Is it safe to feed my laminitic carrots & treats?

Yes; just don’t feed them by the bucketful! Carrots contain approximately 85% water and therefore each carrot you feed contains very little sugar. Equally, 1 SPILLERS treat contains just 1.4g (less than ½ a teaspoon) of sugar so one or two carrots/ treats per day will not cause any harm – remember everything in moderation!

What should I look for when choosing feeds for a laminitic?

Horses and ponies prone to laminitis need a high fibre, low starch and low sugar diet which also provides a balanced supply of vitamins, minerals and quality protein. Use the following tips as a guide but seek advice from a nutritionist to ensure that the feeds you choose are suitable for your individual horse or pony: Choose fibre based feeds that are low in starch and sugar Avoid all cereals and mixes Remember feeds to do need to be molasses free or sugar free The most suitable option for your horse/ pony may not be approved by The Laminitis Trust or mention laminitis on the bag – speak to a nutritionist for more advice

Which SPILLERS feeds are suitable for laminitics?

SPILLERS HAPPY HOOF, HAPPY HOOF Molasses Free, Speedy-Mash Fibre and all SPILLERS balancers are ideal for good doers prone to laminitis. If your horse or pony is normally a poor doer or has recently lost weight, please contact the Care-Line for more advice.

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Q:

Is it safe to feed my laminitic carrots & treats?

A:

Yes; just don’t feed them by the bucketful! Carrots contain approximately 85% water and therefore each carrot you feed contains very little sugar. Equally, 1 SPILLERS treat contains just 1.4g (less than ½ a teaspoon) of sugar so one or two carrots/ treats per day will not cause any harm – remember everything in moderation!
Q:

What should I look for when choosing feeds for a laminitic?

A:

Horses and ponies prone to laminitis need a high fibre, low starch and low sugar diet which also provides a balanced supply of vitamins, minerals and quality protein. Use the following tips as a guide but seek advice from a nutritionist to ensure that the feeds you choose are suitable for your individual horse or pony:

Choose fibre based feeds that are low in starch and sugar

Avoid all cereals and mixes

Remember feeds to do need to be molasses free or sugar free

The most suitable option for your horse/ pony may not be approved by The Laminitis Trust or mention laminitis on the bag – speak to a nutritionist for more advice
Q:

Which SPILLERS feeds are suitable for laminitics?

A:

SPILLERS HAPPY HOOF, HAPPY HOOF Molasses Free, Speedy-Mash Fibre and all SPILLERS balancers are ideal for good doers prone to laminitis. If your horse or pony is normally a poor doer or has recently lost weight, please contact the Care-Line for more advice.

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