Claytons Animal Feeds

12/11/2025

11/11/2025

NATURAL MEADOW COBS: SOAKING TIMES ⏰
Due to natural variations in our current supply of Natural Meadow Cobs, some are taking much longer to soak than normal and appear darker in colour.

We therefore recommend soaking morning rations overnight, and evening rations in the morning, to ensure the cobs are thoroughly soaked.

For horses and ponies with especially limited chewing capacity, it may also be worth physically checking that all cobs are fully soaked and soft.

We’re very sorry for this inconvenience and are working hard with our suppliers, in Bavaria, to ensure that subsequent batches will soak in our previously prescribed time of an hour or less.

We will let you know as soon as we’re confident that this soaking issue has been resolved.

07/11/2025

Unfortunately due to staff sickness we will be closed tomorrow (Saturday 8th) Sorry all. Open as normal Monday!

04/11/2025

💡 Spotlight Tuesday 💡

Allen & Page Horse Feeds Muscle & Focus is a versatile, low-starch horse feed designed to support muscle development and mental composure—ideal for horses needing controlled energy without the fizz.

💪 Key Benefits
• Supports muscle development and recovery:• Contains high-quality protein and antioxidants (vitamins C & E)
• Ideal for horses changing disciplines or starting ridden work
• Promotes calm, focused energy:• Only 12.5% combined sugar and starch, helping reduce excitable behavior
• Suitable for horses prone to gastric ulcers or sensitive to high-starch diets
• Gut health support:• Includes Maerl (marine algae), apple pectin, prebiotics, and probiotics to maintain healthy stomach pH and digestion
• Free from common allergens:• No alfalfa, soya, molasses, or whole cereal grains—great for horses with intolerances

🧪 Nutritional Profile

Nutrient Value
Digestible Energy 10.5 MJ/kg
Starch + Sugar 12.5% total
Protein High quality
Form Quick-soak mash (ready in 10 mins)
🐴 Ideal For

• Horses in light to moderate work, including hacking, schooling, or competition
• Thoroughbreds in retraining or horses starting their ridden careers
• Equines needing stamina and focus without excess energy
• Horses with poor teeth or needing extra hydration thanks to its mash form.
🌿 Added Herbs mint, nettle, dandelion, and fenugreek—known for their digestive and calming properties.

04/11/2025

💡 Spotlight Tuesday 💡

Dengie Horse Feeds Healthy Hooves Molasses Free is a complete, low-calorie fibre feed designed to support hoof health and suit horses prone to laminitis. It’s free from added sugar and cereal grains, making it one of the safest options for sensitive equines.
🌿 Key Benefits

• Low sugar and starch: Contains no added sugar (2.5%) and very low starch (1.5%), ideal for laminitis-prone horses.
• High fibre content: Made from soft cereal straw and nutrient-rich alfalfa, supporting digestive health and slow-release energy.
• Hoof support:• Includes 15mg of biotin per day (for a 500kg horse), a level shown to improve hoof growth and hardness.
• Enriched with MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane), a bioavailable sulphur source essential for bonding keratin fibres in hooves.
• Chelated trace minerals: Organic forms of selenium, copper, and zinc for better absorption and overall condition.
• Palatability: Contains garlic and pellets to tempt fussy eaters.
📦 Nutritional Profile

Nutrient Value
Digestible Energy 8.5 MJ/kg
Sugar 2.5%
Starch 1.5%
Biotin (per 500kg horse) 15mg/day

04/11/2025

💡Spotlight Tuesday💡
Hage & Mollichaff Calmer is a complete fibre-based horse feed designed to support nervous or excitable horses and ponies. It combines calming herbs with essential nutrients to promote relaxation and digestive health.
🌿 Key Benefits
• Calming support: Contains camomile, lemon balm, and mint, known for their soothing properties.
• Nervous system nutrition: Includes elevated levels of magnesium, plus vitamins B1, B12, and E, which help maintain a healthy nervous system and improve focus.
• Low sugar and starch: Suitable for horses prone to laminitis or those that maintain weight easily.
• Digestive health: High in fibre from straw, grass, and fibre pellets, promoting a natural diet and gut function.
🐴 Composition
• Ingredients: Straw, dried grass, fibre pellets, molasses, soya oil, limestone, herbs, and a broad-spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement HorseHage & ....
• Nutritional profile:• Energy: 9.8 MJ/kg
• Protein: 7.5–8.5%
• Fibre: 25%
• Oil: 5.7%
• Starch: 2.8%
• Sugar: 7–8%

30/10/2025

𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻/𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ✅ We’ve got a product to suit every horse ⬇

Our most popular conditioning feeds:
✨ 𝗡𝗢.𝟰 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗲𝘀 (13.5MJ/kg)
Fast acting and fully balanced; you should see a difference in your horse’s condition as little as two weeks (when fed at the recommended level).

✨ 𝗡𝗢.𝟮𝟭 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 & 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹 (13 MJ/kg)
This blend has been accredited by BETA – suitable for equines prone to gastric ulcers. Contains bespoke In-Feed Formula, from Protexin; natural antacids, buffer excess stomach acid, and ingredients to soothe and protect the gut lining.

✨ 𝗡𝗢.𝟮𝟰 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 & 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗲𝘀 (12.5MJ/kg)
These cubes supply elevated levels of slow release energy, for condition or performance, from a low starch, high fibre formula.

✨ 𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗠 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗛 (11MJ/kg)
High fibre mash, designed to provide non-heating energy to maintain condition, whilst helping encourage a calm temperament.

(MJ/kg = megajoules per kilogram – the higher the number, the higher the calorie)

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28/10/2025

Thanks for sending us these pictures of your rabbits Bleustone Menagerie . They look happy, healthy animals!

Tyler, from Bleustone Managerie, explained why he feeds Small Holder Feed rabbit feeds:
“I feed Small Holder Feed Rabbit Breeder Grower to my breeding rabbits because it’s a high-energy, nutritionally balanced pellet that supports healthy growth and fertility. With ingredients like linseed grass meal and more, it promotes excellent condition from weaning through to adulthood—naturally and reliably.

For my rabbits in general, I feed Premium Rabbit Mix, because it’s made from high-quality cereals and peas, providing a balanced diet with all the essential vitamins and minerals they need. It’s a wholesome, natural mix that supports their health and vitality while keeping me confident in what’s going into their bowls.

I also feed Natural Rabbit Pellets to my rabbits because they’re made from wholesome ingredients like mint, grass meal, linseed, and oat fibre—perfect for supporting digestive health and overall wellbeing. It’s a high-fibre, low-starch formula that keeps my rabbits in great condition.” – Bleustone Managerie

28/10/2025

Thanks for sending us the lovely image of your guinea pig Bleustone Menagerie We love to see how happy and healthy our customer’s animals look on our high-quality feeds.

Tyler explained that he feeds his guinea pigs Small Holder Feed Guinea Pig Mix because it has a good quality mix with added dried carrot flakes.

28/10/2025

Spot like Tuesday

TopSpec Linseed Mash is a conditioning, high-fibre mash designed to support weight gain, coat health, and hydration—especially useful for older horses, poor doers, or those needing a low-starch diet.

🐴 Key Benefits

• Rich in linseed and oatbran: Provides high levels of oil, protein, and superfibres to support condition and digestion.
• Low starch (11%): More sympathetic to the digestive system than traditional high-starch feeds.
• Quick soaking: Ready in just 5 minutes with warm or cold water—ideal for horses with dental issues.
• Highly palatable: Includes flaked maize and peas for a mix-like appearance and appealing texture.
• Supports coat health: High in Omega-3 fatty acids and muco-polysaccharides for shine and skin condition.
• Hydration support: Excellent for horses needing extra water intake, especially in winter or after travel/work.
• Versatile use: Can be fed as a carrier for supplements, balancers, or medication.

Contact Ceri Gronow

28/10/2025

SPILLERS Senior Super-Mash is a fast-soaking, high-fibre feed designed to support condition, digestion, and immune health in older horses and ponies—especially those with poor teeth or prone to laminitis.

🐴 Key Benefits

• Fast soaking: Ready in 2 minutes with warm or cold water—ideal for horses with dental issues.
• High digestible fibre (20%): Promotes gut health and helps maintain weight.
• Low sugar (2.5%) and starch (8%): Suitable for horses prone to laminitis or metabolic issues.
• Whole cereal and molasses free: Reduces unnecessary sugars and allergens.
• Live yeast, FOS & MOS: Supports digestive function and nutrient absorption.
• Quality protein (12%): Helps maintain muscle tone and topline.
• Apple aroma: Enhances palatability for fussy eaters.
• Complete vitamin and mineral profile: Includes vitamins E & C for immune support.

🧪 Nutritional Analysis (per kg)

Nutrient Amount
Digestible Energy 11 MJ/kg
Oil 4.5%
Protein 12%
Fibre 20%
Starch 8%
Sugar 2.5%
Vitamin A 10,000 IU/kg
Vitamin D3 1,500 IU/kg
Vitamin E 300 IU/kg
Vitamin C 300 mg/kg
Zinc 120 mg/kg
Copper 30 mg/kg
Selenium 0.3 mg/kg

28/10/2025

Spot light Tuesday

Baileys Horse Feeds Natural Meadow Cobs are high-fibre, low-sugar forage alternatives made from meadow grasses, wildflowers, and herbs—ideal for horses needing a nutritious, chewable feed.

What They Are
• Compressed forage cobs made from up to 60 species of naturally occurring grasses, wildflowers, and herbs.
• Harvested from perennial meadows in the Bavarian Pre-Alps, then chopped, dried, and pressed into chunky cobs.
• High-temperature drying preserves nutrients and aroma, using renewable biomass energy.

🐴 Key Benefits

• High fibre (30%), low sugar and starch—great for gut health and weight management.
• Low calorie (DE = 6MJ/kg)—suitable for good-doers and those on restricted diets.
• Tempting aroma and texture when soaked—ideal for fussy eaters or those with poor dentition.
• Versatile use: can be fed dry (with caution), soaked, or mixed with other feeds.

🥄 Feeding Uses

• As a forage replacement for hay, haylage, or grass.
• As a bulker with a balancer or alongside bucket feeds.
• For hydration support—soaking increases water intake.
• Suitable for:• Stabled horses during winter
• Poor grazers or chewers
• Performance horses needing fibre variety

Contact Laura Harries - Baileys Horse Feeds Wales & West