HP Intestovet

HP Intestovet

HP Intestovet by Health & Performance is a complementary feed for horses, developed to support digestive health, a balanced intestinal microbiome, and normal manure consistency. It combines prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotic components in a palatable pellet that can easily be added to the daily feeding program.

A healthy intestinal microbiome is essential for proper digestion. Particularly in the cecum and large intestine, microorganisms play an important role in breaking down dietary fiber and producing nutrients that provide energy for the horse.

Changes in feed, stress, transportation, and competition can affect the balance of intestinal microorganisms. HP Intestovet provides nutritional support during these periods and can also be used as a daily supplement to help maintain normal digestive function.

The formula contains ingredients such as chicory root, inactivated yeast, and live cultures of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, supplemented with B vitamins and vitamin K3.

Properties and benefits

HP Intestovet combines three complementary approaches to supporting the intestinal environment.

• Prebiotics: chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable dietary fiber that can serve as a nutrient source for certain beneficial intestinal microorganisms.
• Probiotics: live cultures of Saccharomyces cerevisiae help support a balanced intestinal environment and can contribute to efficient fiber digestion.
• Postbiotic components: inactivated yeast provides beneficial yeast-derived components that support the intestinal environment without containing live microorganisms.
• Normal manure consistency: developed to support normal digestive function and help maintain consistent manure quality.
• Added vitamins: contains several B vitamins and vitamin K3, which contribute to normal metabolic processes.
• Palatable pellets: easy to mix with the daily feed or offer directly by hand.

By combining these ingredients, HP Intestovet provides comprehensive nutritional support for the digestive system and helps maintain a healthy intestinal environment.

When to use HP Intestovet?

HP Intestovet is particularly useful when a horse’s digestive system may benefit from additional nutritional support, for example:

• During changes in feed or transitions to a different type of forage.
• During transportation, competitions, or other stressful situations.
• For horses with variable manure consistency or a sensitive digestive system.
• For horses undergoing changes in their training schedule or housing environment.
• As part of a daily feeding program to support a balanced intestinal microbiome.

HP Intestovet can be administered temporarily during periods of increased digestive sensitivity or used daily for ongoing nutritional support.

A consistent feeding routine and adequate high-quality forage remain essential for digestive health. Feed changes should always be introduced gradually.

If a horse experiences persistent digestive problems, recurrent fecal water, or abnormal manure consistency, a veterinary examination may be necessary to identify underlying causes.

Composition

Alfalfa meal, cornmeal, inactivated yeast, chicory root powder, and fenugreek.

Added vitamins include vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and vitamin K3.

The product also contains live yeast cultures of Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a zootechnical feed additive to support intestinal flora.

The combination of chicory root, yeast-derived components, and live yeast cultures provides the prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic support described by the manufacturer.

Directions for use and dosage

HP Intestovet is administered orally each day. The pellets can be mixed with the horse’s regular feed or offered directly by hand.

According to the manufacturer’s feeding recommendations, the following daily amounts are advised:

• Adult horses: 50 g daily.
• Ponies: 25 g daily.
• Foals from 6 months of age: 25 g daily.

HP Intestovet can be used daily or during specific periods, such as a change in diet, transportation, or an intensive competition schedule. The duration of supplementation can be adjusted according to the horse’s individual needs.

For optimal digestive health, ensure that the horse receives sufficient high-quality forage and an appropriately balanced diet. Avoid excessive amounts of starch and sugar from concentrate feeds, and introduce dietary changes gradually.

Packaging and duration of use

HP Intestovet is supplied in a 3 kg package.

The duration of use depends on the daily dosage:

• 50 g daily (adult horse): approximately 60 days.
• 25 g daily (pony or foal from 6 months): approximately 120 days.

Store the product tightly closed in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and observe the expiration date printed on the packaging.

Advice from the equine veterinarian

A healthy intestinal microbiome is essential for proper digestion and the overall health of the horse. Particularly in the large intestine, microorganisms play a major role in breaking down dietary fiber and making nutrients available to the body.

I consider HP Intestovet an interesting addition to the feeding program because it combines prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotic components. These ingredients support the intestinal environment in complementary ways. The combination of live yeast cultures and nutrients that support intestinal microorganisms is particularly valuable.

I especially recommend HP Intestovet for horses that are sensitive to dietary changes, such as transitions to different forage, during competition season, or in stressful periods. It can also be useful for horses with variable manure consistency that may benefit from additional support for their intestinal microbiome.

The product can be administered temporarily or over a longer period. As with any digestive supplement, sufficient high-quality forage remains the foundation of a healthy digestive system. A consistent feeding schedule and gradual feed transitions are equally important.

My recommendation is to use HP Intestovet daily during periods when the digestive system may benefit from additional support. For horses that respond well to the supplement, it can also be a valuable part of their regular feeding program.