{"product_id":"topspec-stud-balancer-20kg","title":"TopSpec Stud Balancer 20kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTopSpec Stud Feed Balancer 20kg\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTopSpec Stud Feed Balancer is a concentrated, cereal-grain-free feed for broodmares, youngstock and stallions. This high-protein, low-sugar and low-starch, non-heating feed combines a comprehensive multi-supplement with digestive aids and micronutrients to support breeding stock, healthy development and efficient feed utilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe formulation provides high-quality protein, soya oil, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Its low sugar and starch levels are designed to promote balanced muscle and skeletal development without unnecessary calories. The manufacturer states that supplementary micronutrients are generally not required when it is fed at the recommended rate, except for specific requirements such as joint support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey nutritional features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality protein and intracellular soya oil to support muscle development and condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamins E and selenium to provide antioxidant support for fertility and muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium, copper, zinc, iodine, lysine, methionine and cysteine to support bone development, skin and hoof quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiotin supplied at a level designed to provide 15mg per day for a 500kg horse at the recommended feeding rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure protected probiotic yeast and prebiotic mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) to support hindgut health and fibre digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, C, D and E and B vitamins to support immunity and energy metabolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroodmares:\u003c\/strong\u003e nutritional support for fertility, milk quality and yield, appetite, body condition and colostrum quality. \u003cstrong\u003eFoals and youngstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports steady growth, bone development and provision of micronutrients; suitable for foals from three weeks of age. \u003cstrong\u003eStallions:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports condition and fertility, especially during the covering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical nutritional analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil 5.7%; protein 27%; fibre 7%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigestible energy 12.5 MJ\/kg; starch 7%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium 3.4%; magnesium 0.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin E 1,500 IU\/kg; biotin 15 mg\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoya bean meal (GM), wheatfeed, full fat soya (GM), calcium carbonate, molasses, grass, dicalcium phosphate, linseed expeller, high fibre oat by-product, vitamin premix, soya oil (GM), sodium chloride and mannan oligosaccharides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the manufacturer's feeding recommendations according to your horse's workload, age, body condition and forage. TopSpec gives an example regime for a 16hh (500kg) mare with a foal at foot: grazing and ad-lib hay or haylage plus two daily feeds, each containing 600g Stud Feed Balancer, 300g TopChop Alfalfa and up to 1.2kg CoolCondition Cubes adjusted to condition. Provide constant access to a salt lick. Seek individual nutritional advice where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20kg.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TopSpec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57436401074554,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/1114\/5380\/files\/TopSpec_20Stud_20Feed_20Balancer.webp?v=1792494519","url":"https:\/\/firstchoicehorsesupplies.co.uk\/products\/topspec-stud-balancer-20kg","provider":"First Choice Horse Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}