Senior Flex (Meal)

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73160628
$98.50
(11 reviews)

The Original #1 Senior Joint Support!  Senior horse joint support products provide joint support actives (glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, Yucca, H/A, etc.) to help support healthy joint function and manage discomfort that comes with aging. Calcium Ascorbate (Vit. C) and Vitamin E are included for immune support as well as probiotics for digestive function. Senior-Flex is a great product t… Read More

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The Original #1 Senior Joint Support! 

Senior horse joint support products provide joint support actives (glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, Yucca, H/A, etc.) to help support healthy joint function and manage discomfort that comes with aging. Calcium Ascorbate (Vit. C) and Vitamin E are included for immune support as well as probiotics for digestive function.

Senior-Flex is a great product to start your senior horse on by providing tried and true joint support ingredients along with probiotics to support digestive function.

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Glucosamine is the building block of chondroitin sulfate, a specific type of polysulfide glycosaminoglycan (GAG), a small but complex molecule that plays an important role in the production and protection of joints. Glucosamine plays multiple roles within joint function and health. It helps increase the production of new GAGs and therefore new cartilage, has also been shown to help inhibit free radicals and enzymes that break down cartilage. 

MSM: (Methylsulfonylmethane) Assists body to produce its own internal antioxidants which helps support natural inflammatory response by providing protection against oxidative stress. It is a great source of sulfur, which plays an important role in maintaining the health of collagen, cartilage, hooves, hair and joint fluid.

Chondroitin Sulfate works synergistically with glucosamine in the production of new cartilage and inhibits the effects of various enzymes that breakdown cartilage. It also helps to support a natural inflammatory response lending to overall joint health and comfort.

Yucca is an herb native to North and Central America used by ancient and modern civilizations to address musculoskeletal discomfort. Active ingredients have been isolated from Yucca that have shown to have antioxidant properties to help support natural inflammatory response.

Calcium ascorbate (Vit C)  Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect the tissues of the body and also important in the production of connective tissues like tendons and ligaments. 

Vitamin A is well known for its role in supporting healthy vision, immune function, and skin/coat. However, it is also needed for respiratory health, reproduction, soft tissue and normal skeletal development in young growing horses and exercising horses that are remodeling bone.

Vitamin D (Calciferol) plays an indirect role in bone growth and maintenance by managing the levels of calcium (Ca) in the body. It assists in the absorption of Ca from the intestine, the movement of Ca into and out of bone, and the amount of Ca excreted by the kidneys.

Vitamin E is considered the most important antioxidant and works closely with selenium to protect the body from the oxidative stress of exercise and illness. Found in high amounts in fresh pasture, levels begin to decay the moment pasture is cut for hay. That is why any horse that does not have access to grass, regardless of its activity level or health, would be a candidate for vitamin E supplementation. Horses are not very efficient in storing vitamin E and deficiency may be accelerated if the diet is deficient in selenium.

Probiotics are live microorganisms (bacteria and yeast) that help promote healthy digestive function and support a healthy immune system. Often referred to as ‘good bugs’ they help break down ingredients/contents that the body normally can't, and help inhibit ‘bad bugs’ from growing.

I want to start my older gelding on a joint support. What is the difference between the Senior-Flex and the Senior Flex H/A?

MVP: Senior-Flex is a great product to start your senior horse on by providing tried and true joint support ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM. It also provides probiotics for digestive support. Senior-Flex H/A is a good choice if your senior horse needs a more advanced level of joint support. Senior-Flex H/A has the same ideal formula as Senior-Flex with a higher level of MSM and added Hyaluronic Acid for additional support.

 

At what age is a horse considered a senior??  My 17 yr old quarter horse is not at all stiff or has any signs of discomfort, but a friend has suggested that I should put him on this product before he starts showing any wear and tear. We ride once or twice a week. 

MVP: Although there is no rule regarding when a horse becomes a senior, many horse owners use age 15 as a general guide. Just like in people, horses age differently depending on their physical condition and several other factors. As many senior horses experience stiffness and discomfort associated with aging, it’s a great idea to start your older horse on a supplement now to help keep his joints healthy.

What would the dose be for a 500 lb mini?

MVP: For miniature horses and ponies 500lbs and under, we recommend a half of a scoop (1/2 oz) daily.

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    Senior Flex

    Posted by Judy Williams on 17th Aug 2024

    I used this product for years on a horse who had a knee injury in his younger days - it worked wonders - we never had an arthritis issue. After he died I didn't have a need for Senior Flex for a while, but now I have an older mare who has recently developed stiffness - she's only been on it 3 weeks and I can already see an improvement.

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    Senior Flex (Meal)

    Posted by Becky Molitor on 11th Mar 2024

    Senior Flex (Meal)

  • 5
    Great Ingredients and Cost Effective!

    Posted by Kristina Mullen on 15th Sep 2020

    I switched my 22 year old Thoroughbred Gelding from Smartpaks Herb Free Senior Joint Supplement to this MVP Senior Flex! My Gelding has been feeling better, he has been more willing to work and do lessons with kids. I also feel really good about the levels of the ingredients in this blend! This seems to do the trick for him and is cheaper than some other mainstream Joint Supplements for seniors! Overall it is a win-win!

  • 5
    Highly recommend this product

    Posted by Aimee on 24th Feb 2018

    Great product! I started using Senior Flex on my 23 year old mare last year and have seen noticeable improvements. She was getting very stiff but the Senior Flex has her feeling back to her old self - running around and playing with our other horses. I highly recommend this product!

  • 5
    Would never guess he is as old as he is

    Posted by Deborah on 18th Dec 2017

    I have a 27 year old OTTB with a low back. I started giving him SeniorFlex about two years ago and, aside from his back, you would never guess he is as old as he is. He struts around, prances all over the place and appears to have no joint discomfort. I highly recommend this supplement.

  • 5
    Truly believe Senior Flex has helped

    Posted by Jo on 25th Mar 2016

    My 15 year old quarter horse has some sore knee issues and I truly believe that Senior Flex has helped him stay comfortable.

  • 5
    Saw immediate improvement

    Posted by Lannette on 29th Mar 2015

    Great product for older horses. Using it for two 32 year old horse and saw immediate improvement in movement for both of them. Would recommend to anyone.

  • 5
    Back to top performance within 2 weeks

    Posted by Catherine on 26th Jan 2014

    Excellent Product...Last year my 23 mare must of taken a real header...Had the chiropractor out, and the adjustment helped, but she was still sore. I put her on Senior Flex and she was back to top performance and being the boss mare with in 2 wks.

  • 5
    I rate this TOP of the line

    Posted by Pegi on 17th Dec 2012

    I rate this TOP of the line. My 31 year old mare has been on it for many years and is mobile and happy. She leads her herd to this day - with body language only. It all started out with a sore shoulder and I put her on Senior Flex and it resolved and we’ve never looked back. She has been on it for over ten years. I wouldn’t change a thing about the formula. Anything for Miss America!