Essa Valley Feed Services is a proud Dealer of Brooks Performance Horse Feeds
As a Dealer we can get and stock what every Brooks Horse Feed you would like, we stock on a regular basis the following
Brooks Fit and Fiber Pellets
Brooks Fit and Fiber Textured
Brooks Enhancer
Brooks Flax Appeal
Brooks All Phase
Brooks Phase 2 Pellets
Brooks Phase 2 Textured
Brooks Fiber "O"
Brooks Unti
Phase 1
Phase 3
Equa Jewel
Brooks Senior
General Feeding Guidelines
| # | Type of Horse | Feed | Description |
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| 1 | Maintenance |
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Feed to maintain bodyweight. Supplement with a Brooks mineral/vitamin supplement such as Enhancer or All Phase 20 if feeding a complete feed at less than 1/2 pound per 100 pounds of bodyweight. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 2 | Maintenance: Weight Gain |
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Most horses require 4-5 pounds extra concentrate above maintenance to gain a 1/2 pound of bodyweight per day. Higher fat levels increase calorie density. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra calories |
| 3 | Maintenance: Weight Loss |
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Feed to balance the ration with minerals and vitamins without unnecessary calories |
| 4 | Pleasure Riding |
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Feed fibre and fat based feeds with moderate calorie density to minimize the undesirable effects of high sugar and starch (NSC) sweet feeds. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 5 | Pleasure Riding: Weight Gain |
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Higher level of fat increases the calorie density and effectiveness for weight gain. Fat content ranges from 12% (Fibre "O" Plus) to Fit & Fibre (6.5 % fat). Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra calories |
| 6 | Pleasure Riding: Weight Loss |
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Feed to balance the ration with minerals and vitamins without unnecessary calories. |
| 7 | Hunter |
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Requires medium level of controllable energy from fibre and fat based feeds such as Fit & Fibre. Higher calorie feeds for weight maintenance. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 8 | Jumper: Novice to Intermediate |
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Fibre and fat based rations with controlled NSC level matched to intensity of activity minimizes the effect on temperament. Fit & fibre works well where moderate energy is required. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 9 | Jumper: Upper Level |
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Manageable calories required from aerobic and anaerobic sources. Controlled or measured NSC level to match the horse’s ability and temperament. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra calories |
| 10 | English Pleasure |
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Fibre & fat based rations like Fit & Fibre supply energy for activity & maintenance with minimal effect on temperament. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 11 | Dressage: Novice to Intermediate |
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Requires medium level of energy from fibre and fat based feeds combined with controlled or reduced NSC. Match the energy in the feed to the intensity of the activity. Higher fat content equals greater calorie density. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 12 | Dressage: Advanced |
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Requires very high energy level. Extra fat helps feed aerobic muscle activity. Measured NSC levels from Power Play/ Competition Plus helps restore muscle glycogen while controlled/reduced NSC maintains calm and focus. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 13 | Western Pleasure |
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Fibre and fat based energy helps maintain quiet control. Some horses may require more measured NSC levels for greater stamina and forward motion. Flax Appeal for health & conditioning |
| 14 | Barrel Racing, Quarter Horse Racing |
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Very quickly available anaerobic energy from starch/sugar is required for quick bursts of speed while measured carbohydrates may enhance focus and control. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 15 | Team Penning, Cutting, Reining, Roping |
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Feed to fuel quick movement and control. Higher fibre and fat feeds with controlled carbohydrates may enhance focus and control. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy |
| 16 | Standardbred Racing |
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Measured or optimized NSC levels with substantial fat and quality fibre fuel a combination of muscle types. For horses susceptible to tying up use Un-Ti as an effective option. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 17 | Thoroughbred Racing |
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Predominance of Type 2A muscles require optimized NSC. levels mixed with energy from fat and fibre for sustained speed. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 18 | Competitive Trail Endurance |
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Depending on the distance and duration of the event they can utilize high levels of fat energy to fuel aerobic muscle movement while controlled or measured carbohydrates restore muscle glycogen. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 19 | Polo |
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Very quick spurts and combined with slower movements require a mix of energy sources including measured carbohydrates. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 20 | 3 Day Eventing |
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Requires high energy and stamina from controlled or reduced NSC, quality fibre and fat. Choose according to level of competition along with needs and disposition of the horse. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 21 | Older Horse: Overweight |
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Balance the ration with minerals/vitamins without unnecessary calories. Flax Appeal may help circulation and joint health. |
| 22 | Older Horse: Underweight |
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Requires a very high calorie intake from high quality fibre and fat and controlled/reduced NSC. Fibrelite preferably soaked can add extra fibre where hay intake is minimal. Flax Appeal may help circulation and joint health. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 23 | Tying Up Syndrome, RER, PSSM |
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Complex condition requiring a diagnosis & management strategy including lower NSC intake. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |
| 24 | Metabolic Syndrome |
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Requires a low NSC intake along with adequate minerals. Seek veterinary input. |
| 25 | Cushing's: Overweight |
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Requires a low NSC intake along with adequate minerals. Feeding depends on weight management. Seek veterinary input. |
| 26 | Cushing's: Underweight |
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Supply low NSC. Calories along with Flax Appeal/Equi-Jewel for added fat. Soaked Fibrelite can add extra fibre where hay intake in minimal. Flax Appeal and/or Equi-Jewel for extra energy & condition |