Analytical constituents: Crude fibre: 9.40%, Crude protein: 2.60%, Crude fat: 1.30%, Crude ash: 76.00%, Calcium: 1.04%, Phosphorus: 0.05%, Sodium: 0.12%
Complementary feed for horses
Store in a cool, dry place! Best before: see label.
OKAPI Prodic
Supports the physiological pH balance in the gut
1,200g sufficient for approximately 1–2 weeks
3,000g sufficient for approximately 4–7 weeks
4,500g sufficient for approximately 1.5–2.5 months or for multiple horses
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What is OKAPI Prodic?
Klinoptilolites are a class of minerals that naturally occur, similar to zeolites, bentonites, or montmorillonites. They are approved as technological additives in animal feed regulations, and they may also have a physiological effect in the horse’s digestive tract.
While bentonite and montmorillonite primarily bind water – and thus also all substances dissolved in water, functioning somewhat like “cat litter” in the horse’s intestines, which also binds all substances dissolved in liquid – klinoptilolites are capable of conducting an ion exchange on their surface. As a result, they act as acid regulators and can therefore help to regulate the pH in the horse’s digestive tract. Horses that tend to have a low pH in their faeces, for example, due to previous haylage feeding or hindgut dysbiosis, may benefit from the use of Prodic.
However, due to its ability to bind minerals, we recommend not feeding Prodic together with mineral-containing feed and, where possible, adhering to a two-week feeding cycle to allow the mineral balance to naturally reset.
Is OKAPI Prodic suitable for my horse?
OKAPI Prodic is suitable for adult horses of all ages and breeds.
How long should I feed OKAPI Prodic ?
Prodic contains, among other ingredients, Klinoptilolite, a naturally occurring mineral capable of performing ion exchange on its surface. Unfortunately, this has the side effect of potentially binding some minerals present in the feed. To avoid disruptions in the horse’s mineral balance, we recommend giving Prodic at a different mealtime from mineral-containing feed whenever possible, and not feeding it continuously. A well-established rhythm is a two-week cycle: feed for one week, then take a week off.
How is OKAPI Prodic fed?
OKAPI Prodic can be easily mixed with soaked hay cobs. Some horses may be reluctant to eat Prodic. In such cases, it can be helpful to start with a smaller amount, which can be given through the moistened hay.
How do I calculate the correct dosage for my horse?
To calculate the appropriate dose for OKAPI Prodic, the following steps can be followed:
Determine the horse’s weight: The weight of the horse can be measured either by weighing, using a tape measure, or by using apps such as the BCI App from our partner Sanoanimal (available for free on Google Play and the Apple Store).
Consider the feeding recommendation: The general recommendation for OKAPI products is based on a 600 kg horse.
The recommended daily amount is 3-5 mL (1 scoop = 20 g) per day.
Adjust the dose: If the horse weighs, for example, 300 kg, the dose needs to be adjusted accordingly. The calculation would then be:
Daily dose (100 g) / 600 kg × Horse’s weight (300 kg) = Daily ration (50 g).
This calculation method helps determine the appropriate amount.
What is included in OKAPI Prodic?
OKAPI Prodic contains: Grape seed meal, soybean oil.
Technological additives:
780,000 mg Clinoptilolite of sedimentary origin (1g568).