Description
Why a stomach buffer matters for horses
A horse’s stomach produces acid continuously, whether or not there is anything in it to digest. Saliva from chewing is the natural buffer, so the long stretches without forage that come with stabling, floating and competition are exactly when acid levels sit highest. Vetpro Acid Protect is designed for those gaps.
One 20g dose buffers stomach acid for around six hours, and can be repeated. Because the timing is predictable, you can line a dose up with the part of the day that actually needs covering rather than feeding something every day regardless.
Key benefits
- Around six hours of buffering per dose
A measured 20g serve, so you can time it to a workout, a float trip or an empty-stomach stretch. - Repeatable when the day is long
A second dose extends cover for longer events, travel days or overnight gaps. - Supports gastric comfort in work
Useful for horses in training, where the stomach is under the most pressure. - Simple to feed
Powder that goes straight into a feed, with no syringing or special handling. - Three pack sizes
1kg, 2.5kg and 6kg, so a single horse or a full yard is covered.
How to feed
Feed 20g per dose, mixed into a normal feed. A dose buffers for approximately six hours and can be repeated where a longer stretch needs covering.
Time the dose to the gap you want covered rather than feeding it at a fixed hour. Before a workout, before loading onto the float, or last thing at night when there will be no forage until morning are the moments it earns its place.
When to use it
- Before fast work, training sessions or competition
- Before and during travel, when the stomach is usually empty
- Overnight or any stretch without access to hay or pasture
- Around changes in routine, yard or feeding pattern
Storage and care
Keep the container sealed in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight, and use a clean dry scoop so the powder does not draw moisture. Feed the pack size that suits your throughput, so an opened container is used within a sensible period.
Frequently asked questions
How much do I feed?
20g per dose, which buffers for around six hours. The dose can be repeated if a longer period needs covering.
When is the best time to give it?
Shortly before the stretch you want covered, such as before work, before travel, or before an overnight period without forage.
Can I give more than one dose a day?
Yes. Each 20g dose covers approximately six hours and doses can be repeated across a long day.
Which pack size should I buy?
The 1kg pack suits an occasional dose for one horse, 2.5kg suits regular use, and 6kg suits several horses or a busy competition season.
Does it replace veterinary advice?
No. If your horse is showing signs of discomfort, poor appetite, weight loss or a drop in performance, talk to your veterinarian so the cause can be properly assessed.
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