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Our range of equine feeds has been developed to meet the special needs of the horse’s unique digestive system. You will find all of the products are FREE from: cereals and their by-products, pulses, molasses, preservatives and additives.

10/12/2024

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴... Cosying up in front of the fire with a hot chocolate and a dog in your lap paints an idyllic picture for many, but winter is a dreaded word for almost all equestrians - and many of us are still feeling triggered by last year’s horrendously wet and muddy edition.

That is the problem with winter, we never know what kind of winter is coming!

Not only the weather, but a change in daylight availability and necessary management can mean a whole host of changes for our horses. When it comes to feeding, this can be a fine balance to manage. Horses who get less turn out and less exercise may become more excitable and fresher to handle, requiring a decrease in digestible energy intake, yet those who rely on grass to maintain their weight, may instead require higher nutritional intake.

Turning to cereal based feeds results in a high starch intake, affecting excitability and also increasing the risk of gastric ulcers due to the breakdown of starch in the stomach, lowering pH and increasing acidity. Winter is already a risk factor for ulcers. More time stabled can increase the risk of long gaps without food and stress, both impacting the likely development of ulcers. Utilising low starch but highly nutritious forages – with a low sugar level – can help sustain them through winter but with more appropriate energy levels.

Thoroughbreds who often do well on good grass can suffer seasonal weight loss; Blue Bag Grass Pellets offer the ideal substitute for this whilst Warmbloods may do best on LucieNuts with higher protein intake for their larger muscle bulk.

Native types and good doers can be kept full on Organic Lucie Stalks which offer a time consuming chew and quality protein, but low feed value.

For those who are poor at drinking in cold weather PuraBeet is the ideal way to increase fluid intake, but also fill the hindgut with soluble fibre. A full hindgut will keep them warm through the process of microbial fermentation as an inbuilt central heating system! Brix are ideal for occupying easily bored horses and Calm Balance+ may have a settling effect for those who get stressed being indoors for longer.

Make any necessary changes to management gradually, slowly increasing or decreasing feed and hay amounts to allow the digestive system to adapt. Also slowly increasing time spent stabled will minimize the risk of colic but also stress due to sudden changes in routine that can easily upset them. Taper off workload gradually if you are turning them away for the winter.

We are always here to help with both feed and management advice if you or your horse are struggling to adapt or find the right energy balance. Contact us on 01728 604 008 or by email to [email protected]

Let us all hope the winter is kind, with a lot less of the wet stuff!

09/12/2024

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆. In just 12 short months MalleMash has become the staple diet for so many horses - from itchy types, to natives, cobs and feathered breeds - it's a firm favourite.

Whilst created as a convenient 'one bag' feed many of you have asked if you can add a chop to MalleMash as we head into winter....

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵? Adding a chop to MalleMash will add additional texture and prolong eating time. You can also add a chop to increase the calorie intake for those that need a more nutritious feed during the winter.

Deciding which chop to feed can be crucial. At Simple System we avoid molasses, cereal, cereal-by products, straw, soya and preservatives. These can all irritate sensitive horses.

Horses with dry itchy skin often need to avoid wheat as this can make the condition worse. Chops / chaffs containing straw will sometimes include grain and additives used during the crop's production. Choosing a straw free chop is key for such horses.

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁?'
💚 For good doers Timothy Chop is the best choice.

Made from pure, late-cut Timothy grass, Timothy Chop is high in fibre and low in sugar and starch. It is suitable for adding bulk to slow eating rate, without adding excessive calories.

🩷 For increasing forage variety NEW Sainfoin & Shine is an ideal option. It is also a good choice for the fussier feeder.

Made from sainfoin and cold pressed linseed oil, Sainfoin & Shine is nutritious, palatable and offers unique support to the hindgut. Most suitable for horses in work or breeding, but can also be fed to good doers in a lesser quantity.

💛 For horses with higher nutritional needs opt for Perform & Shine.

Perform & Shine is a blend of Timothy and Cocksfoot grasses with a coating of cold pressed linseed oil. It is nutritious and suitable for poorer doers, horses in harder work, and those needing to gain weight.

To learn more about our chopped forages follow the link below ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/2/Chopped-Forages

07/12/2024

Thanks to our friends at Hippo Horse Showers 𝘄𝗲’𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗘 𝗛𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗼 - a portable ‘plug and go’ electric shower. Suitable for horses, hounds and humans!

𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹... We’re also giving away a NEW Hippo Bubbl-O shampoo mixer.

𝗧𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲, by completing the form below ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/competitions/hippo

Don’t forget to include your contact details, as we’ll need to inform you if you’re the lucky winner!

🦛 NB. The colour of Hippo Micro-E Portable Shower supplied may vary depending on availability. Full T&Cs available at www.simplesystem.co.uk.

06/12/2024

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗳𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀...

Please ensure all orders reach us no later than 5pm on Monday 16th December for a guaranteed delivery to your home or yard before Christmas.

Our office, warehouse and van delivery service will be closed on the following dates:

▪ Christmas Eve
▪ Christmas Day
▪ Boxing Day
▪ New Year's Day

Orders can be placed throughout the Christmas period at www.simplesystem.co.uk.

04/12/2024

𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿...

Winter can be challenging for many reasons. Our poor doers may be prone to loosing too much condition, our good doers may be doing a little too well, and 'issue prone' equines may need additional support whilst adapting to the demands of the season.

Whether you're considering changing your horse's diet completely, or you'd just like to know if you're feeding correctly for your horse's individual circumstances, our Feed Line are here to help.

Call us on 01728 604 008 to discuss your horse's winter requirements. Or, if you don't have time to chat, complete our online form for a comprehensive Feed Plan by email.

https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

Our advice is (and always will be) free, so be sure to make good use of us this winter.

03/12/2024

At Simple System we recommend soaking all of our pelleted forages. Here are our most frequently asked questions on the topic...

Q. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸?
A. We recommend soaking all of our Simple System pellets until they are free from hard lumps. Soaking times vary for each product so, for ease, we suggest soaking one feed ahead - for the breakfast feed soak the evening before, and for the evening feed, soak at breakfast time.

Q. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸 𝗺𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲'𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱?
A. There are many reasons why offering soaked feeds is beneficial for your horse. The main reasons being to increase hydration and to minimise the risk of choke. Soaked feeds are also ideal for horses with poor dentition. You can read more in our article here ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/news/795/Why-soak-feeds

Q. 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗜 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿?
A. Yes! Using hot or warm water is an easy way to speed up soaking on a very cold day - or if you're in a hurry.

Q. 𝗠𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 - 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝗱𝗼?
A. The consistency of our soaked feeds can be altered to one your horse enjoys. It can be fed as a 'dry' crumble or even as a soup, depending on what they prefer. Simply adjust the amount of water as required and ensure no hard lumps remain before offering to your horse.

Q. 𝗠𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸 - 𝘄𝗵𝘆?
A. It is perfectly normal for pelleted feeds to soak at different rates throughout the year. In winter, pellets typically take significantly longer to soak as the ambient temperature is much lower, particularly at night, so not only is the tap water colder but the pellets themselves are also much colder. You can speed up soaking times by using warm water and/or insulating your buckets and feed bins. Natural variations in the crop can also alter soaking times.

If you have questions about our feeds, or about your horse's nutritional requirements, please do not hesitate to be in touch. Our Feed Line will be happy to help on 01728 604 008.

02/12/2024

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 | 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅 and 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗠𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 are available now for a limited time.

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅 are our popular forage blocks made from lucerne with festive apple and cinnamon. Suitable for all horses and ponies, including those with metabolic issues. £4 each, £40 for 12 or £45.00 for a 20kg economy bag.

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗠𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 are healthy, appetising treats made from nothing but lucerne and peppermint. £6.95 for a 500g pack.

Shop online for direct delivery, or find your local stockist, at www.simplesystem.co.uk

01/12/2024

Just over a week ago our Director of Nutrition, Jane, visited The Wormwood Scrubs Pony Centre, as part of a celebration dedicated to the founder - Sister Mary Joy Langdon - and their wonderful ponies.

The centre was founded some 35 years ago with the aim of enhancing the lives of disabled and disadvantaged children and young adults. Mary Joy and the centre's incredible volunteers, have since provided essential equine therapy to thousands of individuals. Recently, Sister Mary Joy was awarded The British Horse Society Presidents Award for her work and dedication to others. A highly prestigious accolade.

The Wormwood Scrubs Pony Centre also strive to provide the highest level of care to their equines. The horses all have access to friends, forage and freedom - the latter not always the easiest to provide in the heart of West London.

Simple System have provided our natural forage feeds, alongside Feed Line advice and support, to The Wormwood Scrubs Pony Centre for in excess of 20 years. We are proud to work with such an important centre, and are thrilled to see Mary Joy receive such recognition for her dedication. Congratulations Mary Joy!

We hope you enjoy a selection of photos from our visits to the centre and here are a few interesting facts that we thought you may enjoy...
▪️The Wormwood Scrubs ponies have spent many a summer holiday with Simple System Director of Nutrition, Jane van Lennep. They always enjoyed a summer at their 'second home' with Jane.
▪️You''ll often see images of the Wormwood Scrubs ponies in our marketing material. Retired therapy pony, Purdy, features on the packaging for our Organic Lucie Stalks.
▪️Do you remember 'Challenge Anneka'? The indoor arena was targeted to be built in just 72 hours as part of the TV show. Ps. if you're not familiar with the show - give it a google. It was brilliant!

30/11/2024

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 (𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲) 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿? 🐴🚚

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮, 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝘆 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿...
▪ Delivery to your home, yard or stable
▪ Free delivery for orders over £80 or with many of our blends, balancers and complementary feeds
▪ Feed stacked where requested, whether you're present or not
▪ Delivery within a maximum of 6 working days - enabling us to plan efficient driving routes for fewer feed miles.

As well via our own delivery vans, our feeds are available throughout the UK and Northern Ireland through our network of retailers, distributors and a comprehensive courier service.

Enter your postcode on our website to find your nearest stockist or the most appropriate method of supply ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/horse-feed-near-me

Ps. For a guaranteed delivery before Christmas, please order before 5pm on Monday 16th December.

29/11/2024

To guarantee delivery before Christmas, all orders need to be placed before 5pm on 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿.

You can order online at 𝘄𝘄𝘄.𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺.𝗰𝗼.𝘂𝗸 or by phone on 𝟬𝟭𝟮𝟴𝟰 𝟴𝟭𝟬 𝟬𝟰𝟯 for direct delivery to your home or yard.

If you shop with your local Simple System stockist, please do check their individual opening times. Whilst many may be open additional hours over the festive period, others will be taking a well earned break. To find your local stockist enter your address or postcode here ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/horse-feed-near-me

📸 Georgie Wood Equestrian taking Build & Shine to St Teresa's Equestrian.

27/11/2024

''I really wanted to let you know how thrilled I am with your feeds!''

In August I bought my 3 year old OTTB. She was underweight, had skin issues and was very quiet.

Now she has an amazing coat (even though it is woolly), good feet and she's put on weight. She is improving her top-line brilliantly. I think the TopGain was the final cherry on top!

I'm so pleased I started her on your feeds, and a warm mash on these winter mornings is very welcome.''

𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘦 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘭𝘦𝘦𝘴 & 𝘊𝘭𝘦𝘰, ''𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺'' 𝘚𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴.

🌱 Cleo is fed 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 as her forage pellet, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 & 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 as her chop and 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗺 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 + for her forage balancer. She also has 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻 as a conditioning top-up feed.

For a Feed Plan tailored to your horse's individual needs, contact the Feed Line on 01728 604 008 or complete our online form ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

26/11/2024

𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗽𝘀𝗲 is the most cost effective way to offer a natural top-up of vitamins, minerals and pre-biotic to your horse. When fed at the recommended rate it can be less than 60p per day to feed!

Suitable for...
🌱Overall health
🌱Improving condition
🌱Superb coat
🌱Strong hooves
🌱Supporting immune function

Learn more, shop online, or find a stockist at ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/feed/14/Total-Eclipse

25/11/2024

Congratulations Ellen! 👩‍🎓🥳

We're proud as punch at Simple System as our colleague, Ellen Lincoln, officially graduated as 'Master of Science in Equine Science' with The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies this weekend.

Many of you will have spoken with Ellen on the Feed Line during her studies, and we're pleased to report that she will be continuing her educational journey alongside her Feed Line duties at Simple System, as she has future ambitions to become Dr. Lincoln!

If you're speaking with Ellen this week, do join us by passing on a well done.

The Feed Line can be reached on 01728 604 008 or you can request advice by completing our online form
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

24/11/2024

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁. Maybe they require extra going into winter, after a demanding competition season, or even for ‘extra good looks’ for a special show. 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻!

This feed is high calorie, high oil but naturally low sugar, so is non-heating and should not cause any unwanted ‘fizz’. It is also highly palatable and so useful for fussy eaters.

Two perfectly complementary ingredients do the job – high protein lucerne leaf and cooked, full fat linseed.

As with all our feeds, the ingredients are included at functional levels, without additives, fillers or bulking agents and are GM free - making them suitable for use on the majority of organic yards / farms.

Lucerne leaf is naturally high in vitamins and minerals, including calcium, but lower in fibre, so more of the feed is body-building nutrition.

Linseed is very high in oil and importantly, it’s high in essential omega 3, which is vital for cell renewal and repair. Linseed is also anti-inflammatory, high calorie and an excellent source of phosphorous - perfectly balancing the lucerne leaf’s calcium.

With suitable exercise, horses gain muscle bulk, develop a stunning coat and stay sane.

𝗔𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀, 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁. If you’d like to discuss introducing TopGain to your horse’s diet, please contact the Feed Line on 01728 604 008. You can also learn more, find a stockist, or shop online here ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/feed/34/TopGain-

23/11/2024

''My thoroughbred, Archie, has fairly severe allergies to ryegrass - unfortunately this features in a lot of feeds!

Simple System are the only horse feed company who gave me full confidence in their products and what they contain.

We are able to use the Sainfoin and Timothy products safely and even better that they come in so many different forms! We love the 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅 for extra enrichment.

We recently tried the new 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 & 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 and will be continuing to use this as part of his ulcer prevention management.''

𝘏𝘢𝘺𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘑𝘶𝘣𝘣 & 𝘈𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦, 𝘚𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴.

All Simple System feeds are free from ryegrass - they are also free from cereals and their by-products, molasses, straw, soya, additives and preservatives.

If you'd like to discuss feeding your allergy or ulcer prone horse, our Feed Line are available to help. Contact us on 01728 604 008 or complete our online form ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

21/11/2024

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸, 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Offering a warm, soaked feed will help increase your horse’s fluid intake.

All Simple System pellets can be made up, or topped up, with warm water instead of cold. Just remember to check the temperature before offering it to your horse.

Here’s our pick of feeds for creating a warm winter mash...

1. 𝗛𝗮𝘆𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 soaks quickly in warm water and is suitable for all horses - not just those that need a hay replacer. It’s a great way to provide a different taste, texture and temperature to predominantly hay fed horses in winter.

2. 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗕𝗲𝗲𝘁 is an economical source of digestible fibre. It’s also a great hydrator for those reluctant to drink in colder weather - soaking up to 5 times its volume of water!

3. 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵 offers soothing support for those with dry, itchy skin. This ‘one bag’ feed soaks instantly, is very palatable and is well suited to cobs, native types and other feathered breeds.

4. 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 contain five different forage species to support a more diverse range of microbes in the gut. This highly palatable feed is suitable for those with sensitivities to lucerne / alfalfa and is often useful for fussy feeders and poorer doing types.

5. 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗲𝘀 are a low calorie lucerne feed which can also be used as a partial hay replacer. Ideal for good doers.

As always, our Feed Line are available to help if you're unsure which feed is best suited to your horse's individual needs. You can call us on 01728 604 008 or email [email protected].

20/11/2024

Each Simple System Brix offers approximately 1kg of compressed chop, making for simple, convenient feeding in the field - perfect for frosty or snowy days.

Brix are available in three forage types - grass (𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅), lucerne (𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅) and sainfoin (𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅). 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅 are also available for a limited time.

Learn more here ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/56/Simple-System-Brix

19/11/2024

❄️ With many of us waking up to the white of winter this morning, you may be wondering how to help your horses cope with the sudden change in weather.

Our out kept horses have suddenly found their grass is under a layer of snow so will need additional feeding. Hay is an obvious answer, but sometimes more nutrition is needed – keeping warm is very calorie demanding. Horses can survive and even thrive in what we consider to be very inhospitable conditions, but they do need plenty of feed to fuel them and keep them warm.

Horses have trillions of microbes which ferment fibre in their hind gut and this releases fuel, vitamins, gas and heat. It is like having a central heating boiler in their gut! However, not all fibre can be fermented – old, tough lignified fibre escapes this process. The fibre needs to be good quality, such as from early made hay and dried forages. Straw, late made and old hay may not be as effective at keeping the microbes fed and generating heat.

Simple System forage feeds are an ideal solution in bad weather. They have plenty of good fibre and are fed soaked which helps address the issue of hydration – horses don’t like very cold water and may be reluctant to walk to a water trough in an exposed area of their field. Use warm water to soak feeds when it is below freezing. Feeds soak up more quickly and can be offered to the horses once there are no hard bits and while still warm. 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗕𝗲𝗲𝘁, 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗡𝘂𝘁𝘀, 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀, 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 and 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗲𝘀 can all be used to give some extra nutrition. As they are digested in the same way as hay or grazing, they can be fed as generously as needed. There is also no limit to meal size with Simple System forage feeds so the horses can be left with large feeds to see them through.

When putting out feed and hay, notice where the horses are happy to stand. In severe conditions, they will find the most sheltered spot to keep out of the worst of the weather and will be reluctant to move away to graze, drink or eat proffered feed. Take the food to the horses – do not expect the horses to brave extreme weather to come for food. Check for any signs of dehydration if they might not be drinking.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀’ 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝟬𝟭𝟳𝟮𝟴 𝟲𝟬𝟰 𝟬𝟬𝟴 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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At Simple System we recommend soaking all of our pelleted forages. Here are our most frequently asked questions on the topic... Q. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸? A. We recommend soaking all of our Simple System pellets until they are free from hard lumps. Soaking times vary for each product so, for ease, we suggest soaking one feed ahead - for the breakfast feed soak the evening before, and for the evening feed, soak at breakfast time. Q. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸 𝗺𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲'𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱? A. There are many reasons why offering soaked feeds is beneficial for your horse. The main reasons being to increase hydration and to minimise the risk of choke. Soaked feeds are also ideal for horses with poor dentition. You can read more in our article here ⤵ https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/news/795/Why-soak-feeds Q. 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗜 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿? A. Yes! Using hot or warm water is an easy way to speed up soaking on a very cold day - or if you're in a hurry. Q. 𝗠𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 - 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝗱𝗼? A. The consistency of our soaked feeds can be altered to one your horse enjoys. It can be fed as a 'dry' crumble or even as a soup, depending on what they prefer. Simply adjust the amount of water as required and ensure no hard lumps remain before offering to your horse. Q. 𝗠𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗸 - 𝘄𝗵𝘆? A. It is perfectly normal for pelleted feeds to soak at different rates throughout the year. In winter, pellets typically take significantly longer to soak as the ambient temperature is much low

At Your Horse Live we asked you to guess the weight of Charm from Dinky Ponies - who stands at just 34'' tall - for the chance to WIN £100 in Simple System Feeds. We had guesses ranging from just 76.3kg right up to 437kg! Watch our reel to find out Charm's correct weight and to find out if you're our lucky winner. #simplesystem #dinkyponies #GuessTheWeight #miniatureshetland #therapyponies

At Your Horse Live we asked you to guess the weight of Charm from Dinky Ponies - who stands at just 34'' tall - for the chance to WIN £100 in Simple System Feeds. We had guesses ranging from just 76.3kg right up to 437kg! Watch our reel to find out Charm's correct weight and to find out if you're our lucky winner #simplesystem #dinkyponies #GuessTheWeight #miniatureshetland #therapyponies

Each Simple System Brix offers approximately 1kg of compressed chop, making for simple, convenient feeding in the field - perfect for frosty or snowy days. Brix are available in three forage types - grass (𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅), lucerne (𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅) and sainfoin (𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅). 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘅 are also available for a limited time. Learn more here ⤵ https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/56/Simple-System-Brix #simplesystem #snowponies #snowday2024 #winterhorsecare #brix

𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗕𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺. It is wonderful for providing soluable fibre and is a cost-effective option for bulking out feeds. PuraBeet soaks up to 5 times it's volume of water. The addition of even just 1/3 of a Stubbs scoop before soaking makes a huge difference. The eating time increases, horses feel fuller and are better hydrated. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗶𝘅 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗕𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝘄𝗹. The same method can be followed with our other medium energy forage pellets - 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀, 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝘀, 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀. If you'd like to discuss ways to reduce calories, or how to feed more economically, our Feed Line are happy to help. Call us on 01728 604 008 or complete our online form (link below) for a free winter Feed Plan. https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp #simplesystem #sainfoinforhorses #superiorfeedsnaturally #economicalfeeding

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄! We are delighted to introduce 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 & 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 as a result of customer feedback. Made from nothing but sainfoin and cold pressed linseed oil, this unique chopped forage provides quality protein, highly digestible fibre and essential omega 3. ✅ Increases forage variety ✅ Encourages chewing & saliva production ✅ Supports gut microbes, aids digestion To learn more, shop online, or find a stockist, visit ⤵ https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/feed/55/Sainfoin--Shine #simplesystem #newhorsefeed #sainfoin #shine

Junior has always been a fussy eater, but not any more! He really enjoys his diet of 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗽 and 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 +, which is fed well dampened down. You may recognise our Simple System customers who feature in this video. Junior and his human, Georgia, have featured on the cover of our summer edition of The Scoop magazine. Speaking of which, our Autumn / Winter edition is currently with the printers and will be landing on your doormats very soon! @bandmastertales #simplesystem #superiorfeedsnaturally #thescoop

Timothy Chop was the star of the show at last night's stockist event, with great feedback about it's superior quality. An ideal chop for good doers, native types, and suitable for those prone to metabolic issues, Timothy Chop is made from nothing but mature cut Timothy grass for naturally low sugars and high fibre. Learn more at www.simplesystem.co.uk #simplesystem #timothychop #grasschop

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? Existing conditions can worsen during coat change. For those with skin related issues, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵 is a convenient, one bag feed, offering soothing support and is suitable for those affected by Mallenders, Sallenders and CPL. 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗵 is available with free direct delivery, or from your local retailer. Learn more or shop online here ⤵ https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/feed/52/MalleMash #mallemash #simplesystem #CPL #mallenders

A quiet moment with an equine friend - the perfect way to begin the weekend. Do keep tagging us in your reels and stories. Whether it be HOYS prep or horsey hugs, we really love seeing them! Thank you to Simple System customer, Jen @thecobchronicles, for tagging us in this wonderful video of Harry. Harry has PSSM so requires a low sugar, low starch diet. They use Simple System grass pellets, making use of 𝗛𝗮𝘆𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 and as a hay replacer if their hay analysis reports higher sugar levels. If you require hay analysis, contact the Feed Line on 01728 604 008 or head to https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/34/Forage-Analysis #simplesystem #customervideo #FeelGoodFriday

We're exhibiting for the trade today and tomorrow at BETA International. Find us in the Feed Hub 🌱 #simplesystem #betainternational2024 #equinenutrition