If your horse displays excessively nervous, reactive, or spooky behavior, a calming supplement -- when paired with proper management and training -- may offer him the support he needs. When it comes to supplements, SmartPak is excited to introduce SmartCalm® Ultimate Pellets, a new revolutionary calming support formula.
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SmartPak introduces new SmartCalm Ultimate to Smart Supplement Line for horses displaying excessively nervous, reactive, or spooky behavior.
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“Some horses can become extra tense and anxious during certain parts of the year (such as the colder months) or in stressful situations,” said Dr. Lydia Gray, SmartPak’s staff veterinarian - research and medical director. “First work with professionals like your veterinarian and trainer to address health concerns, diet and exercise, and any training issues, then consider adding a calming supplement like SmartCalm Ultimate Pellets to support the horse’s confidence and focus.”
Calming supplements work by providing vitamins and minerals which help bridge the gap with deficiencies in the diet that may interfere with proper nervous system function. Some products in this same category also contain adaptogenic botanicals that help horses maintain composure under stress. SmartCalm Ultimate Pellets provide these two categories of ingredients (nutrients and herbs) to help horses deal with excess anxiety and to support a calm demeanor.
This revolutionary formula goes a step further by including adaptogens like Siberian ginseng, Schisandra chinensis (also known as the “Five-Flavor Fruit”), and Rhodiola rosea (aka “Golden Root”). It also incorporates KSM-66® Ashwagandha, shown by research[1] to help horses cope with stress related to travel, training, and social changes. These adaptogens help keep the body’s systems in balance and in doing so they help to support a variety of functions, including nervous system health and emotional balance.
With the introduction of this supplement, SmartCalm Ultimate Pellets rounds out a complete selection of the SmartCalm line. Like all SmartSupplements, SmartCalm Ultimate Pellets are Guaranteed to Work, and come in a tasty pellet form that is picky eater approved. To learn more about SmartCalm Ultimate Pellets, visit www.SmartPak.com or call 1-800-461-8898 and speak to a Horse Health Expert who can answer questions and help set up the right program for your horse.
About SmartPak
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness. With the success of this simple and convenient feeding system, SmartPak has continued to expand its offering of quality products, including its own line of more than 90 supplement formulas under the SmartSupplements, Leg Up and Smart & Simple brands. The company also offers a wide variety of tack, equipment, and supplies. SmartPak has grown rapidly each year and is one of the largest retailers of equestrian products in the United States. SmartPak’s success has been powered by a passion for delivering an unbeatable customer experience, and the company has been recognized with a Bizrate Circle of Excellence award nine years in a row, as well as receiving an “Elite” rating from STELLAService.
[1]Adaptogenic and Immunomodulatory Activity of Ashwagandha Root Extract: An experimental study in an equine model
Frontiers in Vet. Science. 2020 Sep 29;7:541112.Priyanka G, Kumar BA, Lakshman M, Manvitha V, Kala Kumar B.
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