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Flaxseed (Linseed) - Feed Ingredient

Whole flaxseed, also known as linseed, is the unprocessed seed of the Linum usitatissimum plant, known for its high fat content and rich concentration of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). It also contains dietary fiber and protein.

The hard outer shell of flaxseed provides natural protection against oxidation, allowing for a longer shelf life compared to ground flaxseed. However, this tough seed coat can reduce digestibility unless the seeds are chewed thoroughly or processed before feeding.

In equine diets, flaxseed is often fed to support skin and coat health, promote a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acid ratio, and provide a source of cool energy. While horses can partially digest whole flax seed, grinding or soaking the seeds before feeding improves nutrient absorption.

The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Flaxseed (Linseed) as an ingredient.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
AminoTrace+ Vitamin and Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
AminoTrace+ by Mad Barn is a complete, balanced equine mineral and vitamin supplement designed for horses with metabolic concerns. It is ideal for horses with IR, PPID, or high iron in the diet.
Natural E/Organic Se (Mad Barn)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
RecoveryRecovery
VitaminsVitamins
Natural E/Organic Se is a pelleted supplement providing organic Selenium yeast and natural Vitamin E. These two nutrients are important antioxidants that support muscle function and anti-inflammatory pathways.
Omneity P – Pellets – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Gut HealthGut Health
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Omneity Pellets is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses in a palatable pellet form. It provides 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast and digestive enzymes.
Omneity Premix – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
Omneity Premix is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses providing 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast, and digestive enzymes.
Optimum Digestive Health Pellets (Mad Barn)
DigestionDigestion
Feed EfficiencyFeed Efficiency
Gut HealthGut Health
ProbioticProbiotic
Optimum Digestive Health from Mad Barn is a probiotic and prebiotic supplement designed to support hindgut health in the horse. It helps to maintain a stable microflora and promote immune health.
w-3 Oil (Mad Barn)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
JointsJoints
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
w-3 Oil by Mad Barn is an essential fatty acid supplement fortified with the omega-3 DHA and natural Vitamin E. W-3 Oil helps to support joint health, coat quality, cardiovascular health and weight maintenance.
Sleek (Banks Mill Feeds)
FatFat
FiberFiber
MuscleMuscle
PerformancePerformance
Sleek by Banks Feed Mill is a high-fat, beet pulp-based feed with low (7%) starch content. It contains 13% fat from flax, rice bran, and soybean oil.
Slide ha+ Equine (Slide ha+)
HealthHealth
JointsJoints
PerformancePerformance
RecoveryRecovery
Slide ha+ Equine by Slide ha+ is a joint supplement formulated to support equine performance and recovery. It contains hyaluronic acid, which helps maintain joint lubrication, protect cartilage, and promote overall joint health.
Slobber Mash (Havens Horsefeed)
FiberFiber
Hoof HealthHoof Health
NutritionNutrition
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
Slobber Mash is a grain-based equine feed containing barley flakes, wheat bran, and corn. This feed is intended for older horses with difficulty chewing and broodmares to support fertility. It is a palatable feed with a high 44.2% NSC.
Smart & Simple Flax (SmartPak)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
Smart & Simple Flax from SmartPak is a powdered supplement intended to support coat and skin health. It contains omegas 3, 6 and 9.
Smart Balance (Smart Horse Nutrition)
ImmunityImmunity
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Smart Balance from Smart Horse Nutrition is a pelleted supplement that is meant to support muscles, immunity, hoof and skin health. It contains vitamins, minerals, and low NSC.
Smart Carb Performance (Standlee)
ForageForage
Grain FreeGrain Free
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
PerformancePerformance
Smart Carb Performance by Standlee is a performance feed that is teff grass and alfalfa-based. It contains low sugar and starch, is grain free, and has probiotics. It is intended to assist with digestion and immunity.
Smart Linseed (Smart Horse Nutrition)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
ImmunityImmunity
ProteinProtein
Smart Linseed is a supplement for horses made of cooked linseed meal. It is high in protein and fat and is intended to help with coat health, immunity, and condition.
Smart Zero Cubes (Smart Horse Nutrition)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
PerformancePerformance
Smart Zero Cubes from Smart Horse Nutrition is a cubed feed that is low in starch and sugar, and high in fiber. It is meant to support performance, condition, and digestion.
Smart Zero Lite (Smart Horse Nutrition)
FiberFiber
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Smart Zero Lite from Smart Horse Nutrition is a feed that is intended for horses with metabolic or laminitis issues. It contains low starch and sugars and high fiber.
Smart Zero Mash (Smart Horse Nutrition)
DigestionDigestion
HindgutHindgut
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Smart Zero Mash is a feed that has low NSC levels. It is intended to assist with digestion, hindgut health, and weight gain.
Smart Zero Mix (Smart Horse Nutrition)
DigestionDigestion
Grain FreeGrain Free
HindgutHindgut
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Smart Zero Mix is a forage-based feed that is intended to support digestion, hindgut health, weight gain, and hoof health. It contains low starch and sugar and is grain free.
SmartAntioxidant Pellets (SmartPak)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
StressStress
SmartAntioxidant Pellets by SmartPak is a pelleted antioxidant support supplement. It is intended to support senior and performance horses.
Smartbreathe Pellets (SmartPak)
HealthHealth
HerbHerb
NutrientsNutrients
RespiratoryRespiratory
SmartBreathe pellets are an equine supplement intended for horses with respiratory issues. It contains herbal ingredients, MSM, vitamin C, N-acetyl cysteine, and enzymes to support the respiratory system and a natural response to inflammation.
SmartBug-Off (SmartPak)
HerbHerb
ImmunityImmunity
NutrientsNutrients
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
SmartBug-Off is a pelleted horse supplement to deter biting insects and support skin health. It contains MSM, DL-methionine, garlic, apple cider vinegar, grape seed extract and other ingredients.
SmartBug-Off Pellets (SmartPak)
HealthHealth
HerbHerb
ImmunityImmunity
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
SmartPak's SmartBug-Off Pellets is a horse supplement that contains ingredients like garlic purported to deter biting insects. It also provides ingredients that support skin health.
SmartBug-Off Ultra Pellets (Smart Pak)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
HealthHealth
ImmunityImmunity
NutritionNutrition
SmartBug-Off Ultra Pellets from SmartPak is a pelleted supplement intended for horses who are bothered by flies. SmartBug-Off Ultra Pellets contain garlic and apple cider vinegar intended to decrease the fly load on horses.
SmartBug-Off Ultra Pellets (SmartPak)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
HealthHealth
HerbHerb
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
SmartBug-Off Ultra Pellets from SmartPak is a pelleted equine supplement intended to help horses who are bothered by flies. This supplement is formulated with garlic and apple cider vinegar intended to decrease the fly load on horses.
SmartCombo Senior Ultra (SmartPak)
Gut HealthGut Health
Hoof HealthHoof Health
JointsJoints
SeniorSenior
SmartCombo Senior Ultra is a pelleted supplement intended for senior horses containing glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, MSM, biotin, omega 3 fatty acids, probiotics, prebiotics, and digestive enzymes.
SmartCombo Ultimate Pellets (SmartPak)
Gut HealthGut Health
JointsJoints
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
SmartCombo Ultimate Pellet is a combination supplement that is intended to support joint, hoof, gastric, digestive, and coat health. It contains 35 mg of biotin, as well as MSM, zinc, copper, enzymes, and probiotics.
SmartCombo Ultra Pellets (SmartPak)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Hoof HealthHoof Health
JointsJoints
YeastYeast
This supplement made for horses by SmartPak is meant to support the health of hooves, joints, coat, and digestion. It is pelleted and contains yeast.
SmartDark & Handsome (SmartSupplements)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
HealthHealth
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
SmartDark & Handsome by SmartSupplements is a powdered formula that was intended to help horses maintain a healthy coat. It contains nutrients that support dark coat colours.
SmartEssentials Pellets (SmartPak)
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
SmartEssentials Pellets from SmartPak is a vitamin and minerals supplement with added essential fatty acids and amino acids. Omega-3s are sourced from flaxseed and fish oil.
SmartHoof® Pellets (SmartPak)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
SmartHoof® Pellets by SmartPak is a pelleted hoof supplement containing 25 mg of biotin and methionine, lysine, threonine, and gelatin. This supplement provides the necessary nutrient to grow strong, resilient hooves.
SmartLamina Pellets (SmartPak Equine)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
SmartLamina Pellets is a horse supplement intended to support hoof and lamina health. It contains omega 3 fatty acids, MSM, yeast cultures, and herbs.
SmartMare Harmony (SmartPak)
CalmingCalming
HealthHealth
HerbHerb
StressStress
SmartMare® Harmony Pellets is an equine supplement intended for moody mares. It contains chamomile, passionflower, raspberry leaf, chasteberry, dong quai and ashwagandha to support a calm mood.
SmartOmega 3 & E Ultra (SmartPak)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
HealthHealth
ImmunityImmunity
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
SmartOmega 3 & E Ultra is a natural Vitamin E supplement that provides omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed, chia seed, and fish oil. One 31 gram serving 1,500 IU of natural vitamin E.
SmartPituitary Senior Pellets (SmartPak)
HealthHealth
ImmunityImmunity
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
SeniorSenior
SmartPituitary Senior Pellets from SmartPak is a pelleted equine supplement intended for aged horses with pituitary issues. This supplement is formulated with chasteberry, Vitamin E, Siberian ginseng, and echinacea intended to support immune function in senior horses.
SmartShine Ultra (SmartPak)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
HealthHealth
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
SmartShine Ultra from SmartPak is a coat health supplement. This supplement is intended for horses with dry or dull coats who are struggling with skin issues. SmartShine Ultra contains ground flaxseed and chia seed.
SmartVite Perform (SmartPak)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
SmartVite Perform is a pelleted mineral and vitamin supplement intended for performance horses. It includes higher nutrient levels which can support horses in heavy exercise.
SmartVite Perform Senior (SmarkPak)
ImmunityImmunity
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
SeniorSenior
VitaminsVitamins
SmartVite Perform Senior is a vitamin and mineral supplement for working senior horses. It is also intended to support immunity and provide antioxidants.
SmartVite Thrive (SmartPak)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutritionNutrition
VitaminsVitamins
SmartVite Thrive is a ration balancer meant to provide adult horses with essential vitamins and minerals in light or no work. It also contains vital amino acids and is highly palatable with vegetable oil, rice bran, and flaxseed meal ingredients.
SmartVite Thrive Senior (SmartPak)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
SeniorSenior
VitaminsVitamins
SmartVite Thrive Senior Pellets is a low feeding rate mineral and vitamin supplement for senior horses. It is formulated with added antioxidants for immune function and increased levels of B vitamins.
Solution 10-10-10 (Tucker Milling)
EnergyEnergy
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
PerformancePerformance
Solution 10-10-10 by Tucker Milling is a textured feed specially formulated for mature performance horses. With 10% protein, 10% fat, and 10% fiber, it delivers a balanced nutritional profile that meets energy demands while keeping protein levels moderate.
Solution-12 (Tucker Milling)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
SeniorSenior
Solution 12 by Tucker Milling is a pelleted feed formulated for senior horses and is intended to be fed alongside forage. It includes lactic acid bacteria and yeast to support digestive health, though the specific inclusion levels are not disclosed.
Soothe & Gain (Allen & Page)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
HindgutHindgut
NutritionNutrition
Soothe & Gain from Allen & Page is a high-energy feed which is high in fibre. Soothe & Gain is intended for horses and ponies who are prone to ulcers and digestive upsets. Soothe & Gain is free from barely, molasses, alfalfa and soy.
Sport 14 (McCauley’s)
FatFat
NutrientsNutrients
PerformancePerformance
ProteinProtein
Sport 14 from McCauley's is a pelleted horse feed. It is intended for racing or performance horses and is meant to support gut health. It is high in fat and protein.
Sport Muesli (Havens Horsefeed)
BroodmareBroodmare
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
Sport Muesli by Havens Horsefeed is a 13% protein textured feed intended for equine athletes. It contains alfalfa meal, corn flakes, oats, and flax oil as protein and energy sources.
Stabul 1 (Anderson Feed Co)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Stabul™ 1 is a low-starch (5%) and low-sugar (5%) feed intended for easy keepers and horses, ponies and mules with metabolic concerns. It is corn, oats and molasses-free.
Stabul 1 Plus (Anderson Feed Co)
ExerciseExercise
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Stabul™ 1 Plus is a low-starch (5%) and low-sugar (5%) feed intended for horses that are in work or hard keepers. It is designed for horses with metabolic concerns to provide higher energy density.
Stallion Max (Hallway)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
NutritionNutrition
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
StallionStallion
Stallion Max from Hallway is a fortified high-fat, high-fibre feed formulated for stallions. This feed has added omega-3 fatty acids. Stallion Max contains 14% protein, 6% fat, and 12% fibre. It is recommended to start feeding 'Stallion Diets' 60 to 90 days before breeding season begins.
Stamm 30 (Bluegrass Horse Feed)
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Stamm 30 is a low-calorie ration balancer that provides protein, vitamins, and minerals. It supports gut health and is ideal for horses and ponies of all ages and those at maintenance or light work.
Starch Wise (ProElite)
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
ProElite Starch Wise is a pelleted horse feed with a maximum 14.5% NSC. It is formulated with moderate levels of starch and sugar for mature show and performance horses.
Stay Cool (Keyflow Feeds)
IngredientIngredient
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
PrebioticPrebiotic
ProbioticProbiotic
Stay Cool from Keyflow has no added molasses with added prebiotics and probiotics to support horses’ digestive system. Stay Cool is an extruded feed with a low feeding rate.
Staypower Cubes (Dodson & Horrell)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
NutritionNutrition
StaminaStamina
Staypower Cubes by Dodson & Horrell is a feed designed for stamina sports, with a good amount of protein and fat and lower starch content for a more balanced release of energy. This feed includes electrolytes, vitamins and minerals, and key amino acids to support the equine athlete.
Staypower Muesli (Dodson & Horrell)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
NutritionNutrition
StaminaStamina
Staypower Muesli by Dodson & Horrell is a textured feed designed for stamina sports, with a good amount of protein and fat and lower starch content for a more balanced release of energy. This feed includes electrolytes, vitamins and minerals, and key amino acids to support the equine athlete.
Step 1 Start Right (Trouw Nutrition)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FoalFoal
GrowthGrowth
LactationLactation
Step 1 Start Right is an extruded feed formulated to meet the nutritional demands of lactating broodmares, foals and weanlings. It can be fed to growing horses up to one year of age.
Step 2 Peak Performance – Sport (Trouw Nutrition)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FatFat
PerformancePerformance
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Step 2 Peak Performance - Sport by Trouw is an extruded, high-fat feed formulated to meet the energy demands of horses in heavy work, stallions, growing horses, and hard keepers. It provides 14% protein and 10% fat from vegetable oils.
Step 2 Peak Sweet (Trouw Nutrition) [DISCONTINUED]
Complete FeedComplete Feed
ExerciseExercise
FlavorFlavor
GrowthGrowth
Step 2 Peak Sweet is a textured, high-energy feed for horses in heavy work, stallions, growing horses, and hard keepers. It contains 14% protein and 10% fat.
Step 3 Classic Sweet (Trouw Nutrition)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FlavorFlavor
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Step 3 Classic Sweet is a textured sweet feed for mature horses in light to moderate work. It contains whole oats and added sugars to improve palatability.
Step 3 GenAPro (Trouw)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FiberFiber
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Trouw GenAPro (GAP) is an alfalfa-based, high fibre and low NSC feed with less than 10% sugar and starch content. GenAPro is designed as a partial or total hay replacer when quality forage is limited.

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