Forme Equine

18/08/2024

SALE TIME!

A little something to cheer you up after a dreary weekend while we make way for new stock! 🌧️🌧️

💰Coprice Cool Conditioner $30 usually $42 SOLD OUT

💰Vet wrap box of 12 $20 usually $33

While stocks last! Happy shopping!

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04/08/2024

Truck Sheds! 🚛
Horses aren't the only ones who need protection from the elements! We build truck sheds too!

Completely customisable to suit your needs. Add to an existing shed, build stand alone, or include alongside closed bays for a bit of everything!

My personal favourite is open sides with a bit of extra width, so you can pack and unpack for shows without getting soaked, or pinned between a tack locker and a wall! 😎

Keep your pony transporters in tip top shape and build with us!

www.formeequine.co.nz
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04/08/2024

Some horses master the carrot balls almost straight away, Delta is not one of them 😂😂😂

Tucked up warm and cosy ready for another cold night 🥶

19/07/2024

Super excited to now be stocking the incredible Ecohorse products! 🤩

First order is going in this weekend, get in touch if there’s anything specific you’d like! The season is creeping closer 🫣

15/07/2024

✨Transformation Tuesday✨

This lovely lady has had the ultimate glow up.
Not only was she very light when she arrived at her current home, she was feeding a big baby, and growing another. She was lucky to have landed with incredibly caring and dedicated humans, as they absolutely had their work cut out for them!

We put together a feeding plan, made some small management changes, and she has made a complete turn around in matter of months. In the middle of winter, whilst feeding a baby! 👏🏻👏🏻

Proof that dedicated owners and correct nutrition produces happy (and fat) horses! Nothing fancy or complicated, just working towards a calorie excess over a sustained period of time. 🍪🍫

13/07/2024

Oooh I am a sucker for a classic black and white colour scheme. How classy does this one look?! 😮‍💨

Built and finished to the highest quality as per.

Any size, any colour. Design and build, or kitset installs. We can make your dream set up come to fruition. 💥

📧: [email protected]
💻: www.formeequine.co.nz

Feed and supplements. Arena hire. Bit hire. Rehab. Pole shed and stable construction.

08/07/2024

Not only are we in the middle of winter, it’s also ✨abscess szn✨. Faaaaantastic 🙄.

We’ve got you covered with bulk packs of black vet wrap. Take the opportunity to top up the first aid kit at a fraction of the per roll price! At least if your horse has an abcess, it won’t have an ugly green or orange wrap on its foot too 🤷🏻‍♀️

Order online ⬇️ or add to your upcoming feed order!

01/07/2024

If you’ve been wondering whether you need a paddock shelter… this is your sign that you absolutely do!

Lunchtime check today… how many ponies can you spot hiding in their shelters?!

Shelter from the rain and wind ✅
Dry stand of/ feeding area ✅
Shade from the sun ✅
Cheaper than stables ✅
Completely customisable to suit your needs ✅

I cannot rave about these enough. I actually don’t know how I coped without them!

📮[email protected]
☎️0277733201

Feed and supplements. Arena hire. Bit hire. Rehab. Pole shed and stable construction.

30/06/2024

Just some of the very cute faces I’ve had the privilege of providing holiday or rehab care for recently!🥰

If you want 5⭐️ care for your precious critters, you know where to find me! They won’t miss you one bit 😉🦄

14/06/2024

Get a load of this! There’s levels to this game! 😮‍💨

Gorgeous 650m2, 7m high American barn just completed. This bad boy is even better in real life. I could fit SO many ponies in here!😵‍💫

Setting up your commercial, lifestyle, farming, or equine property?

Planning✅
Earthworks ✅
Concrete ✅
Arenas ✅
Yards ✅
Sheds, shelters, stables ✅
Houses✅

Conception- consent -completion, you know where to go!

📞0277733201
💻 [email protected]

www.formeequine.co.nz

12/06/2024

Hello! 👋🏻👋🏻

Dotti and Storm would like to let you know that we have one space for holiday or rehab care in July due to a cancellation. This includes medium or small paddocks with paddock shelters which have been booked out for months! The usual stables, covered yards and outdoor yards are also available.

Completely individualised care eg: stabled at night, out in the day, exercise/rehab, biopulse treatments, vet appointments, and everything in between. Full livery only. Pm to book 🦄

10/06/2024

🚨🚨New Product Alert 🚨🚨

Finally got my hands on the Kelato Animal Health products!

Gastroaid Everyday and Gastroaid Recovery are in stock, but the whole range is available to order on demand!

https://formeequine.co.nz/product/kelato-gastroaid-recovery/

https://formeequine.co.nz/product/kelato-gastroaid-everyday-4-8kg/

Free local delivery Monday-Friday, and click and collect, any day, any time! 😎

08/06/2024

Topped up with Travel Ezy (lucerne x timothy) and
Travel Pro (lucerne). Super handy for travelling, or perfect for those that can’t make it through a 20kg bag beofre it goes yuck.

I feed Fiber Fresh products all year round, but they are particularly great for this time of year when the quality of pasture and dry chaff tends to decline.

🔸Increased nutrient density
🔸Higher in vitamin E
🔸 No dust or mould spores
🔸Perfect for those with asthma, respiratory disease or allergies.

Don’t forget we offer free local delivery and click and collect any time, any day of the week. We want to make getting feed for your horses as easy as possible! 😎 We can also organise 1T on farm deliveries for you.

www.formeequine.co.nz

09/05/2024

🚨🚨New product alert 🚨🚨

Introducing Cen Nutrition Grain Free Vitamin and Mineral Concentrate! Aka CF50!

Everything you need, and nothing you don’t. Perfect for laminitic, ems or overweight critters! My little lady with insulin dysregulation has been trialing this over the last few months, and so far, we are big fans!

Key Features:

🥕Grain free, high fibre, low sugar formulation

🥕Complete multivitamin and mineral profile

🥕Live Prebiotic and Probiotics help support the digestive system and promote immunity

🥕Pellet form to reduce waste and increase palatability

🥕Low calorie index, suitable for overweight horses

🥕Low dose formula, making it cost effective for owners

🥕 Suitable for all horses, but especially formulated for laminitis, ulcer and colic prone horses and those with metabolic disorders.

18/04/2024

We whipped up some more 4x5 outdoor yards over the weekend. These are for the rehab horses to feel some sun on their backs, but also for those hiring the arena with multiple horses to use 😎

Add these to the list of things we can do for you!

09/04/2024

🎺🎺🎺 Calling all hard keepers!

Autumn is the time to transition your hard keepers on to higher calorie forage and hard feed sources, introduce high calorie concentrates or supplements, and increase their feed rate - this includes hay and balage! Don’t forget the fibre!

If your horse is showing signs of dropping condition, it indicates they are in a calorie deficit (burning more than they are eating) and may have been for a while already. In order to maintain their current condition, you must increase calories otherwise they will continue to drop.

So often I see people wait until their horse is to thin before they do something about it. It takes a lot of work (and food!) to increase their condition from this point, especially in the depths of winter when grass quality is poor. Make the most of the last of the mild weather, and look to increase their condtion over the next couple of months.

It is normal for horses to drop some weight over the winter months, but getting ahead now means that hard keepers will drop back to a normal weight, rather than going from thin to thiner. Plus the winter will be easier on your wallet! Win/win 😎

Some of our favourite conditioning feeds below ⬇️

08/04/2024

Happy Monday! ☀️ I think I need a van 🫣

First car load of the day ready to head out✅

V cute staff members reporting for duty (L-R Zilly, Ollie and Digger) ✅

Don’t forget, we offer:

- Free delivery from Raumati - Ohau 🚛

- Click and collect 7 days a week, any time (incl after hours!) 🏠

- Assistance with feeding plans if desired 📑

- A large range of feed and supplements - plus we special order products for our clients 🛒

Order online at www.formeequine.co.nz or get in touch order!

03/04/2024

Introducing… Forme Equine Rehabilitaion Services!

Forme Equine is now offering long, and short term rehabilitation services and holiday care.

This includes:

Box rest:

Each horse has access to indoors stables and out door yards.

Our stables are 5x5m with one smaller pony box which is 4x3.5m. They are fitted with rubber flooring, which ensures that the horses are still on a good surface even if they dig holes or kick up their bedding. Each stable also has window to allow ventilation and help horses who feel a bit claustrophobic in conventional stables feel more comfortable.

Our outdoor yards are designed to be open and safe. They are 4x5, and even my solid 17hh mare has heaps of room to snooze and roll. Having access to these enables the horses get to feel some sun on their backs and soak up some vitamin D. I’ve found this makes a huge difference to their mental states when they are confined for extended periods of time.

Typically, they are inside at night and in inclement weather and outside in the day. This is customised to each horse and their needs and preferences. Our approach to all horse care is completely horse centric - it’s so important to me that horses here feel relaxed and comfortable, and can choose where they’d like to spend majority of their time.

We have the ability to cater to extended stays in cases such as tendon rehab, which often take up to 12 months.

Also suitable for miniatures - we have multiple yards/ stables suitable for minis recovering from laminitis etc.

Daily care and attention:

Every horse here is treated like one of my own. We operate on a small scale, so that each horse receives one and one attention, and we can customise their routines around what they like.

All your horses daily needs will be attended to with the utmost care and attention to detail. This includes any medication, bandage changes, feeding, grooming, mucking out, hand grazing and so on. I am on-site all day, so your horse will never be left unchecked.

I have extensive rehab experience with a range of conditions and horses. Many of my own horses are sensitive and quirky, and I have developed a bit of a knack for keeping them happy and settled. In addition to managing my own horses, I spent a year and a half working alongside the vets. This provided me with a great foundation of knowledge, exposure to a range of conditions, and most importantly an awareness of when things are not tracking as they should be. This ensures a prompt response to any issues that may arise.

Pulse treatments:
We have a Responds Systems Bio Pulse blanket with boot and stifle attachments. The Bio Pulse uses Pulsing Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF). PEMF has been widely researched and used extensively in both human and equine medicine. It has been found to be a useful tool for increasing circulation, promoting healing and reducing pain and inflammation in a range of conditions, from tendon injuries, to navicular and fractures. Your horse will have access to the relevant treatment plan for their condition, if you wish. I have used it for everything from pelvic fractures, to abscesses and wounds, and it is an integral part of the recovery process for my jumpers. I couldn’t be without it!

For more see: https://respondsystems.com/equine/pemf/how-it-works/

Physio, vet and farrier:

We will organise and attend your horses vet, farrier and physio appointments.

Rehab plans:

We will carry out rehab plans as prescribed by your vet or physiotherapist. This includes in-hand work and dynamic or static stretches. We have grass, concrete and arena surfaces available depending on horses needs.

I can bring your horse back into ridden work and help you get them back to competition fitness, however this is to be discussed on a case by case basis.

Our yard is private and sheltered, with minimal hustle and bustle and good visibility to other horses - your horse will never be isolated or left alone. We are located in Rekiorangi, Waikanae. Approx 15 minutes from Vets on Riverbank and just over an hour from Massey University.

Rates and payment schedules are tailored to each horse depending on their requirements, the duration of their stay etc.

Pm if interested 😊

20/03/2024

Stocktake sale! Valid until 31st of March or while stocks last. Please note: sale products are not eligible for free delivery unless they are combined with another order.

Enjoy! There’s some goodies in here! 😎

🍎Hygain Honey B usually $46.90 now $40.00

🍏Prydes Rebuild usually $101, now $92.00

🍎Harvest grains vitalize usually 60.00 now $50

🍏Harvest grains smart chaff usually $51.50 now $45.00

🍏Hygain All rounder usually $42 now $35

🍎Betavet Cool and tite usually $79.90 now $50.00

🍏Provida Flaxseed oil 5L $96.95 now $84.00

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16/03/2024

Our latest stable complex completed😍 I want to move in!

➡️Small two bay shed with cross ties and connecting tack room
➡️4 bay shed with feed room,two stables, and a spare bay for hay/storage, with the potential to convert to a third stable in future.
➡️4 windows.
➡️Concrete path to connect the two buildings, and lime to create that finished look😎

Earthworks, concrete placing, stable fit outs - we take care of it all, from conception to completion💥

Your farm and equine building specialists, get in touch if you’d like your own! 0277733201 ☎️

11/03/2024

Home from a big week in the bay with my orange ponies and straight back into it! So proud of how well the babies coped with the atmosphere (and wind!). Neither of them have ever seen anything like it and developed so much over the week. Princess Delta even picked up a cheeky ribbon!

Orders will head out as normal this week! Thank you for all being so organised and accomodating ❤️

25/02/2024

Hey team! Just a quick note to let you know there will be minimal deliveries next week as I will be away at HOY from 3rd -10th March. If you think you will need feed while I’m away, please let me know and I’ll get you all sorted this week before I go and play ponies! 🤠

Click and collect will be available as usual, but please allow a little bit of extra time for this to be ready for you.

I’ll also be able to bring feed, supplements and shavings to HOY if need be. Get in touch if this would be helpful for you!! 🚚

21/02/2024

FEQ's Horse of the Year Survival Guide 🐎

With Horse of the Year nearly upon us, it is a good time to share tips and tricks for keeping horses happy and healthy when travelling for shows.

Be Prepared 🤓

Ensure your routine health measures are all up to date, and your first aid kit is replenished before heading out to the show

Allow plenty of time to travel to your destination, with adequate rest stops for grazing and water for your horses if needed. Grazing allows fluid and particulate build up in the respiratory tract to drain down and out so periods of time with their heads down is very important to reduce the risk of respiratory illness and irritation during travelling.

If required, create a plan with your veterinarian prior to travel regarding proactive measures against things such as gastric ulceration if relevant to your horse. This type of event is a prime candidate for ulcer development, or irritation.

Hay whilst travelling? 🚛

Having a haynet tied up in front of your horse’s nose will increase the amount of dust particles breathed in which can exacerbate inflammation in the airways.

If you do choose to feed hay whilst you travel, soaking the hay is recommended to remove any dust.

If you are travelling a long distance and the horse is continually eating dry hay, be cautious of the horse becoming dehydrated and at risk of colic. Ensure you have adequate breaks for water, and consider providing soaked hay instead.

Small hole hay nets are recommended while travelling. Smaller mouthfuls reduce the risk of choke.

Prolonged periods of travel without access to forage has been associated with an increased risk of gastric ulceration. If travelling without hay, ensure the horse has had forage before travel, provide adequate stops for grazing and forage feeding, and adequate forage provided on arrival.

Biosecurity 🦠

Always bring your own bedding if you can and ensure your stables (or paddocks) are clean.

Minimise contact with other horses whilst away to reduce the chances of disease transmission.

Use hand sanitiser and keep yourself and your gear clean.

Limit gear or equipment sharing with others

Consider biosecurity measures such as keeping your horse separated when you get home from the show- especially if horses around you were showing signs of coughing or nasal discharge.

Consider taking your horses temperature daily whilst away at the show

Ensure good ventilation in the truck/float whilst travelling

Hoy covered yards are well known for spider bites. Check your yards over for nests/webs prior to putting your horse in there and be sure to take bug spray with you.

Hydration and Nutrition 🍏🍎🥕

It's a long hot week away from home and it's important to recognise that increased work rate, stress and heat all increase hydration and nutritional demands.

Always ensure access to clean fresh water. if your horse doesn’t drink when away at shows, bring water from home (some horses don’t like a change in water source).

Provide a water buffet . If you are struggling to get your horse to drink, adding sweeteners such as apple juice or molasses can help. It's a good idea to try this at home first to get a gauge for your horse's preferences. Some horses also enjoy salty water, and adding sliced apples can also tempt horses to go ‘apple bobbing’ thus encouraging them to drink.

Consider providing multiple forms of hydration - sloppy mashes such as Recovery mash, Beta Beet or McMillan Grain Free can be useful for boosting water intake. If you don't already feed these, introduce them slowly prior to the show to reduce the risk of digestive upset or adverse reactions. Soaking hay is also a great option to boost hydration. Feeding balayage can also provide a fibre source with a higher moisture content than hay.

Ensure you have electrolytes on hand. Providing electrolytes to help replace the loss of salt through sweat is hugely important. However if you think your horse is showing signs of dehydration, contact the show vet straight away, giving a truly dehydrated horse electrolytes can worsen dehydration.

Take the same hay and feed sources with you to show that the horse is already consuming- do not implement dietary changes whilst away, implement them slowly beforehand over a couple of weeks to reduce stress to the gut.

Be aware that your horse will likely need more feed than normal, particularly if they usually live out, their daily intake will be significantly decreased without the ability to graze. Be prepared to feed 2-3 times daily and ensure you have hay/baleage in front of them at all times.

Consider introducing B Vitamins to their diet. B vitamins support appetite, recovery and energy levels. Again, introduce these prior to the show, rather than on show day.

If you need a hand putting together your horses feeding plan for the week, or choosing electrolyte, b vitamin and gut support supplements please don't hesitate to ask! Always happy to help!

Good luck!! 🏆

Pic of my best little girl at the last hoy we had in 2020. She's thriving in retirement now, and the two babies of the team will be flying the flag this year!

16/02/2024

Purepine shavings back in stock just in time for horse of the year! 🦄

Easy to transport and use, cost effective and importantly dust and germ free!

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14/02/2024

Kicking of 2024 with this custom 4 bay, situated in a very high wind zone. She’s a beauty!😍 Love this colour combo!

Looking to build pole sheds, stables, shelters or other farm buildings? Need some concrete placed? You know where to find us! Get in touch ☎️

18/01/2024

Surface has had its annual spruce up ✅
New course✅
Fillers out, including our biggest liverpool ✅
Sprinklers working over time✅

Ready for you to enjoy and crack on with the 24’ season! 🥳

Pm to book your spot! 🐎

17/01/2024

Calling all porky horses and ponies!! I’ve got just the thing for ya!

Introducing Hygain META SAFE®🤩

META SAFE® is a grain free concentrate pellet containing a complete blend of nutrients at a low feeding rate. The most advanced, scientifically formulated Low GI concentrate to support horses on restricted diets or that suffer from metabolic disorders.

Formulated with less than 1.5% starch, low in sugar and the added benefit of BONAFIDE®. The addition of BONAFIDE®, bolsters the vital Vitamin K1 and K2 nutrients horses on restricted grazing lose access too, and protects bone density and strength. Vitamin K1 and K2 effect the function of osteocalcin, the bone protein that binds the mineral and protein in the bone together. Without sufficient access to Vitamin K1 and K2, low density or defective bone and cartilage can be produced.

META SAFE® is ideal for horses and ponies susceptible to obesity or that suffer from EMS, laminitis and cushings.

Pm, or order online at: www.formeequine.co.nz

Free local delivery 🚚

Click and collect any time, any day, 7 days a week!🏪

31/12/2023

Just a quick note to say thank you to everyone who has supported me and my wee business this year! ❤️

It’s been a rough year for me, my animals have well and truly put me through the wringer 😂 but I have met so many of you wonderful people along the way and feel very privileged to play a small role in keeping your equines happy and healthy!

I always wanted FEQ to be more than just a shop, but rather a place to seek unbiased support in all aspects of horse management, and a service to make horse owners lives easier. So a special thank you to those who have come to me with issues and trusted me to help you work your way through.

Hope you all celebrate tonight in whatever way feels right for you. On to bigger and better things next year! 🥂

18/12/2023

Cute pic of my orange kids to get your attention 🤣

🎄🎄🎄CHRISTMAS HOURS 🎄🎄🎄

We are open for pick ups for the entire holiday period! Although please be mindful that things may take a little longer to get here etc, so try to be organised!

Deliveries will still be available most days, except for the stats (unless it’s urgent). These may be at weird times of the day, ie early in the morning or late at night. I love you guys, but not enough to sit in traffic for 4 hours! 😂 So, please try to be as organised as possible and order in bulk/ advance to ensure your precious ponies don’t miss out!

Any questions or special requirements just let me know and I will sort something out for ya! ❤️

06/12/2023

Congratulations Ruth Wallis!!! You have won our Poseidon Equine giveaway! 🥳🥳🥳🥳 we will be in touch!!

Ok, I lied. THIS is my favourite!

Epic Poseidon Equine giveaway valued at over $200!! 🥳

1x Digestive VM 4kg
2x Stress Paste 60ml
1x EquiBind 1kg
1x Bucket opener
1x Cap

We are doing things a little differently for this one. To go into the draw to win you must:

- Like AND follow our page Forme Equine
- Share this post
- Tag some friends
- Bonus points and an extra entry into the draw if you leave us a review!
- Bonus points and an extra entry into the draw if you purchase Poseidon Equine products through us this month!

Ends December 21st!

Good luck!!!! 🍀