HAVENS GASTRO+ 20KG
Advanced Gastric Support & Gentle Energy for Sensitive Horses
Brand: HAVENS (Netherlands)
HAVENS GASTRO+ is a premium, stomach-friendly concentrate feed formulated to support horses with sensitive digestive systems or prone to gastric ulcers. Designed with a unique blend of acid buffers, fibres, and slow-releasing energy sources, Gastro+ promotes a healthy digestive tract while delivering all essential nutrients for performance and vitality.
Key Benefits:
🛡️ Protects & Soothes the Stomach
Gastro+ contains a special buffering cocktail of sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, magnesium, and probiotics that work together to help stabilize stomach acidity and support regeneration of the stomach lining.
🌿 High in Fibre, Low in Starch
With a high alfalfa content (15%) and reduced grain levels, Gastro+ is naturally high in fibre and low in starch, making it gentle on the stomach and ideal for horses requiring a sensitive diet.
💧 Promotes Chewing & Saliva Production
The coarse texture and high fibre levels encourage thorough chewing and increased saliva flow, helping to naturally buffer gastric acid.
💪 Balanced Nutrition with Slow Energy Release
Fortified with essential amino acids, vitamins (including Vitamin C), and trace elements, Gastro+ supports immune function, muscle development, and overall health. Added oils deliver a balanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio for calm, sustained energy and coat shine.
🌾 Flexible Feeding Option
Gastro+ is a complete feed on its own, but it can also be combined with other concentrates after an initial 8–12 week period. For added texture and variety, many horse owners mix it with HAVENS MIX, or prefer the muesli-style Performance 14 or Endurance 14, both of which contain approx. 30% Gastro+.
Best For:
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Horses with gastric sensitivity or ulcers
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Performance horses requiring a low-starch diet
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Horses prone to stress, digestive upset, or poor appetite
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Horses in training, competition, or recovery
Feeding Guidelines:
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Maintenance/basic sport: 0.2 – 0.5 kg per 100 kg bodyweight/day
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Performance/top sport: 0.5 – 0.75 kg per 100 kg bodyweight/day
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Divide into 2–3 meals/day
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Always provide fresh water and at least 1.5% of bodyweight in forage