Just because the summer temperatures are heating up doesn’t mean that your horse needs to suffer from the effects of heat stress. Vitalize® has just introduced Vitalize Blazin’, the most innovative product available to help manage the impact of heat stress in horses.
Why Use It
Vitalize Blazin’ is a liquid product to support normal recovery from heat stress and exertion in horses. It contains a proprietary blend of L-arginine, L-citrulline, and Aspergillus oryzae to support blood flow and cooling. In addition, it promotes water retention and contains antioxidants to mitigate damaging free radicals caused by exertion and exposure to heat.
“Much like other ‘warm-blooded’ animals, horses have a thermoneutral zone of about 40 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Above 80, a horse must initiate physiological processes, like sweating, rapid breathing, and vasodilation (increased blood flow) to cool itself. As the temperature rises, horses may begin to experience heat stress. This can result in discomfort, fatigue, poor performance, or even more severe symptoms. In addition to often being in warm climates, performance horses are also at a greater risk for heat stress because exercise generates heat. The Australian Veterinary Journal recently published an article that indicated racehorses generate enough heat to raise their core body temperature by 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit each minute they are galloping,” said Lynsey Whitacre, Ph.D., BioZyme® Inc. Companion Animal Business Development.
When to Use It
Vitalize Blazin’ is recommended for use during times of elevated exercise, exertion, or performance, when the heat index reaches above 90 degrees, or when acclimating to a new climate. Whitacre reminds equine enthusiasts that it typically takes a horse 15 to 21 days to acclimate to a new climate. Blazin’ is an easy-to-use top dress, and the best results are seen when the product is used for three or more consecutive days.
“For decades, electrolytes have been used to try to support horses during heat stress. Blazin’ is a new, innovative approach – the next generation of product to help horses perform at their greatest potential, even when it is blazing hot!” Whitacre said. “It works by actually supporting blood flow to the skin’s surface, allowing the horse to cool itself more efficiently.”
Shop Now
You can shop our beneficial supplement options online at FarmVet.com 24/7. Or call one of our friendly Sales Associates at 1-888-837-3626 from Monday-Friday 8am-5pm CST. You can also email your order to info@farmvet.com.
Horse shows can cause ulcers and other gastrointestinal issues. Protect your horses with Alimend. Read all about Vitalize’s Alimend here.
The BioZyme team contributed to this blog to share information about the benefits of Vitalize Blazin’.
Leave a Reply