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Highly fermentable super fibres in Perfect Mash stimulate the production of volatile fatty acids (VFAs), a horse’s natural, fat based, energy supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real game changer has been the inclusion of Agrimos® and Yea-Sacc® in Perfect Mash. We believe that when you combine pre and probiotics with highly fermentable fibre, there is an enhanced effect, which can have a rapid and positive outcome on horses’ gut health and overall wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are countless examples of this transformational effect reported by Benchmarkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenchmark Perfect Mash® is formulated for all horses, but has proven to be particularly suitable for:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses and ponies that need extra condition, without the fizz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses and ponies in light to medium work, needing a cool ration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses and ponies participating in trail riding or endurance that require energy to be available over an extended period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses that are reactive to high starch, grain-based feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorse and ponies prone to laminitis or metabolic diseases such as Cushings Syndrome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses and ponies that are suffering from, or prone to digestive issues or stomach ulcers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses recuperating after intestinal surgery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Benchmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44187655274687,"sku":"BFM20","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0540\/5854\/9439\/files\/92e48793-acd6-429d-8384-0b5e2cd220cf.jpg?v=1774269563"},{"product_id":"benchmark-cool-az-20kg","title":"Benchmark Cool AZ 20kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte readmore-expanded\" data-readmore=\"\" aria-expanded=\"true\" id=\"rmjs-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect complete feed choice for active pleasure or show horses, pony club mounts or horses spelling or on paddock rest.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSteam Extruded High Fibre, Low Starch Complete Feed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour choice of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenchmark Cool AZ\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill not disappoint. We have formulated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool AZ\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto provide an optimal level of nutrition for horses and ponies that are in light to medium work or on paddock rest.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool AZ\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e uses super fibres as the primary energy source, resulting in a feed that it is low in starch and sugar, genuinely non-heating and more in tune with your horse’s natural digestive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a good mixture of balanced trace minerals, quality vitamins, key amino acids for muscle development, chromium to help prevent muscle wastage and high quality pre and probiotics, you will find that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool AZ\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is ideal for keeping your horses looking good and feeling well. 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Getting this right can be lifechanging for a cherished oldie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther critical inclusions such as Omega 3 DHA, antioxidants, biotin, superfibres, and pre and pro biotics all combine to help combat the challenges of old age. When changing from a poorer quality feed to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGolden Oldies®\u003c\/b\u003e, the benefits can be seen in digestive health, general vigour, mobility and coat condition. If poor quality or limited protein has been fed previously you will see a marked change in your horse’s top line over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember if your horse’s teeth are showing their age, you can soften your\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGolden Oldies®\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby soaking in cold or warm water. 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The benefits of highly fermentable lupin hulls and soy hulls have been harnessed and digestive support improved with the addition of pre and pro-biotics and Melofeed®, a natural source of antioxidant. Importantly, a special mineral premix has been included to balance iron, copper \u0026amp; zinc ratios to ensure Benchmark Super Fibre Mash® is a safe and balanced addition to any equine diet. Being low in sugars and starch, Benchmark Super Fibre Mash® is safe for the laminitic and EMS horse and pony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdds conditioning power to the ration without adding starch or sugar.\u003cbr\u003eReduces the starch level in the total ration when grain-based feeds are fed.\u003cbr\u003eProvides valuable pre and probiotics to the ration.\u003cbr\u003eSafe to feed to horses and ponies suffering from or prone to laminitis or EMS.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that Benchmark Super Fibre Mash® is not a complete feed and requires the addition of a balanced ration for best results. 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