Out Around the Barn

 We are an obese nation yet, we are also getting back on track with our health.  More and more of us are trying to live healthier and by doing that, we are supplementing our intake with vitamins and minerals.  We constantly read about the best vitamins that we need and which one is better and for what purpose but, have we forgotten about our animals? 

Most of us, unless you work your animals everyday, do not realize that our animals and livestock need supplements also.  Our cattle and horses need supplements to keep them strong and agile.  No matter what their purpose is on your farm or ranch, they need vaccinated, de-wormed and have a healthy feeding schedule.

Available to us is equine supplements, cattle supplements, joint supplements (for both), vitamins and minerals and not just for horses and cattle.  There is also a wide variety out there for all other animals and pets.

We need to be aware of our animals health.  Duke (Belgian) is an old pulling horse.  He has pulled everything you can imagine on the farm and also has pulled in many a contest at County Fairs.  In his prime he was considered one of the main contestants.  Now, years later, he has developed arthritis in his joints and cannot do the work any longer.  He is just our pet.  So to keep him agile and strong, we supplement his feed with vitamins and minerals.  It keeps him moving and he can still be out in the pasture with the younger horses.  He may be a little slower but, believe me, he gives back to them what they dish out.

Please supplement your animals and livestock, they are worth the effort.