BlackHorse Naturals

24/04/2026

Gut Align and Harmony Plus are designed to reduce the incidence, duration and severity of any potential gastrointestinal disorders but will not eliminate them altogether, we can not alter frost, drought, or any weather patterns or environmental changes that can adversely effect a horse’s gut health.

There are many factors to consider even outside of weather or pasture, with that being said, by supplying the horses GI microbiome on a daily basis with additives in a feed base, with varying modes of action and research proven efficiency, we may:
• Promote growth of beneficial bacteria

• Inhibit the colonisation of pathogens

• Improve digestion and nutrient absorption

• Reduce the presence of all three main types of intestinal toxins (endo/exo/mycotoxins) and their potential cytotoxic effect on epithelium cells (barrier function)

• Reduce potential cellular damage caused from excessive intestinal ammonia

• Prime the immune system so the host can mount an immune response more rapidly and potentially protect itself from infection

• Improve performance and reduced recovery time

We have discovered the modes of action in Gut Align and Harmony Plus, the goal now is to build resilience to the challenge.

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24/04/2026

Toxin Binder INCLUDED…

Let me say that again.
Both Gut Align and Harmony Plus have Toxin Binder INCLUDED.

The toxin binder of Black Horse Naturals represents a portfolio of toxin binders which have been shown to have a strong affinity and capacity towards mycotoxin control and endotoxin mitigation, reinforce enterocyte tight junction protein complexes and act as immune modulating agents.
The addition of this specific toxin binder in Gut Align and Harmony Plus introduces yet another synergistic mode of action with the goal of working alongside our prebiotic to reduce or minimise the toxin load within the gastrointestinal tract.

Our toxin binder doesn’t stand out to look a hero, it’s almost a little boring in appearance, but it certainly wears a cape in our formulations.

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23/04/2026

Yucca schidigera extract

Take a closer look at this key ingredient:

Included as an ingredient in leading stock and horse feed suppliers in Australia for many years, it promotes a healthy intestinal environment by significantly reducing intestinal ammonia concentrations that can damage mucosa epithelial cells lining the gastrointestinal tract.
Reducing intestinal ammonia concentrations is crucial for maintaining gastrointestinal health.

Yucca schidigera is included in all formulations of Black Horse Naturals.

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22/04/2026

100% calcified marine algae

Did someone say hind gut buffer?

Black Horse Naturals Gut Align and Harmony Plus both contain this highly effective organic slow release buffer.
Rich in bioavailable Calcium and Magnesium carbonate, it also contains over 70 other minerals, that contribute to health, growth, reproduction, and maintenance of horses.
Its honeycomb shaped structure allows liquid media, at neutral to acidic pH, to slowly solubilise the bioavailable Calcium and Magnesium carbonates and other minerals within the algae.

The slow release of carbonates results in the neutralisation of excessive acids produced within the small and large intestine, leading to a long term buffering effect that optimises the pH and maintains the gastrointestinal environment more stable throughout the day.

Take home message -
By buffering the acids produced during digestion, marine calcified algae can help prevent conditions like hind gut acidosis, which is harmful to overall gut health.

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21/04/2026

Bacillus subtilis

Let’s get scientific 🧪

A robust spore forming and heat stable probiotic that contains Bacillus subtilis.
It has been used in animal diets since the 1990’s, can withstand the harsh environment of the GIT and can even be pelleted up to 90 degrees Celsius without a reduction of survivability.

Bacillus subtilis creates an environment which is positive for the beneficial bacteria in the gut (lactobacilli) by consumption of oxygen, production of enzymes and competitive exclusion.
Our Black Horse Naturals formula including our specifically branded Bacillus subtilis promotes the proliferation of positive gut microbiota and reduces the pathogenic bacteria.
The result is a healthier gastrointestinal tract for better utilisation of nutrients, less digestive disorders and better performance.

Remembering - Probiotics are a naturally occurring bacteria that are live and beneficial to support digestive health.

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20/04/2026

Yeast Culture + Mos + Beta Glucans + Mannose + RFCs

Whaaat??? Let’s get scientific, but also break it down …

A prebiotic.
Our Black Horse Naturals prebiotic consists of a non living formulation which contains a full dose of yeast culture (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae) amino acids along with highly bioavailable Refined Functional Carbohydrates (RFCs)

RFCs are specifically manufactured using enzymatic hydrolysis, liberating the various carbohydrate fractions from the yeast cell wall creating small bioavailable units of Manna Oligosaccharides (MOS) Mannose, Beta Glucans and other RFCs

MOS supports growth of beneficial bacteria, Mannose agglutinates all genus of the Enterobacteriaceae family with type 1 mannose sensitive pilli including pathogenic bacteria E.coli and Salmonella while Beta Glucans place the immune system in a state of readiness.

The formula used in Gut Align and Harmony Plus has also shown to reduce the cytotoxic effects and damage to the epithelial cells in the presence of a variety of mycotoxin standards.

Prebiotics are most commonly referred to as the indigestible fibres that benefit the growth of healthy bacteria.

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20/04/2026

Equine Gut Health is a multidimensional concept related to diet, host and microbiota in which structure and functioning of the gastrointestinal barrier, GIT microbial profile and diet composition are continuously interacting.

GI microbiome (including microbiota) and the GI barrier (including intestinal mucosae) play vital roles in the equine gut.

A healthy and stable GI microbiota is pivotal in numerous functions which are considered essential to maintaining gut health in horses.

Black Horse Naturals Gut Align and Harmony Plus include key ingredients to assist in Gastrointestinal Health.
Over the coming posts we will focus on the key inclusions and their benefits.

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25/03/2026

Capeweeed is a highly invasive species in Victoria.
We typically know Capeweed as bright yellow flowers with broad leaves, however our photo below shows Capeweed in its immature form with fast growth phase.

In Victoria, it thrives in the autumn months, growing quickly in cooler temperatures and often outcompeting native pasture species.

Capeweed is low in nutritional value and should your horse consume a diet predominantly consisting of capeweed, they may be susceptible to gastrointestinal issues and digestive upset, amongst other concerns.

Capeweed in all phases, contains certain compounds that can be harmful in large quantities. Along with toxins, the plant can also lead to photosensitivity in some animals, which can create further complications.

As Capeweed spreads, it reduces the quality and quantity of available pasture for grazing.

It’s vital for horse owners to create a pasture management plan for capeweed populations through controlled grazing, mechanical removal, or herbicide application where appropriate.

Further to this, maintaining a balanced diet, rich in fibre and including Gut Align or Harmony Plus can help mitigate the risks associated with grazing on Capeweed contaminated pastures, this is predominantly due to the improvement in the horse’s overall gastrointestinal health, gut microbiome and the inclusion of our toxin binder.

Co Owner of Black Horse Naturals and Leading Agronomist- Steve Dickson suggests : Owners should be proactive in managing this plant through monitoring and appropriate management strategies with now, through to winter the best time to consider spraying a herbicide, however, it is crucial to understand that a graze withholding period needs to be established post application.
Herbicides at this phase is best applied prior to flowering, although, with any application of chemical or pasture management strategies, it is vital to discuss further with your local agronomist and/or farm supply outlet for what best suits your requirements.

Simply spraying when the pretty yellow flowers are covering your paddock will not yield the best results for your horse’s health or your pasture.

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23/03/2026

Team Larajay 🙌

Hip hip hooray! A big happy birthday to Herbie today, capped off with a lovely first-up win aboard HOWDY MATE (Elite Stride - Glenferrie Dash) in the IRT Trot at HQ.

20/03/2026

Supporting the digestive tract, from the stomach to the Hind Gut -

🟣 Contains Pre, Pro and Postbiotics

🟣 Mycotoxin Binder

🟣 Hind Gut Buffer

🟣 Palatable feed source in the diet at a low cost and inclusion rate

🟣 A safe and non swabbable product, suitable for racing horses.

Supporting your horses gut health may assist in better digestion, increased performance, improved condition and a calm behaviour.

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20/03/2026

Glowing digestive health ✨

Thank you Team Sanderson Racing for entrusting Gut Align as part of your stables diet.

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