{"product_id":"thunderbrook-hay-flakes-20kg","title":"Thunderbrook Hay Flakes 20kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eThunderbrook Hay Flakes are a high-quality forage alternative, rich in natural fibre to promote healthy digestion and well-being. Designed especially for senior horses and those with dental challenges, these flakes soften quickly, making them easy to chew and digest. Unlike many soaked feeds, they require only 5 minutes in cold water – no need for warm water or long waiting times!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eHorses are natural foragers, which means forage is the foundation of every horse’s diet, playing a crucial role in maintaining digestive health, overall well-being, and natural behaviour. As natural grazing animals, horses are designed to consume small, fibre-rich feed throughout the day. Their unique digestive system depends on a steady intake of roughage to support gut motility, regulate stomach acid, and maintain a balanced microbiome in the hindgut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhy is this important?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e Horses produce stomach acid continuously, even when they’re not eating. If they go too long without forage, this acid can build up, increasing the risk of gastric ulcers, discomfort, and stress-related behaviours such as crib-biting or weaving. Additionally, the microbes in a horse’s hindgut rely on fermentable fibre to function properly. A lack of quality fibre can lead to an imbalance in gut flora, which may result in colic, weight loss, and digestive disturbances like loose manure or bloating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559685\":720}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThunderbrook Hay Flakes offer an ideal solution for maintaining optimal digestive health while ensuring horses receive the fibre they need. Made from over 60 different meadow grasses and herbs form the pre alpines, these flakes are naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, and essential long fibres that promote slow chewing, saliva production, and a healthy gut environment. They are free from alfalfa, molasses, and artificial additives, making them an excellent choice for horses with metabolic concerns or dietary sensitivities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eEnsuring highest quality and fast soaking times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike traditional hay, which can sometimes be dusty, of poor quality or difficult to chew, Thunderbrook Hay Flakes are soft, easy to eat, and completely dust- and mould-free. The gentle warm-air drying process preserves vital nutrients while ensuring a dust- and mould-free high quality product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIdeal as a complete forage replacement or as a supplement to enhance existing hay rations, one of the most remarkable features of Thunderbrook Hay Flakes is their exceptionally short soaking time. Unlike many other forage alternatives that require warm water and long soaking periods, these flakes are ready in just 5 minutes with cold water. This makes them an incredibly convenient option for busy horse owners, ensuring that horses receive a fresh, easily digestible meal without the hassle of long preparation times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhether used as a complete hay replacement, an additional fibre source, or a practical way to extend feeding times, Thunderbrook Hay Flakes provide a nutrient-rich, easy-to-digest, and highly palatable solution for horses of all ages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Meadow grasses and herbs (hot air-dried, pelletised).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalytical Constituents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Protein 8.0%, Crude fat 3.1%, Crude Fibre 29.0%, Crude Ash 7.1%, Sugar, 9.7%, Starch, 0.8%, Calcium 0.5%, Phosphorus 0.2%, Sodium 0.02%, Fructan 6.7%,  ME 6.80MJ\/kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe analysed values are of native origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe analysed sugar value is also of wholly native origin. No added artificial sugars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW251407498 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251407498 BCX8\"\u003ePair with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW251407498 BCX8\"\u003eThunderbrook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251407498 BCX8\"\u003e Daily Essentials or another \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251407498 BCX8\"\u003eappropriate balancer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251407498 BCX8\"\u003e to ensure your horse receives a complete daily supply of vitamins and minerals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW251407498 BCX8\" data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a complete forage replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1.5 kg per 100 kg of target body weight per day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo supplement existing forage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 kg replaces 1 kg of hay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBodyweight 300 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a complete forage replacement: 3-6 kg\u003cbr\u003eAs a partial forage replacement: 1-3 kg\u003cbr\u003eTo supplement existing forage: 0.3-1 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBodyweight 600 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a complete forage replacement: 6-12 kg\u003cbr\u003eAs a partial forage replacement: 2-6 kg\u003cbr\u003eTo supplement existing forage: 0.6-2 kg\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThunderbrook Hay Flakes must be soaked before feeding. 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