the best feed for horses and ponies prone to laminitis the general principle is to keep sugar and starch levels to a minimum.
Horse Feathers
Feather Mites and their Link to Mallanders and Sallanders in Horses

Itching, stamping and rubbing are all common symptoms which are caused by the irritation of the feather mites feeding and crawling on the horse's skin. Learn more about their link to mallanders and sallanders in horses.
Horse eating hedge
Hedgerow Haynets for Horses

Many horses like a munch on the hedgerow. Our article looks at the suitable hedgerow herbs and plants for horses to help you replicate this diversity for the stabled horse in the form of a hedgerow haynet. Find out more here.
horses grazing
How to manage grass intake for horses

Managing a horse’s grass intake is fundamental to managing their weight and therefore laminitis risk but it isn’t always easy to do. In our latest blog, our nutrition team explore all of the options available and answer FAQ's such as Why muzzle a horse and How long can a horse wear a grazing muzzle.

horse wash down
Hydration and Competition After-care

Hot weather combined with the physiological stress of travelling and competing can increase the risk of dehydration in horses which is likely to compromise performance and recovery.
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