Welcome to our Equestrian Brand Spotlight series!
Here at Discount Equestrian, we only stock the highest quality products from top equestrian brands. As dedicated horse owners and experienced riders, our team understands the importance of having confidence in every investment – whether that’s a hoof pick, luxury saddlecloth, or fully waterproof winter rug, to smart riding boots, an innovative base layer, or socks – therefore, we’ve dedicated a series of blog posts to introducing you to some of the amazing brands we partner with, who help us connect you with market-leading equestrian products.
Today’s fantastic featured brand is NAF®…
Because we are a team of dedicated horse owners here at Discount Equestrian, we are delighted to work with world-renowned brand NAF®, who manufacture some of the UK’s best-selling equestrian products that we have tried and tested with our own horses.
First, here’s a little about the NAF® story, as told by the company themselves, “Over thirty years ago, we launched the first nutraceutical for horses into the UK market, and we have continued to lead the way in developing effective products ever since. Using proven ingredients found in nature and creating unique effective formulations, we pride ourselves on our unparalleled commitment to quality and clean sport. We have a dedicated team focused on not just meeting industry expectations, but exceeding them.
We use the best natural ingredients, which are fully traceable and are combined to create unique formulas by our team of veterinarian scientists, under the direction of Dr Nicholas Larkins BVSc DSc MRCVS, nutritionists, managed by the widely published Kate Hore RNutr(Animal) and chemists, including specialised formulation chemist Adam Lewandowski. The result is an extensive range of effective products from joints, breathing, hooves, digestion, gut health and calming supplements to silky mane and tail detanglers, super shampoos and luxury leather care, all of which are designed to offer you something for your horse's every need.
Indeed, whilst we are incredibly proud of the fact that we are the only official supplier of supplements and care products to the British Equestrian Teams and to the high profile riders around the world who feed our products and their competitive success, we are equally proud of how our products have helped you and your horses. We strongly believe that from cute Shetland ponies to magnificent Shires, from leisure horses who are part of the family, to gold medal winning performance horses, every horse deserves Five Star Treatment.”
We couldn’t possibly include all the incredible products created by NAF® in this blog post! Therefore, we’re going to share with you information about best-selling NAF® products available from Discount Equestrian:
* Superflex
“Superflex is the right combination; a scientifically balanced ratio of readily absorbed Glucosamine and Chondroitin, the highest quality MSM, plus the added benefits of a powerful anti-oxidant formula, exclusively designed to address excess free radical build up around the joint. Horses’ joints have to cope with extreme forces and it is commonly the cartilage that is the first part to show wear and tear. The key cartilage nutrients, Glucosamine Sulphate, MSM, Chondroitin Sulphate and Hyaluronic acid (HA) are well known for their support for the health of both cartilage, and the thick synovial fluid that oils the joint.”
* Biotin Plus
“Biotin Plus contains methionine, MSM, zinc and calcium to maintain healthy hooves. Research tells us that supplementary biotin is recommended for supporting hoof health. Biotin Plus provides 15mg biotin daily, ideal for everyday maintenance of healthy hooves. For horses and ponies with compromised hoof quality, see PROFEET products. Biotin Plus is ideal for everyday maintenance of healthy hooves.”
* Respirator
“Respirator provides valuable nutritional support to the respiratory mucosal immune system and the delicate capillary blood vessels that surround the lungs. Research shows that by supplementing the diet with naturally sourced anti-oxidants, the horse’s lungs can be given valuable support. Respirator contains a concentrated solution of natural anti-oxidants, alongside herbs such as ginger, rosehip and blueberries, chosen for their targeted support of healthy lung function. Respirator is also recommended where close contact with other horses showing respiratory stress may be cause for concern.”
* Magic
“Magic is a natural calmer with a difference. Exclusively trialled and proven, it’s a five star formula that contains a unique combination of herbs and bio-available magnesium known to help maintain calm, support concentration and learning. Magnesium is an essential nutrient to a horse's wellbeing, and among its many roles is the regulation of nervous tension and relaxed muscles, however, Magic is more than just magnesium. This award-winning formulation also contains a unique blend of herbs, which when fed in the right combination with magnesium give repeatable, reliable results in reactive horses. This unique synergistic blend has been independently trialled, with peer-reviewed, published results showing a reduction in inappropriate responses, and an improvement in the horse's cognitive profile, crucially, with no sedation.”
* General Purpose Supplement
“A broad spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement formulated for the horse or pony in light-to-moderate work. General Purpose Supplement provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals for health and vitality. Designed to complement the high fibre, low concentrate diet, General Purpose Supplement is ideal for all horses and ponies receiving less than manufacturer’s recommended rates of hard feed.”
* Garlic Granules
“Trusted by you, chosen by us, 100% pure garlic granules. One of the best known herbs in the world, garlic’s use for health support dates back to Roman times. NAF Garlic Granules have been chosen for their purity and strength.”
* Laminaze
“Horses and ponies on restricted grass intake require additional support to remain fit and healthy. Laminaze is a unique blend of over 40 ingredients combining with key gut support, bio-available sulphur and targeted nutrients, in a palatable formula to maintain hoof health and improve their diet and lifestyle. Prebiotics and live probiotics are included, for their ability to [influence] a stable, healthy gut environment. Naturally sourced antioxidants are present to support the liver. Bio-available sulphur (MSM) is recommended for supporting healthy hoof growth and strong sulphur bonds within the laminae. Laminaze contains all the key nutrients for optimal dietary support, especially around the time of year when spring and autumn flushes of grass occur.”
Do you and your horse enjoy NAF® products? If so, please let us know – we may feature your story on our Discount Equestrian social media pages!
Further information about the NAF® brand can be discovered here.
