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$5.95
Royal Canin Recovery ultra soft mousse is a complete and balanced diet to support nutritional restoration and convalescence of cats and dogs.
Recommended for cases of:
- Convalescence
- Re-feeding after anorexia period
- Malnutrition
- Post-surgery and intensive care
- Tube feeding (tubes with diameter > 10Fr)*1
- Feline hepatic lipidosis *1 .
Not recommended in case of:
- Hepatic encephalopathy
- Feline pancreatitis.
*1 In tubes with diameter ≤ 10Fr, mix 1:1 with water.
Benefits:
- High energy density that provides daily energy requirements in a reduced feeding volume.
- Easy tube feeding
- Specific texture that facilitates feeding by syringe and through feeding tubes.
- High protein level to help maintain muscle mass during hospitalisation and convalescence.
- Highly digestible ingredients
Feeding instruction:
Feed Recovery until restoration is achieved.
Administration under veterinary supervision.
It is recommended to divide the daily intake into several small meals.
See attached feeding guides for dog & cat.
Composition: Poultry by-products, chicken meat, hydrolysed pork gelatin, corn starch mixture, powdered cellulose, fish oil, caseinate, minerals, sunflower oil ( refined), psyllium husks and seeds, fructo-oligosaccharides, marigold extract (source of lutein), yeasts and part thereof.
Additives (per kg): Nutritional additives: Vitamin A: 1500 IU, Vitamin D3: 195 IU, Iron: 12 mg, Iodine: 0.6 mg, Copper: 2.5 mg, Manganese: 10.1 mg, Zinc: 37 mg.
PACK SIZE: 195g can
Product Disclaimer:
Royal Canin therapeutic veterinary diets are carefully formulated and strictly recommended to be used only under the advice of your veterinarian. We Vet-N-Pet Direct and Royal Canin strongly recommend you seek advice from your veterinarian prior to and during feeding this product to your pet and that you take your pet to your vet regularly (every six months).
From $127.95
Daily electrolyte replacer for greyhounds.
Beta-Cel is a balanced formulation of electrolytes specifically designed for greyhounds. Beta-Cel contains a range of different salts including chloride, magnesium and calcium in the correct amounts to meet the needs of the working dog. Beta-Cel also contains glucose to aid absorption of salts from the gut plus lactate and citrate salts to help buffer muscle acidosis.
Suitable for:
- Racing/travelling greyhounds
- Working dogs
- Dehydrated dogs
- Brood bitches
Benefits:
- Beta-Cel beats the stress of panting, training, racing & travelling.
- Beta-Cel is designed specifically for greyhounds.
- Many of its competitors are designed for horses or humans.
Why use Beta-Cel?
- Beta-Cel removes the risk of an electrolyte deficiency in the daily diet.
- Beta-Cel beats the stress of training, racing and travel
- Specifically formulated for racing greyhounds
- Beta-Cel assists in buffering muscle acidosis and contains glucose for energy
Analysis:
A 3g scoop of Beta-Cel contains:
- Potassium 524mg
- Sodium 183mg
- Chloride 718mg
- Calcium 130mg
- Magnesium 9.6mg
- Citrate 71mg
- Lactate 578mg
- Sulfate 37.5mg
- Glucose 420mg
SIZES: 1kg; 2kg
$37.95
MfM Turkey & Chicken Super Premium Grain & Gluten Free Kitten Food is hypoallergenic and made in Australia.
This kitten food is made with vegetables and coconut oil that packs a nutritious punch a kitten needs during the important early stages of life.
Chicken & Turkey meat is low GI with fewer kilojoules and less fat than dark meat. It can also help keep insulin levels stable.
Ideal for: Kittens with allergies or sensitivities.
Suitable for: All breeds under 1 year old.
Features:
• Rich in nutrition
• Hypoallergenic
• Gluten free
• Grain free
• Packed with Omega 3,6,& 9
• GMO free
• High in protein
• All natural
From $61.95
EquiShure®-Time-Released Hindgut Balancer for Horses with Subclinical Acidosis. EquiShure® is appropriate for horses suspected of suffering from subclinical acidosis. At-risk horses often express one or more signs that can derail athletic performance as well as reduce growth or reproductive potential. Signs of subclinical acidosis may include:
Decreased feed intake or complete inappetence in severe cases
- Mild to moderate colic signs of unexplained origin
- Poor feed efficiency and subsequent weight loss
- Loss of performance
- Development of stereotypies such as wood chewing, weaving, and stall walking
A diagnosis of subclinical acidosis is often overlooked initially when one or more of the aforementioned signs is noticed. EquiShure, a time-released hindgut buffer, may be beneficial in counteracting the effects of this syndrome.
Causes of Subclinical Acidosis:
Subclinical acidosis is thought to result from over consumption of either high-starch concentrates or pasture grasses rich in fructans. The demands placed on horses-as athletes and as breeding animals-dictate that substantial quantities of energy-rich feeds be consumed.
When large grain meals are fed to horses, it is often impossible for the stomach and small intestine to sufficiently digest and absorb the massive onslaught of starch. Hence, some starch moves into the hindgut without being sufficiently digested. As digestion of easily-fermentable starch progresses in the hindgut, the production of volatile fatty acids (VFA) and lactic acid increases, causing a significant decrease in the pH. When the hindgut endures insults such as this several times a day it teeters on becoming overwhelmed with acid. Additionally, because lactic acid is a stronger acid than the VFA, it can cause serious damage to the intestinal mucosa. In severe cases, lactate may contribute between 50 and 90% of the total acids in the hindgut.
The shift in pH provides an unfavorable environment for some of the many microorganisms that inhabit the hindgut and aid in digestion. In particular, fiber-digesting bacteria such as Ruminococcus albus and Fibrobacter succinogenes are sensitive to precipitous decreases in pH. For optimal performance, these bacteria favor an environment with a pH between 6.5 to 7.0. When pH drops to below 6.0, fiber-digesting bacteria become less efficient and begin to die off.
In contrast to fiber-digesting bacteria, lactate-producing and lactate-utilizing bacteria thrive in an environment with a low pH. Certain microorganisms such as Streptococcus bovis actually shift their metabolism and produce lactic acid rather than VFA when exposed to acidic conditions, serving only to compound the problem.
Changes in the pH of the hindgut due to alterations in the microbial populations and acid profiles cause a condition known as subclinical acidosis.
Signs of Subclinical Acidosis
One of the primary signs of subclinical acidosis is inappetence or decreased appetite. A horse is often reported to be "off his feed."Because the hindgut is overwhelmed with lactic acid when a horse is experiencing acidosis, the intestinal lining becomes inflamed and irritated, causing the horse discomfort. The irritation may be severe enough to induce behavior characteristic of colic. Furthermore and perhaps most detrimental to equine athletes is a reduction of feed efficiency. Long-term exposure of the intestinal lining to a low-pH environment may negatively affect the absorptive capacities of these structures, limiting the amount of energy available for performance.
In addition to these health concerns, a link between subclinical acidosis and sterotypies such as wood chewing, weaving, and stall walking has been suggested by researchers.
Because of the precarious nature of the hindgut of a horse afflicted with subclinical acidosis, it is less able to handle metabolic crises that healthy horses may be able to fend off. Hence, horses with subclinical acidosis are more susceptible to colic and laminitis.
Managing Subclinical Acidosis
Subclinical acidosis is not a novel health risk among domestic animals. Researchers first set out to solve the problem of subclinical acidosis in dairy cattle. Cows afflicted with rumen acidosis frequently exhibit abnormal or erratic eating patterns. More often than not, they eat less and that leads to decreased milk production and reduced profit. Therefore, the need to regulate the pH in the rumen became apparent. Researchers and dairymen successfully accomplished this by adding a buffer such as sodium bicarbonate to the feed.
Feeding Instructions
Use table below to determine recommended daily amount based on horse's grain intake, forage source, and weight. Top-dress EquiShure™ on daily grain ration. For best results divide recommended daily amount equally among grain meals. 1 scoop = 30 g.
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1.25kg = 10-20 days supply
7.2kg = 60-120 days supply
18kg = 150-300 days supply
Vet Gold Total Gold is a unique patented veterinary formulation designed to be a complete supplement to support hooves, bones, joints, soft tissue and coat, in addition to supporting all the essential daily vitamin, mineral and amino acid requirements of a horse.
As a supplement, Total Gold is a convenient powder that binds well in a moistened feed, bran mash, molasses or water.
Total Gold includes all the ingredients of ALL the Vet Gold products: Hoof Gold, Bone Gold, and Coat Gold, and a large range of pharmaceutical grade compounds to provide a comprehensive supplement product.
One product covers all!
Features & Benefits:
- Provides the same results clinically and radiographically as Hoof Gold with incremental hoof wall and sole growth.
- Provides the same clinical results with coat repair in acute and chronic skin cases.
- Provides the same successful clinical and radiographic results as Bone Gold with radiographic evidence of assisting fracture healing times.
- Ultrasound reports shortened tendon healing periods.
- Easy and economical to use compared with a multiple supplement solution.
- Avoids the chemical binding and potential neutralisation that can occur when mixing multiple brands and products.
- Laboratory manufactured (APVMA Certified) with guaranteed quality analysis.
- Not manufactured in a feed warehouse.
- 100% Australian-made and manufactured – NOT imported.
- Made for Australian conditions.
From $34.95
Equivit Restore is a concentrated electrolyte supplement formulated to replace essential minerals lost through sweat during exercise, travel, competition, and hot weather. When horses sweat, they lose important electrolytes including sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Replacing these losses is essential for maintaining hydration, muscle function, recovery, and performance.
The formulation of Restore closely matches the electrolyte profile of horse sweat, helping replenish what is naturally lost during periods of physical exertion and stress. Its concentrated formula delivers more electrolytes per serving than many standard electrolyte supplements, making it a practical choice for horses with increased sweat losses.
Suitable for performance horses, endurance horses, travelling horses, and horses working in hot conditions, Restore can be fed daily or adjusted according to workload and sweat loss.
Key Benefits
- Replaces electrolytes lost through sweat
- Supports hydration and fluid balance
- Helps maintain normal muscle function
- Supports recovery after exercise and competition
- Provides sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, and magnesium
- Suitable for horses in work, competition, travel, and hot weather
- Concentrated formula for effective electrolyte replacement
Suitable For
- Performance and competition horses
- Endurance and eventing horses
- Horses travelling long distances
- Horses working in hot and humid conditions
- Any horse experiencing significant sweat loss
Common Uses
- Daily electrolyte supplementation in feed
- Replacing electrolyte losses following exercise
- Supporting hydration during travel
- Use as part of a saline drench program
- Providing additional potassium for hard-working horses
Feeding Directions
Adjust feeding rates according to workload and sweat loss.
- Light work: 30g (1 scoop)
- Moderate work: 60g (2 scoops)
- Heavy work: 90g (3 scoops)
For best results, administer after exercise, competition, or work. Divide the daily amount between feeds and mix thoroughly into damp feed.
Provide access to a salt block or additional loose salt at all times.
Saline Drench Use
Use 4 scoops (120g) of Restore together with 15g of Equivit Hemabuild as part of a saline drench program when recommended.
Pack Sizes
- 2kg
- 5kg
- 15kg
1 scoop = 30g
$4.95
- Complete and balanced with natural sources of calcium, glucosamine, and chondroitin for all breeds and dogs of all ages.
- With added amino acids for heart health, essential nutrients for muscular development, and essential fatty acids and omegas for skin and coat health.
Ideal for:
- Bone Strength
- Joint Support
- Digestion
- Skin & Muscle
- GI Health
SPD™ Slow Cooked is a functional, single protein diet crafted with care. Select ingredients and a flavourful broth are simmered low and slow, reducing pathogens and locking in essential nutrients, natural aroma and delicious flavour. Each recipe is carefully sealed in a pack that has up to 6 times less impact on the environment than a can. Keep in the pantry for an easy, delicious, complete and balanced meal.
What is a Single Protein Diet?
A Single Protein Diet (SPD™) is a diet that is made from a single source of protein such as salmon, kangaroo or lamb. It is a nutrient-dense diet that helps dogs with food sensitivities or allergies by simplifying their meals and removing allergens.
Why Single Protein Diets? Vets recommend Single Protein Diets as it simplifies the diets of pets and removes allergens, assisting with food-related illnesses and food sensitivities. SPD’s mimic the diet of animals in the wild, an approach which improves taste, nutrition and provides optimal health
Prime100 SPD™ Slow Cooked is totally Australian. 100% made and owned. Fresh ingredients are sourced from Australian farms, primary producers and manufacturers. You Beauty!
INGREDIENTS: Australian Chicken, Brown Rice, Bamboo Fibre, Functional Oils (Flaxseed, Algae), Salt, Vitamins & Minerals, Chicory Root Extract, Trumune® Postbiotics, Algimun®, Taurine, Glucosamine, Chondroitin
FEEDING GUIDE FOR ADULT DOGS: Approximately 190g per 5kg bodyweight of a typical dog. This is a guide only, please visit prime100.com.au or contact your vet for further information. Always have fresh water available.
PACK SIZE: 354g
$5.95
Drink-Up is a scientifically formulated, complex combination of ingredients which work together to increase a horse's willingness to drink.
Water intake is vital for maintaining the health and well-being of all horses. When water intake is less than adequate, horses are at risk of dehydration, particularly if exercising or travelling.
Research has shown that 90% of horses increased water intake with Drink-Up.
We all know the saying "you can lead a horse to water but you can't make them drink" .... but what if you can?
Features:
- Scientifically formulated, highly palatable, complex combination of ingredients.
- Increases horse's acceptance of water and therefore aids in the prevention of dehydration*.
- Flavoured to further encourage horses to drink.
- Contains KER Restore™ to help stimulate thirst*. (*Note: While Drink-Up contains KER Restore it is not a complete electrolyte dose)
- Individual 80g sachet – easy and ready to use.
- Can be used in conjunction with an electrolyte replacer.
- Formulated and produced in Australia.
- Encouraging acceptance of unfamiliar water sources.
- Assisting horses to drink before, during and after travelling.
- Recovering from illness to help stimulate thirst.
- Encouraging working and competing horses to drink to help maintain hydration status.
- Fussy drinkers – at home or away.
- Post-work rehydration or after-work treat.
Drink-Up can be used at home, whilst travelling or during competition.
Empty one 80g sachet of Drink-Up into 5 litres of clean, fresh water and stir to enhance flavour. Offer immediately or wait 30 minutes to further enhance flavour.
Ingredients:
Grain, KER Restore, Molasses, Salt, Natural Flavour, Propionic Acid.
SIZE: Drink-Up comes in an easy, single use 80g sachet
$29.95
Pure Life Australian Chicken Pate is a complete and balanced meal for cats.
Features & Benefits:
- Sustainably sourced from local farmers, right here in Australia.
- 100% Transparent ingredients – Nothing hidden, only real food.
- Delicious natural wellness in a pack.
- Superfood goodness to support a strong immune system and all-round healthy pet.
- No fillers, artificial colours or preservatives
- Grain free & allergy friendly
- 100% Australian made & owned
Pack Size: 80g x 12
$32.95
Active Constituents
Each mL contains:
- Econazole Nitrate 10mg,
- Sulphur (as Sodium Thiosulphate 75mg) 19.4mg,
- Sodium Salicylate 35mg
- Chloroxylenol 5mg.
Packs Size: 250mL
Direction for Use:
Wet coat thoroughly with warm water. Massage into wet hair and lather freely. Rinse and repeat. Allow lather to remain on skin for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse well.
Two or three applications per week for up to 4 weeks may be necessary to treat some skin disorders. May be used daily if required.
If condition is severe, or does not appear to improve suitably after two shampoo applications, consult your veterinarian.
From $34.95
Premium Food Grade Chamomile Flowers (Matricaria recutita L.)
Chamomile has been used for centuries most commonly as a tea, to aid an upset stomach or to help calm, soothe, and sleep. Chamomile has many properties and helps various conditions ranging from skin and nervous system problems to acting as an antispasmodic and a digestive aid.
GRADE: Premium Food Grade
From $19.95
If your puppy is less than one year old, it will thrive on Vet's All Natural Complete Mix for Puppies.
Puppies need more protein and more base nutrients and vitamins to sustain their rapid growth rate. To achieve this the Puppy formula includes more yeast, calcium, kelp, barley grass, lecithin and vitamin C.
Puppies reach maturity at different ages. Generally smaller dogs mature faster and therefore change to Adult variety sooner.
Complete Mix is a carefully balanced fully natural preservative free 'muesli' to mix with fresh meat. It makes the perfect balanced diet which canines and felines have thrived on for millions of years. A truly natural balanced diet consists of vegetable matter, raw muscle meat, organs and raw bones. Complete Mix represents the vegetable matter portion of your dog or cat's healthy diet. It mimics the gut content of a prey animal, just like being in the wild.
The fundamental principle behind Vets All Natural is the principle of raw food. It is explained by one of the most simple and common-sense statements:
"Dogs and cats can't cook ! "
Dogs and cats are not designed or equipped to properly digest and absorb cooked food, as we humans are. They have been evolving on this planet for 40 million years (more than 2000 times the entire history of human evolution) eating fresh food. Their mouths, teeth, stomach, intestines, organs and enzymes, are all evolved to masticate, process, digest and absorb raw food (not cooked food).
There is a growing stockpile of scientific evidence that links the long term consumption of cooked commercial pet foods, to the development of a vast array of common illnesses and degenerative diseases, including cancer. Skin disease and dermatitis, allergies, teeth and gum disease, arthritis, renal failure, ear infections, obesity, reproductive failure, and anal gland blockage can all be linked to improper nutrition, and can all lead to poorer quality of life for both pet and owner.
Vets All Natural Complete Mix is manufactured in strict accordance with the principles of raw food. Ingredients are air dried at, or below, body temperature, to prevent any thermal damage to proteins, vitamins and enzymes. When mixed with the appropriate ration of raw meat (directions on
packaging), it forms a fully balanced, 100% preservative and additive free, completely natural raw food diet for dogs and cats.
The mix is designed to be reconstituted by soaking in an equal volume of water for 24 hours. This step is important, not only for palatability and digestibility, but also to allow germination (activation) of the starch in the grains, increasing their digestibility, nutritional value, and bioavailability.
One kg of complete mix will combine to feed an average sized dog for 10 days, and a cat for up to 3 weeks.
SIZES: 1kg;
5kg;
15kg
Pee Pod Usage:
- 1 Pee Pod has a 2-3 day life span!
- Pee Pod 7 Pack life span 21-28 days depending on Loo use.
- One size fits all – Works with all sizes of the Pet Loo Pet Toilet
A single pack of Pee-Pods consists of:
- 7 Pods
- 1 Tub of Wee Sponge
- 1 Scoop
VALUE BUNDLES: 3 x Packs; 4 x Packs
From $56.95
Nexgard is a tasty beef-flavoured chew that kills fleas, controls mites AND kills ticks, including deadly paralysis ticks for a full month. Protecting your dog from these dangerous parasites is now as simple as giving your dog one chew, once a month.
Fleas and ticks are a nuisance to our dogs. Fleas and mites can cause skin irritation, while ticks can result in severe illness and even death.
There's now a simple solution to flea, mite and tick protection for dogs. A monthly treat your dog will love,
- Nexgard won't wash off when your dog goes swimming or is bathed.
- Nexgard doesn't just kill fleas, it also kills deadly ticks which is important for people who live in paralysis tick areas or travel with their dogs to high-risk tick locations.
- Nexgard can be given to puppies from 8 weeks of age and >2kgs in weight, with or without food.
- Nexgard rapidly kills fleas and kills paralysis ticks for a full month
- Nexgard treats and controls demodectic mange, sarcoptic mange and ear mite infestations.
- Nexgard's simple monthly dosing ensures an easy-to-remember treatment regimen which helps you remember to administer it.
- Nexgard is a tasty beef-flavoured chew (not a tablet) and can be given with or without food.
- There is no concern using Nexgard for dogs in shared dog/cat households
- Robust Australian Study Data supports label claims.
- Nexgard is approved for use in breeding, pregnant and lactating females.
Can Nexgard be given to cats?
Nexgard is registered for use in dogs only.
SIZE: Small dogs. 2kg - 4kg
PACK SIZE: 3 pack; 6 pack
APVMA Approval Number: 67942/114986
With NexGard Spectra, your dog will receive the most complete parasite protection that's available, in just one chew, once a month. No need for sprays or spot-ons, tablets or flea & tick collars - just one tasty chew that makes parasite protection so easy.
You can give NexGard Spectra from just 8 weeks of age, so make sure to pick up the pack with the correct weight range, this product is perfect for dogs between 15.1-30kg. NexGard Spectra is not affected by bathing, swimming, or shampoo which makes it the best way to protect your dog all year round.
NexGard Spectra contains Afoxolaner and Milbemycin Oxime.
Afoxolaner is used to treat and control flea and tick infestation in dogs and Milbemycin Oxime broad spectrum antiparasitic that prevents and treats internal parasites.
Flea Prevention
NexGard Spectra kills fleas on dogs fast, helping keep your dog healthy and your home flea-free. Fleas irritate your dog and can cause skin problems and even transmit disease.
It is best to prevent fleas from the start, however, if your dog does acquire them, monthly give your dog NexGard Spectra as a flea treatment for dogs and stop them from infesting your home.
Tick Prevention
With just one chew, NexGard Spectra helps protect your dog from bush ticks and brown ticks that causes paralysis tick.
Paralysis tick causes the most concern since dogs can die from the effects of toxin it injects.
Avoid life-threatening concerns with NexGard Spectra that acts as a tick repellent.
Heartworm Prevention
NexGard Spectra protects your dog from the effects of heartworm when given monthly. (A heartworm test may be required prior the start of Nexgard Spectra use. Ask your vet for more information)
Heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes that can be found in every mainland state of Australia. And if left untreated on dogs, it can be fatal, so it's important to protect against this disease.
Intestinal Worm Prevention
NexGard Spectra protects your dog from common roundworm, hookworm and whipworm species.
Effective flea repellent with Nexgard Spectra prevents flea tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum) infestation in dogs. (If you live in a rural area, you may also need to protect against hydatid tapeworm.) Ask your vet about deworming requirements in your area.
Mite Prevention
Nexgard Spectra treats and controls demodectic mange (also called 'demodex' or 'red mange') that are red, itchy skin infection caused by demodex canis
Demodex canis are parasitic mites, shaped like a cigar with eight legs, that live in the hair follicles of dogs.
Nexgard Spectra is a tasty beef-flavoured chew that dogs love - you've told us so! At the end of a 3 month Australian field study, 100% of owners reported that Nexgard Spectra was well received by their dog.
Nexgard Spectra is easy to give - with or without food, whichever is most convenient for you.
Nexgard is approved for use in breeding, pregnant and lactating females.
Available in convenient 3-month and 6-month protection packs.
This size treats dogs from 15.1 - 30kg body weight.
APVMA Approval Number: 81012/114917
Note: For reasons beyond our control, we regret we are unable to ship this product to Japan, New Zealand and Canada.
$51.95
Zylkene is a natural calming supplement for dogs and cats facing short-term challenging situations.
Key benefits:
- Most recommended calming supplement by vets
- Clinically proven calming qualities of natural origin
- Works inside and outside the home so pets feel calmer wherever they are
- No side effects like drowsiness or sleepiness
- Easy to administer and proven palatability
How does it work?
Zylkene contains a natural milk protein called casein that has been clinically proven to promote the relaxation of new-borns after breastfeeding. Casein delivers ‘calming messages’ to the brain via the body’s natural ‘messenger’ system (scientifically known as Neurotransmitters) helping calm a new-born. Zylkene uses this same protein to naturally help calm your cat or dog.
Easy to give .
Simply feed the dog the the palatable chew.
When to give Zylkene?
Give Zylkene 1-2 days before a predicted stressful event or change in environment. These short-term triggers may include firework displays, thunderstorms, being home alone, travel or boarding, moving to a new house, a trip to the groomer or vet.
Zylkene calming supplements are an ideal choice to help support your cat or dog in challenging situations.
Dosage:
Dogs 15-30kg 1 chew/day
Dogs 30-60kg 2 chews/day
Pack Size: 14 chews
Available as powder filled capsules for cats & small dogs. See separate entry.
$49.95
Equitec Osmo-Plex is an Electrolyte Replacement. It increases water intake and
is a hydration maintenance formula.
Osmo-Plex has been formulated to help maintain osmotic balance in horses.
Osmotic balance assists to establish and maintain adequate retention of fluids in the intestines, cells and muscle tissue and in turn helps to avoid dehydration.
When specific osmotic nutraceuticals and minerals with high bioavailability are added to the diet the need for electrolytes is considerably reduced. This dietary approach is a natural means of maintaining hydration.
Note:
When a horse is badly dehydrated full rehydration can take from 72 hours to 96 hours. The duration of treatment for rehydration of the horse is relevant to the extent of dehydration in each case.
Research Details:
A group study conducted over 14 days with 20 horses showed an increase of between 25% and 30% daily water intake. These horses were previously drinking about 35 litres a day.
Another observation over 14 days with 2 horses that had previously been drinking 60 litres or more a day showed that their water intake reduced by approximately 20%.
Osmotic imbalance may be a precursor to dehydration and possibly tying up. We have observed horses that previously required saline drenching between races due to dehydration. Since they have been supplemented with OSMOPLEX they have not needed to be
drenched. Blood analyses have shown their electrolyte balance to be normal.
Many trainers rely on the pinch test to determine dehydration. This is not a method that can be regarded as being entirely accurate. Previous scientific studies as well as our own research have revealed that the slow return of skin fold is only evident when a horse is about 6% dehydrated.
Numerous case studies have shown that 2% dehydration is enough to reduce a horse's race performance.
The following are approximate guidelines for pinch testing of the skin:
1. Skin folds which remain creased after being pinched are usually in excess of 6% dehydration and require urgent treatment.
2. Skin folds which return back to normal slowly are an indication of approximately 4% to 5% dehydration.
3. Skin folds which return to normal instantly may be an indication of 1 to 3% dehydration.
The use of the pinch test or more accurately the pinch guess is a clear indication that there is a grey area of approximately 3 % when using this method to assess dehydration.
When we equate this to race performance 2% dehydration represents the loss of approximately 2 to 3 lengths over a distance of 1600 metres. The only accurate means of assessing hydration in a horse is through blood analysis and interpretation performed by a
reputable scientific laboratory.
SIZE:
5kg
With Nexgard Spectra, your dog will receive the most complete parasite protection that's available, in just one chew. No need for sprays or spot-ons, tablets or flea & tick collars - just one tasty chew that makes parasite protection so easy.
You can give Nexgard Spectra from just 8 weeks of age, so whether you've picked up your first puppy, taken in a rescue dog, added a senior dog to your home or are looking to simplify the protection you already provide for your dog, there's a Nexgard Spectra for you.
The range of Nexgard Spectra suits dogs from 2 kg to 60 kg. As your dog grows, make sure to pick up the pack with the correct weight range and remember, the best way to protect all year round is to give your dog a tasty Nexgard Spectra treat every month.
Protect from fleas:
- Nexgard Spectra kills fleas fast, helping you keep your dog healthy and your home flea-free
- Fleas are more than just a nuisance. They are irritating for your dog, they can cause skin problems and even transmit disease
- It's best to prevent fleas from the start, however if your dog does acquire them, regular use of Nexgard Spectra kills fleas fast and prevents them from infesting your home.
- With one chew, Nexgard Spectra helps protect your dog from deadly Paralysis ticks, Bush ticks and Brown Dog ticks for a full month
- The Paralysis tick causes the most concern as without protection, dogs can die from the effects of the toxin it injects
- In large numbers, Brown Dog ticks can also harm dogs with life-threatening anaemia and by transmitting other dangerous parasites such as Babesia
- Nexgard Spectra, given monthly, protects your dog from the effects of heartworm (A heartworm test may be required prior to starting Nexgard Spectra. Ask your vet for more information)
- Heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes that can be found in every mainland state of Australia
- You may not realise your dog has been infected until damage has been done, and if left untreated it can be fatal, so it's important to protect against this disease
- Nexgard Spectra protects your dog from common roundworm, hookworm and whipworm species.
- Effective flea control with Nexgard Spectra prevents flea tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum) infestation in dogs. (If you live in a rural area, you may also need to protect against hydatid tapeworm.) Ask your vet about deworming requirements in your area.
- Dogs may be able to cope with the effects of a few parasitic worms, but in high numbers they can rob your dog of important nutrients and cause their health to suffer
- Protecting against worms helps keep your dog healthy
- Nexgard Spectra treats and controls demodectic mange caused by Demodex spp., sarcoptic mange caused by Sarcoptes scabiei and ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infestations.
Nexgard Spectra delivers the most complete protection from fleas, ticks, mites, heartworm and intestinal worms available, in one monthly chew.
Nexgard Spectra is a tasty beef-flavoured chew that dogs love - you've told us so! At the end of a 3 month Australian field study, 100% of owners reported that Nexgard Spectra was well received by their dog.
Nexgard Spectra is easy to give - with or without food, whichever is most convenient for you.
Nexgard Spectra is not affected by bathing, swimming or shampooing - unlike some sprays.
Nexgard is approved for use in breeding, pregnant and lactating females.
Available in convenient 3-month and 6-month protection packs.
This size treats dogs from 2kg - 3.5kg bodyweight
APVMA Approval Number: 81008/114923
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