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SENIOR - NO. 15 Non-Heating - Highly Digestible - Palatable Senior is a premium mix formulated to meet
the increased nutritional requirements of older horses and ponies. It is fully balanced
with quality protein, digestible fibre sources and yeast culture for aged horses in work
or those in retirement. Quality Protein Alfalfa and
full fat soya provide quality protein, including the amino acids lysine and methionine, to
help maintain muscle structure and function, aid tissue repair and promote good hoof
growth. Vitamins and Minerals A full profile of vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins and chelated minerals (bioplexes), for improved absorption to promote excellent hoof quality, coat condition and appetite. Yeast Culture Proven to benefit gut function and increase the efficiency of fibre digestion by enhancing the performance of hind gut bacteria, thus increasing forage digestibility and utilisation. Oil Pure soya oil is easily
digestible and increases the calorie content of the diet in a non-heating form. I N G R E D I E N T S Concentrate Pellets (containing Vitamins,
Minerals and Yeast Culture), Micronised Barley, Micronised Wheat, Micronised Maize,
Alfalfa Pellets, Molasses, Micronised Peas, Soya Oil, Spearmint, Garlic Some older horses and ponies may develop other ailments such as laminitis, Cushing's disease, liver or kidney problems and are likely to require special diets. If you have any queries regarding the feeding of your older horse or pony please contact us.
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ECONOMY CUBES & MIX - NO. 15 Economy Cubes and Economy Mix are excellent high fibre, low energy, non-heating feeds. They are formulated for leisure horses and ponies at rest or in light work and are suitable for all those that maintain condition and live in or out. They are highly versatile and can be used as the sole concentrate feed or as a base ration to which other feeds can be added depending on specific requirements. Economy Cubes and Economy Mix are fully balanced with low energy and protein levels and high fibre, with the vitamins and minerals required by the mature horse or pony resting or in light work
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All-Rounder - NO. 9 With Oats - Fully Balanced - Palatable All Rounder is a palatable mix with oats
formulated for horses and ponies in work. The increased workload is reflected by the
enhanced levels of energy, protein, vitamins and minerals to supply the correct balance of
nutrients for performance. All-Rounder is based on a combination of micronised barley and
bruised oats, for a little bit of extra sparkle but without the fizz. The inclusion of
garlic and spearmint creates extra interest as some horses, when in harder work, can go
off their feed. All-Rounder is an ideal medium energy feed, bridging the gap between oat free rations and high energy performance feeds. I N G R E D I E N T S Concentrate Pellets (containing Vitamin Mineral Premix), Micronised Barley, Bruised Oats, Micronised Maize, Micronised Peas, Molasses, Soya Oil, Garlic, Spearmint. |
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POLO MIX - NO. 12 With Oats - Palatable - Fully Balanced Polo Mix is formulated for polo ponies in medium to hard work. It is suitable for low goal ponies that require a little extra sparkle and medium or high goal ponies playing regularly through the season. The blend of traditional grains provides easily digestible energy and encourages rapid recovery from hard work. The balance of energy, protein, vitamins and minerals meets the demands of a working polo pony and no additional supplementation should be necessary. The inclusion of garlic and spearmint creates extra interest as some horses, when in harder work, can go off their feed. I N G R E D I E N T S Concentrate Pellets (containing Vitamin Mineral Premix), Micronised Barley, Bruised Oats, Micronised Maize, Micronised Peas, Soya Oil, Garlic, Spearmint. |
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PERFORMANCE MIX - NO. 6 With Oats - High Energy - Fully Balanced Performance Mix is an oat based, high energy feed formulated with the correct balance of nutrients for optimum performance. It is suitable for horses in hard work and at peak fitness. The blend of oats and micronised grains provide high levels of easily digestible energy, derived mainly from soluble carbohydrates which can be readily absorbed into the bloodstream and taken up by the muscles for work. Muscle function is also benefited by the inclusion of optimum levels of essential amino acids including lysine, methionine and tryptophan. Performance Mix is a low
fibre feed which is ideal for the performance horse where reduced bulk is desirable. |
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LO-CAL - NO. 14 Low Calorie - Nutrient Dense - Balancer Lo-Cal is formulated to balance forage or 'top dress' hard feed. It contains a concentrated supply of quality protein, vitamins and minerals without significant carbohydrate levels and is ideal for overweight horses and ponies, those prone to laminitis and horses on box rest that require very little concentrate feed. Feeding Lo-Cal will provide the nutrients required for a balanced diet without overloading the system with energy. Lo-Cal contains yeast culture for improved fibre digestion and gut function and the inclusion of chelated minerals increases absorption and utilisation of the nutrients. The comprehensive balance of nutrients
includes lysine, biotin, methionine and zinc and promotes a healthy coat and strong
hooves, maintains condition, improves muscle tone and promotes general overall well-being.
Excellent results have been seen with horses on box rest when muscle tone and definition
is often lost due to the lack of exercise and a reduction in hard feed. The yeast culture is also very relevant for
the performance horse as it will help maintain gut function which can be affected if the
horse is stressed, working hard and travelling frequently |
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BUCKEYE GRO'N WIN Low Calorie - Nutrient Dense - Broodmares and Youngstock Gro'n Win is a nutrient dense pellet
formulated by Buckeye Equine Nutrition in America to meet the increased nutritional
requirements of pregnant and lactating mares, foals and youngstock. Buckeye have been
studying the importance of major minerals, vitamins and trace elements in the development
of foals and youngstock for many years. Gro'n Win contains vitamins and
minerals that are essential to counteract deficiencies commonly found in forages and
cereal grains. It is ideal for mares and youngstock that maintain weight and condition on
forage alone. The protein quality is excellent with soya providing essential amino acids
including lysine, methionine and tryptophan which are important for muscle development and
muscle function. |
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STUD MIX - NO. 7 Premium Quality - Fully Balanced - Palatable Stud Mix is a fully balanced and palatable
mix formulated for pregnant and lactating broodmares, foals and youngstock. The blend of
traditional cereal grains combined with Buckeye Gro'n Win provides a premium quality stud
feed, particularly in terms of protein quality and mineral density that are vital for
optimum growth and development. |
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STUD CUBES - NO. 3 Fully Balanced - Non-Heating - Conditioning Stud Cubes are formulated to meet the increased
nutritional requirements of pregnant and lactating broodmares and to support the growth of
youngstock up to two years old. They are based on Baileys Cooked Cereal Meal and are free
from conventional cereal grains, making them very digestible and non-heating. They
are excellent at maintaining condition and 'top line' and so are particularly suitable for
mares and youngstock prone to weight loss. if the mare or youngster is carrying too much
bodyweight, Stud Cubes can be replaced with Gro'n Win, thus maintaining the correct
micro-nutrient levels but at the same time reducing calorie intake. Replace every 3 lbs.
of Stud Cubes with 1 lb. of Gro'n Win |
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BUCKEYE FOAL-AIDE Trace Mineral and Vitamin Supplementation - Convenient to use A vitamin and trace mineral drench or paste for
suckling foals. It is particularly beneficial for supplementing the trace mineral levels
when a mare is producing a large volume of milk of low quality. |
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BUCKEYE FOAL STARTER Milk Based - Highly Digestible - Palatable Foal Starter is a palatable, milk based creep feed
formulated for foals up to 3 months of age. It is especially beneficial if the mare is not
milking well, to top up the nutrient levels lacking in the milk supply. |
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YEARLING CUBES Grain Free - Fully Balanced - Conditioning Yearling Cubes are formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of Thoroughbred yearlings being prepared for the sales and racing at two years of age. The balance of energy, protein, vitamins and minerals are designed to help support the rapid growth rate of yearlings and those that are in work. Yearling Cubes are free from traditional grains and are non-heating, helping to avoid feed related temperament problems and over exuberant behaviour, particularly during breaking and early training. Based on Baileys Cooked. Cereal Meal, Yearling Cubes will put on and maintain condition for backward youngstock or those being prepared for the sales. Also see Buckeye Equine Energy for sales preparation.
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RACEHORSE MIX - NO. 10 High Energy - High Oil - Fully Balanced Racehorse Mix is a palatable, high energy mix
formulated for use as the sole concentrate ration for horses in training and at peak
fitness. The blend of best bruised oats, micronised grains, Buckeye Equine Energy and
concentrate pellets provides the correct balance of nutrients to meet the demands of the
horse in intense work. The concentrate pellet is a key ingredient, combining top quality
protein sources with vitamin and mineral levels that are essential for efficient muscle
function. |
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OAT BALANCER MIX High Energy - Concentrated - Versatile Oat Balancer Mix is a palatable, molassed, high
energy mix formulated to be fed with oats to horses in hard work. It was developed in
conjunction with Buckeye Equine Nutrition in America who have been studying the importance
of major minerals, vitamins and trace elements in the performance horse. When fed as part of a balanced diet, Oat
Balancer Mix creates the optimum nutritional environment for the horse in hard
work and counteracts deficiencies found in a traditional cereal and forage diet.
For 2 year olds in training feed an
additional 0.55 lbs. (0.25kg) of Oat Balancer Mix per day. |
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RACE HORSE CUBES - NO. 11 High Energy - Highly Digestible - Fully Balanced Racehorse Cubes are formulated for
use as the sole concentrate ration for horses in hard work and at peak fitness. They
contain a blend of highly digestible ingredients, allowing for ease of absorption and
utilisation of the nutrients to provide a feed that meets the nutritional demands of the
horse in training. Feed Baileys Racehorse Cubes
as the sole concentrate source and feed according to the intensity of the work and horses'
bodyweight and condition. |
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NATIONAL HUNT MIX - NO. 16 Fully Balanced - With Oats - Contains Yeast Culture A quality mix formulated to suit the feeding practices
and training methods used for National Hunt and Point-to-Point horses.
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BUCKEYE EQUINE ENERGY SUPPLEMENTARY FEED Energy Dense - For Improving Stamina and Endurance Equine Energy is a palatable blend of
vegetable oils, micronised grains, vitamins and minerals formulated to maximise
performance by delaying the onset of fatigue. Extensive research has demonstrated that the
inclusion of fats and oils in the diet creates a 'glycogen sparing' effect. Fat stores are
utilised at low intensity work sparing the glycogen stores, the main energy source for
muscle function, for when the work intensity increases. The proportion of the various
fatty acids (including Omega 3 fatty acids) and their ratios to each other is now known to
be important in the performance of the fat supplement, rather than just the total amount
of oil or fat present in the diet. Equine Energy is a
non-heating energy source that will help maintain condition. It is ideal for excitable
horses that drop condition easily, competition and performance horses that require energy
for work but can get over exuberant on traditional cereal diets and for any individuals
who would benefit from improved stamina. |
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SHOW ' N WIN SUPPLEMENTARY FEED Non-Heating - To Improve skin, coat and overall appearance Show'n Win is a palatable blend of
vegetable oils, with complementary vitamins and minerals, formulated to be fed in addition
to a balanced concentrate feed. The inclusion of spearmint increases palatability and adds
interest to the diet. |
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PERFORM ' N WIN An advanced formula premium electrolyte from Buckeye Nutrition It is important to replace water and body salts
(sweat) lost during work in hot and humid weather conditions. Prolonged exercise can
result in dehydration, decreased performance, fatigue, heat stress, gastro-intestinal
dysfunction, muscle cramping or tying up and even death. Maintaining fluid and electrolyte
balance is vital for optimum performance and research has shown that fluid and body salt
losses change according to the duration and stress of work. Perform'n Win
is formulated to be administered to those principles i.e. period and intensity of work.
The formulation of Perform'n Win is based on over three years of
research, using more than 300 performance horses, at the internationally respected
University of Guelph Equine Research Centre. The most dramatic finding was that the period
of time prior to the onset of fatigue increased by an incredible 22.7% in horses given Perform
'n Win before exercise. Perform'n Win is given according to a
formula which is based on the hours of work by a healthy performance horse. |
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GARLIC Garlic is an ancient herbal remedy that has traditionally been used
as a natural antibiotic, as an aid to digestion and to provide relief for some respiratory
problems. It is also an effective insect repellent. Available in 1kg and 5kg tubs. VITAMIN MINERAL SUPPLEMENT A top quality, high specification,
broad-spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement for working horses. When used at the
recommended rates this supplement, which contains optimum levels of essential nutrients,
will help to counteract the deficiencies commonly found in traditional cereal diets. Available in a 3kg tub. Limestone Flour is a natural
and convenient source of the important mineral calcium. Calcium plays several roles in
equine health and fitness, but is primarily associated with the development and
maintenance of bone, hoof and hair tissue. Available in a 3kg tub. HARVEST SALT BLOCKS Salt and mineral blocks for the free choice
feeding of salt, fortified with essential minerals including high levels of copper and
selenium to complement the concentrate feed. Formulated by Buckeye Nutrition, USA to help
meet the horse's mineral requirements, especially broodmares and youngstock. |
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| FEEDING THE WORKING HORSE The conformation of the horse is fundamental to its ability
to perform. Nutrients supplied by the diet provide the building blocks from which the
horse's structure is developed. Amino acids are the sub-units of protein which form
tissues. Certain amino acids have to be supplied in the diet as the horse can not
synthesise them himself. As the horse is worked he will gradually lay down new tissue
which from the outside is seen as muscle tone and definition. As the horse gets fitter he
becomes stronger and his capability to perform should be improved. Stamina can be improved by including fats and
oils in the diet. The horse can be conditioned to utilise fat stores rather than glycogen
stores when working at low intensities. If the glycogen stores are spared for longer the
onset of fatigue will be delayed. This helps to reduce recovery times and is particularly
beneficial for horses competing or working hard on successive days. Buckeye Equine
Energy is a palatable blend of vegetable fats and oils with added vitamins and
other essential nutrients for optimum utilisation to provide a non-heating form of
concentrated energy. |
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The beginning ... Baileys Horse Feeds started in 1982 with the
launch of Baileys No.1 Cooked Cereal Meal. This unique product pioneered the 'non heating'
rations commonly available today. Since then Baileys has become a leading horse feed
manufacturer in the UK, with nationwide distribution as well as an increasing demand from
Europe, the Middle East and the Far East. Baileys international links are further
enhanced by the established association with Buckeye Feed Mills
This relationship has developed over the years to offer the consumer feeds manufactured using the latest American research. Buckeye have been studying the importance of major minerals, vitamins and trace elements in the development of foals and youngstock and the performance horse for many years and they continue to implement improvements in formulations as and when results from research have proven effective. |
Quality ... Compound feed is formulated to complement the
horse's daily forage intake, as forage alone is not sufficient to meet all horses'
nutritional requirements. Continued investment in the mill means that we can manufacture products that continue to meet our strict quality requirements and provide optimum levels of nutrition for your horse. |
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Knowledge
& understanding ... Baileys
is well known for its direct involvement in the horse world as owner, breeder and sponsor
within a variety of equestrian disciplines. The staff are also actively involved with
horses; many of them have BHS qualifications and own and compete their own horses. They
too know what it's like to have to call the vet out in the middle of the night, break the
ice on frozen water buckets and ride in all weathers. |
| Baileys keep abreast of current research, considering the horse's digestive function and the best way to supply the daily nutrients to provide digestible, balanced, premium quality, cost effective diets. Baileys is a forward-thinking company committed to helping to achieve optimum health of the horse. |
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Personal service ... Baileys dedicated team of nutritionists and advisors understand other horse owners' problems and are on-hand to offer a prompt, helpful and friendly service. Baileys have a Complete Range of quality feeds for all requirements from the family pony to a string of racehorses. All Baileys horse feed products are tested for prohibited substances as defined by the FEI and The Jockey Club of Great Britain. |
| RULES
OF FEEDING Feed little and often The horse is a herbivore and has a digestive system designed to function most efficiently when supplied with a fairly continuous supply of food. The horse's stomach capacity is limited and so only requires small amounts of feed at a time. Feeding too much quickly overloads the stomach and can result in digestive upsets such as colic. Feed a balanced diet It is important to identify the individual requirements of each horse or pony and provide them with a balanced diet to meet their needs. Feed at regular intervals Try to feed your horse or pony at regular intervals so that the digestive system is not empty for long periods of time. The flow of nutrients from the digestive system to the rest of the body will be consistent and will help avoid fluctuations that could disrupt normal metabolism. Use a good quality feed Forage should have a low dust content to reduce the risk of respiratory disease. Using poor quality concentrate feed can result in poor performance and is uneconomical as more feed is required to provide the horse with sufficient nutrients. |
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making sudden changes to the diet The horse's digestive system contains different species of micro-organisms which are responsible for aiding the digestion of certain feeds. If the diet is changed suddenly the organisms needed to digest the new feed are not present in sufficient numbers to do so. Feed can then pass through the system undigested and can cause digestive upsets such as colic. it is therefore important to introduce new feed slowly over a period of 7 to 10 days. Forage is essential Fibre is essential for maintaining normal gut function and promoting efficient utilisation of concentrates. The concentrate ration should complement the forage available to the horse. Allow time after feeding before working a horse When a horse is exercised its lungs will expand to take in more oxygen. If the stomach is full of feed it will cause resistance against the pressure of the expanding lungs. This results in reduced lung capacity and premature emptying of the stomach, allowing partially digested food to move through the system. This can again result in digestive upsets such as colic. Look after your feed Store your feed in a clean, dry container to keep it fresh and to avoid contamination from pests. This will ensure your feed lasts longer and is appetising to your horse. Keep buckets and mangers clean All uneaten food should be removed and disposed of. Old feed that is left around the edge of buckets and mangers quickly becomes stale and will smell, discouraging the horse from eating. |
| ESTIMATION OF FEED
REQUIREMENTS These quantities are a basic guide and should be adjusted to suit the individual. All horses should be fed according to bodyweight, not height, and will require approximately 2% of their bodyweight as feed per day in order to maintain condition (this includes concentrates and forage). Ideally, forage should be fed to appetite to promote healthy gut function. To estimate the bodyweight, measure the girth around the horse's barrel (just behind the withers and in the girth groove) when the horse is relaxed and as he breathes out - see right. |
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