Equi Nutri Care Feeding Horses As Nature Intended
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Equi Nutri Care Feeding Horses As Nature Intended

Independent nutritional advice for sport horses, breeding horses, leisure horses and horses with health issues

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Pure, scientifically based advice, with no sales interests

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Algemeen voedingsadvies voor paarden, verbetering van prestaties en gezondheid

General Nutrition Advice

This advice is intended for horses without a specific nutritional issue — from leisure horses to older horses and easy keepers. The daily ration is tailored to your horse’s individual needs, with attention to a good balance between forage, supplementary feed and management. Practical, achievable recommendations help improve the feeding and management system where needed. We look not only at what your horse eats, but also at its living environment and daily circumstances. This results in a balanced, sustainable feeding plan that supports your horse’s welfare and body condition while remaining practical to implement.

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vertrouw op ons veterinair voedingsadvies voor paarden voor optimale gezondheid en welzijn.

Clinical Nutrition Advice

This advice is intended for horses with specific health problems, such as colic, gastric ulcers, muscle problems or metabolic disorders. The ration and feeding management are tailored to the diagnosis, clinical signs and individual needs of the horse. We assess which nutritional factors may contribute to the problem and where nutrition can support recovery, veterinary treatment or ongoing management. Clinical nutrition advice is provided, where appropriate, alongside veterinary guidance and treatment. This results in a practical, evidence-based feeding plan that fits within the horse’s overall care.

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Performance-focused Nutritional Advice

This advice is intended for horses whose nutrition needs to match the demands of their workload, training phase and discipline. We tailor energy provision, the amino acid profile, recovery support and the overall ration to the individual horse, the volume and intensity of training, and the type of work performed. We also take the specific discipline into account — such as dressage, show jumping, eventing or endurance — as well as the way the horse produces and uses energy during exercise. This creates a feeding strategy that supports the horse during exercise, muscle development and post-exercise recovery, without providing more than is actually needed.

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Targeted feeding

Are you looking for an equine nutritionist without sales pitches or commercial interests? Welcome to Equi Nutri Care!

My name is Mira, a UK-trained and qualified equine nutritionist and the driving force behind Equi Nutri Care. I work from one core belief: The horse is central, not the sale

Since 2016, I have been supporting horse owners, trainers and breeders in formulating and optimising rations, with attention to health, body condition and performance where these can be influenced by nutrition.

Targeted feeding means that every component of the ration has a purpose and is tailored to what the individual horse actually needs.

Not more because it sounds good, and not less because it has to fit within a particular feeding philosophy.

That is why we look at the horse, the forage, the housing, the workload, the health status and the goal. From there, we determine what is needed - and what is not.

Nutrition that does no more and no less than what it needs to do.

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Qualified

My knowledge is based on specialised training in equine nutrition and welfare, including UK Level 3 Equine Nutrition, further professional development at Level 5, and Equine Welfare and Management through UC Davis. I also continue to deepen my knowledge through international practical training weeks, workshops, clinics and conferences with renowned veterinary and nutritional experts from the UK and abroad.

Independent

Equi Nutri Care is not affiliated with any horse feed manufacturers or brands. This allows us to assess freely which feeds and products genuinely suit the individual horse, without commercial pressure or any obligation to recommend from our own product range. The horse’s welfare and individual needs always come first. This results in objective, evidence-based nutrition advice, free from commercial interests.

Scientific

Research into equine metabolism, nutritional requirements and health is constantly evolving. The composition and effects of feeds and nutrients, as well as the impact of changing conditions such as climate and the environment, are also receiving increasing attention. Equi Nutri Care bases its nutrition advice on current scientific knowledge, available research evidence and established best practices.

Open-minded

Equi Nutri Care assumes that every horse owner and carer acts to the best of their ability, based on their own knowledge, experience and circumstances. Not everyone has access to the same resources, and not everyone makes the same choices. We believe that every horse deserves the best possible feeding management within the circumstances available. That is why we work together with the owner or carer to find an approach that is practical, appropriate and evidence-based.

Why Choose Us

Does your horse have vague symptoms, recurring colic, or perform below expectations?

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You are not alone. When symptoms are vague or recurring, nutrition and management may play a role - sometimes as part of the problem, and sometimes as an important part of support and recovery.

Take this Friesian gelding, for example. For unknown reasons, he was separated from his mother at just six weeks of age and, as a yearling, suffered a severe liver fluke infection. As a result, his young body had a great deal to cope with during an important stage of growth.

After treatment and recovery, his ration was reassessed at 20 months of age. Not to “treat” the condition he had experienced through nutrition, but to ensure that his diet supported his recovery and continued development as effectively as possible. His medical history, age, body condition and nutritional requirements were all taken into account.

He has since grown into an impressive Friesian, standing 168 cm at the withers.

That is what targeted feeding means to me: using nutrition where it can genuinely make a difference, without attributing more to it than it can deliver.

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What others say

Equi Nutri Care was recommended to me because my mare was underperforming. I was initially a bit skeptical about the holistic approach. I feared that some vague, ‘airy-fairy’ type would come. But my worries proved unfounded. During the consultation, everything was explained in detail, and it was clear that the recommendations were based on solid science and knowledge. My horse is quite nervous but felt at ease and stayed relaxed during the examination. I found that quite remarkable. The report afterwards was detailed and clearly written with good recommendations, taking into account what I was already doing and what could be improved. Overall, it was a learning experience that gave me some valuable insights.
Frank
FrankNot alternative
Finally, someone who doesn’t try to sell something, but truly looks at what MY horses NEED.
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Dressage stable
After Max’s colic attack last year, I was very worried about his recovery. Fortunately, I got in touch with Equi Nutri Care through word of mouth. From the first consultation, I felt reassured by Mira’s expertise and dedication. I received a detailed recovery plan and an individual diet tailored to Max and what was feasible for me. Thanks to the careful guidance, Max has fully recovered and is in better condition. I really appreciated the personal approach and the scientifically based method because I never felt my horse was an experiment. I am extremely grateful and would definitely recommend the services of Equi Nutri Care.
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Lisa
I had some doubts but I am incredibly happy that I purchased the Platinum subscription after all. My horse had been struggling with stomach issues for a while, and thanks to the tailor-made feeding plan the nutrition advisor created for us, he has noticeably fewer complaints. The monthly visits provided excellent follow-up, and the collaboration with our vet ensured a holistic approach, which truly made a difference. The feeding management they recommend has proven to be practical and effective, and I see a clear improvement in my horse. I would definitely recommend this service to anyone who wants the best for their horse. The personal attention and involvement are definitely worth the money.
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Laura and G.
I want to thank you for what you have meant to my horses. Thanks to your nutritional advice, my horse is now building muscle mass systematically and very consistently. I’m quite a health nerd when it comes to my horses. I’ve studied a lot too, but you were able to debunk some myths and provide valuable additions.
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Nele and Retto
You may not be a veterinarian, but you know a lot about nutrition-related diseases. I already get a lot of explanations from my vet, but I still have many questions that you then answer in detail. Awesome!
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EviI can always ask questions
I’m so happy I chose a subscription for my horse Luna. The extensive analysis and the tailor-made feeding plan have truly made a difference. Luna looks healthier, has more energy, and her coat shines more than before. What I especially appreciate are the regular check-ups and the personal attention Luna receives. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing she’s getting the best care. I would recommend you to every horse lover!
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SofieRecommended
Thanks to the feeding plan from Equi Nutri Care, my horse is back in top condition. The difference is huge!
Anja
AnjaWhat a difference!
Since I switched to the nutrition subscription, my horse has been healthier and happier than ever. I greatly appreciate the regular updates and expert guidance.
Peter and Starlight
Peter and StarlightA healthy horse
Dear Mira, thank you 🙏 for the wonderful day! I enjoyed all the knowledge you shared, and even though the topic can be “tough,” I didn’t lose focus for a second. You tailor it to the person, using understandable language. You deliver it all with love and enthusiasm. When it comes to the horses themselves, you are ready with your expertise, but you also truly “check in” and are genuinely present with the animal. While my horse doesn’t like “strangers” touching her, she was relaxing by your side in no time. You give feedback to the owner clearly but lovingly 🤗🥰 So here’s to making many horses happy.
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Katja and CleverThank you for the wonderful day
My horse has dapples!
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Anneke
My mare was eating poorly and looked dull. Thanks to the tailored nutritional advice, she is thriving again!
Sandra
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