Johnson's Natural Formula

Johnson's Natural Formula High Fibre Feeds for High Performance Horses

30/12/2025

2025 gave us early mornings, long days, and horses that gave us everything.

Thank you for trusting Johnson’s Natural Formula to support them through it all.
Here’s to healthy horses, good seasons, and another year doing what we love.

Hello 2026 🐎🤍

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🎄 Twelve Thanks A’Thriving 🎄From our JNF team to yours - thank you 🫶This year has been about more than feed. It’s been a...
24/12/2025

🎄 Twelve Thanks A’Thriving 🎄

From our JNF team to yours - thank you 🫶
This year has been about more than feed. It’s been about horses thriving, owners learning, and communities growing.

We are incredibly grateful for every conversation, every photo shared, every question asked, and every horse supported along the way.
12 moments. 12 stories. 12 of the many reasons we do what we do.
Thank you for trusting Johnson’s Natural Formula to be part of your horse’s journey, we can’t wait to see what next year brings ✨🐴🌱

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🎄 Eleven Essentials A’Ensuring 🎄Hot weather brings extra challenges. Having these essentials in place helps keep horses ...
23/12/2025

🎄 Eleven Essentials A’Ensuring 🎄

Hot weather brings extra challenges. Having these essentials in place helps keep horses safe, comfortable and well supported all summer long.

11 Summer Essentials:

1️⃣ Shade- natural or man-made
2️⃣ Clean, fresh water available at all times
3️⃣ Fly control- masks, rugs and sprays
4️⃣ Daily salt access to support hydration
5️⃣ Feed storage checks- watch for mould in heat and humidity
6️⃣ Ice packs or cooling tools ready to use
7️⃣ Fully stocked first-aid kit
8️⃣ Airflow & ventilation checks in stables, yards and floats
9️⃣ Emergency contacts- including vets and holiday rosters
🔟 Transport plans for hot days- timing, routes and rest stops
1️⃣1️⃣ Fire safety prep- firebreaks, evacuation plans and float readiness

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🎄 Ten Technical Tips A’Tuning 🎄These evidence-based tips help fine-tune diets for gut health, performance and metabolic ...
22/12/2025

🎄 Ten Technical Tips A’Tuning 🎄

These evidence-based tips help fine-tune diets for gut health, performance and metabolic safety.

10 Technical Feeding Tips:

1️⃣ Fibre first
Feed 1.5–2% of bodyweight/day in forage to support gut health and motility.

2️⃣ Check Ca:P ratio
Aim for 1.5:1–3:1 to support bone health and mineral absorption.

3️⃣ Limit starch per meal
Keep starch

🎄 Nine Nutrition Myths A’Nulling 🎄There’s a lot of feeding advice floating around. Let’s clear up some common nutrition ...
21/12/2025

🎄 Nine Nutrition Myths A’Nulling 🎄

There’s a lot of feeding advice floating around. Let’s clear up some common nutrition myths and replace them with evidence-based truth.

9 Common Nutrition Myths Explained:

1️⃣ Myth: “Grain is the best energy for all horses.”
Truth: Many horses perform better on fibre and oil for slow-release energy.

2️⃣ Myth: “Big feeds build topline.”
Truth: Muscle comes from correct protein balance, quality nutrition and training, not oversized meals.

3️⃣ Myth: “Horses can graze or eat unlimited hay safely.”
Truth: Rich hay or pasture can lead to obesity and laminitis in good doers. Quantity and quality both matter.

4️⃣ Myth: “Adding oil makes horses hot.”
Truth: Oil provides cool energy compared to starch-heavy feeds.

5️⃣ Myth: “Pasture or hay alone is enough.”
Truth: Forage is the foundation, but it rarely supplies a fully balanced diet. Many horses need added vitamins, minerals, protein or energy.

6️⃣ Myth: “Treats are harmless.”
Truth: Too many sugary treats can upset gut health and increase laminitis risk.

7️⃣ Myth: “Changing feed quickly is fine.”
Truth: Sudden changes can trigger colic. Always transition over 7–14 days.

8️⃣ Myth: “You can tell sugar levels by looking.”
Truth: Appearance is misleading. Only hay testing or pasture analysis confirms sugar levels — especially important for laminitis-prone horses.

9️⃣ Myth: “More supplements = better performance.”
Truth: Over-supplementing can cause imbalances or toxicity. Base supplements on diet analysis and actual needs.

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🎄 Eight Electrolytes Enhancing 🎄Electrolytes can be a powerful tool in hot weather- when they’re used correctly. These e...
20/12/2025

🎄 Eight Electrolytes Enhancing 🎄

Electrolytes can be a powerful tool in hot weather- when they’re used correctly. These eight tips help support hydration, recovery and overall balance.

8 Electrolyte Essentials:

1️⃣ Start with salt
Plain salt fed daily helps maintain thirst drive and baseline electrolyte balance.

2️⃣ Pair with water
Electrolytes only work if your horse has access to plenty of fresh, cool water.

3️⃣ Split the dose
Divide electrolyte supplements before and after work for better absorption.

4️⃣ Match to sweat loss
Heavy sweaters need more support; light work may only require salt.

5️⃣ Avoid over-sweet mixes
Some electrolyte products are very high in sugar — always check the label.

6️⃣ Offer a second bucket
A lightly flavoured water bucket (apple juice or soaked Fibre Safe water) can encourage drinking.

7️⃣ Travel smart
Horses lose electrolytes during transport, especially in hot weather - dose before and after longer trips.

8️⃣ Don’t skip rest days
Even on non-work days, horses in hot conditions still need salt and hydration support.

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🎄 Seven Signs A’Sweating 🎄Hot weather can place serious strain on horses. Knowing the early warning signs of heat stress...
20/12/2025

🎄 Seven Signs A’Sweating 🎄

Hot weather can place serious strain on horses. Knowing the early warning signs of heat stress can make all the difference.

7 Signs to Watch For:

1️⃣ Heavy sweating, or a lack of sweating (anhidrosis)
2️⃣ Rapid breathing or panting
3️⃣ Elevated re**al temperature (above 39.5°C)
4️⃣ Poor appetite or reluctance to eat
5️⃣ Dark or concentrated urine
6️⃣ Stumbling, weakness or dullness
7️⃣ Elevated heart rate that doesn’t recover

🚨 If you notice these signs, stop work immediately, begin cooling measures and contact your vet where necessary.

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🎄 Six Stockings A’Stuffing 🎄Need some Christmas stocking ideas for your horse? Practical gifts can still feel special, a...
18/12/2025

🎄 Six Stockings A’Stuffing 🎄

Need some Christmas stocking ideas for your horse? Practical gifts can still feel special, and your horse will definitely thank you!

6 Stocking Stuffers Your Horse Will Love:

1️⃣ Salt lick
Supports hydration and electrolyte balance.

2️⃣ Fly mask
Essential summer protection for eyes and comfort.

3️⃣ Mesh rug
Breathable, lightweight and perfect for hot days.

4️⃣ Slow feeder hay net
Encourages natural grazing and supports gut health.

5️⃣ Fly spray
A summer must-have for comfort and skin protection.

6️⃣ Spa treatment kit
Shampoo bar, conditioner, coat serum & detangler, because every horse deserves a glow-up ✨

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🎄 Five Feeds A’Fixing 🎄Good feeding isn’t complicated, it’s about consistency, accuracy, and knowing your horse. These ...
17/12/2025

🎄 Five Feeds A’Fixing 🎄

Good feeding isn’t complicated, it’s about consistency, accuracy, and knowing your horse. These five golden rules support calmer guts, better condition, and safer performance year-round.

5 Golden Feeding Rules:

1️⃣ Fibre first
Forage is the foundation of gut health, hydration and steady energy.

2️⃣ Measure feed by weight
Scoops vary- weighing feed ensures accuracy and avoids overfeeding.

3️⃣ Keep routines consistent
Horses thrive on routine. Regular feeding times support digestion and behaviour.

4️⃣ Match feed to horse type & workload
Age, breed, condition and workload all matter- feed what your horse needs.

5️⃣ Introduce changes slowly (7–14 days)
Gradual changes protect the hindgut and reduce digestive upsets. Reliable routines = calmer guts.

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🎄 Four Facts A’Feeding 🎄Summer routines can get busy, but your horse thrives on consistency. A little planning goes a lo...
16/12/2025

🎄 Four Facts A’Feeding 🎄

Summer routines can get busy, but your horse thrives on consistency. A little planning goes a long way in keeping feeding safe and effective during the heat.

4 Summer Feeding Facts to Remember:

1️⃣ Plan ahead for party days
If you’ll be out for Christmas lunch or away from home, prep feeds early or arrange a reliable helper so your horse’s schedule stays consistent.

2️⃣ Keep feed cool & dry
Summer heat + humidity = higher mould risk. Store feed in sealed bins and away from direct sunlight to keep it fresh.

3️⃣ Add a splash of water
Mixing a small amount of water into hard feed can support hydration and reduce dust, especially useful in hot, dry conditions.

4️⃣ Electrolytes for extra sweat
If your horse is working or travelling in summer heat, electrolytes help maintain fluid and mineral balance.

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