Equitack and Animal Feeds

28/11/2025

'Tis the season... Please take not of our festive season closing dates and times.

26/11/2025

Thank you to all the customers who donated.
Remember that our discount on food for donations has no end, so keep it coming! Even the smallest donation means a full tummy for a hungry pet.

A huge thank you to Equitack and all their amazing customers for your generous food donations to our donation box! 🐶🐱 Your kindness helps us fill hungry tummies and bring comfort to the many animals in our care 🐾💚 We are so grateful for your continued support 🐕🐈

26/11/2025

Great advice from Epol

In feed terms we speak of a 'premix'. What is a premix exactly.
It is a mix of vital vitamins and minerals that is put together by specialized animal scientists and put into commercial feed to balance and provide what each specie requires.

The relationship that we have with our premix company is critical as they keep abreast with advancing science and these requirements.

Each specie has a specific need and often while other specie feed is safe for a horse to eat the vitamin and mineral balances are not correct for a horse and can negatively affect the well being of your horse.

Minerals come in different forms, inorganic, chelated, hydroxy or organic and this affects the absorption and availability to the horse. Obviously there is a cost to this but we at Epol ensure that the most important minerals for your horse are in the best absorbed form.

Some of the critical requirements for horses are:
➡ Calcium to Phosphorous ratio needs to be 2:1. Critical to maintain bone health and to reduce the risk of weak, fragile bones and developmental issues with young stock.
➡ Addition of correct levels of Vitamin K to assist with good bone health in young stock.
➡ Zinc and selenium levels need to be balanced. Excessive zinc can negatively affect the absorption of selenium. These two trace elements work together in the body's antioxidant systems.
➡ Supply of the correct levels of Vitamin E are essential for horses with low pasture intake and horses need Vitamin E to protect cells from damage caused by oxidative stress.
➡ Correct Biotin levels assist with maintaining good hoof health.
➡ Added Vitamin B's are essential for competition horses and horses exposed to stress. While the hindgut produces the body's own Vitamin B's, we all know in times of stress and hard work the gut can be compromised and under produce these vitamins.

The list can go on forever....
With the way we keep horses they cannot always get the vitamins and minerals from their hay and pasture.

That is why it is important to know what your feed company puts into their diets.

Contact us to find out more what is in our premix.

21/11/2025

Christmas is coming!
Give a great gift and support our local wildlife rescue by purchasing a CROW Calendar.
Available in 3 different formats, right here at Equitack.

21/11/2025

Animal charities are at an all time low.
Do your bit to help our animals in need. Buy purchasing any food, dewormer or tick & flea treatment for donation, and receive 8% off.

18/11/2025

Equitack had a special visit from neighboring Blackwood Nursery's newest team member. Golden retriever puppy Bear popped in for a box of biscuits for his tea break, much to our Ginger's disgust!

15/11/2025

Stormy weekend ahead!
Calming preparations available now at Equitack.

14/11/2025

Rainy, windy and cold weather forecast for the next few days.
Stock up on hay, shavings and horsey treats asap!

13/11/2025

It is all about balance!

Ever heard of a balancer and wondered what it really does for your horse’s diet?

Balancers are highly concentrated feeds designed to provide essential vitamins, minerals, and protein without adding extra calories. The term concentrated means that it provides a lot of nutrients in a small amount, which is why you don’t need much balancer to pack a punch!
🔹 Compliments forage: If your horse is maintaining a healthy weight on forage alone, a balancer helps supply essential daily nutrients. No matter how good your hay or grazing is there will still be some nutrients that will need providing.
🔹 Perfect for Good doers: Balancers are ideal for delivering everything your horse needs without the need for normal concentrates. The small amount fed means you won't supply unnecessary calories, sugars, or starch.
🔹 Ideal for those not needing the average amount of feed: Horse feed manufacturers formulate their nutrient inclusions and feeding recommendations based on the average horse. Some horses may not need as much as suggested, if this is the case then they may not receive the full vitamin and mineral pack the manufacturer planned. A balancer can be a great way to fill this shortfall.
🔹 Useful in stud situations: Balancers can be used to increase the level of protein, vitamins, and minerals needed at certain life stages without calories. For example, lactating mares have an increased need for protein but not all mares need large amounts of extra calories.

Contact your local area manager for more information 💫

https://www.equifeeds.co.za/contact-us.html

12/11/2025

Do you feed Spurwing?
Then this one is for you!
EQUITACK WILL NOT BE HOLDING STOCK OF SPURWING FOR THE DURATION OF THE FESTIVE SEASON.
If you feed Spurwing, please order enough to see you through until January.
Last orders will be on 21 November, and must be collected by 12 December. Any orders not collected will be returned to the factory.
Spurwing deliveries resume on 8 January 2026.
Please plan ahead to avoid disappointment!

11/11/2025

Festive Dog Walk – Our last one for 2025! 🐾🎅🎄Join us for a morning of fun, furry friends, and festive cheer at AACL – Durban & PMB Branch!

📅 Date: Sunday, 30 November 2025
⏰ Time: Walk from 8AM – 10AM
💰 Cost: R50 per walker

Bring your own dog or walk one of ours! Enjoy our beautiful grounds, meet our dogs and cats, and soak up the festive spirit 💚

What’s happening:
* Walks for all dogs (and humans!)
* Dress up your pooch – prize for the most festive dog
* Delicious food and drinks at Leopard Tree Cafe, with extra festive treats
* Charity Shop open with Christmas décor and gifts on sale
* Lucky draw prizes
* Mystery shopping hampers on offer

Come and celebrate the season with us and help support our furry friends! 🦮

📞 031 736 9093
✉️ [email protected]

10/11/2025

IMPORTANT SPURWING ANNOUNCEMENT!

EQUITACK WILL NOT BE HOLDING STOCK OF SPURWING FOR THE DURATION OF THE FESTIVE SEASON.
If you feed Spurwing, please order enough to see you through until January.
Last orders will be on 21 November, and must be collected by 12 December. Any orders not collected will be returned to the factory.
Spurwing deliveries resume on 8 January 2026.
Please plan ahead to avoid disappointment!