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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.
UltraCruz Equine MSM (Pellet) (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
GrowthGrowth
JointsJoints
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
UltraCruz Equine MSM pellet is a joint health supplement for horses. It contains 21 grams of MSM per 76 gram serving. MSM is a source of the mineral sulfur, which is important for connective tissue.
UltraCruz Equine Potency (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
StallionStallion
VitaminsVitamins
UltraCruz Equine Potency Supplement is a liquid formula for breeding stallions. It provides agal DHA, vitamin E, and flaxseed oil. It is intended to increase sperm count and support sperm health.
UltraCruz Equine Probiotic (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Gut HealthGut Health
HindgutHindgut
ProbioticProbiotic
YeastYeast
UltraCruz Equine Probiotic by Santa Cruz is a probiotic and prebiotic supplement for horses intended to support a healthy digestive tract. The pelleted version supplies 30 billion CFU/serving (28 grams), and the powder version supplies 450 million CFU/serving (15 grams).
UltraCruz Equine Pure Flax Oil (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
UltraCruz Equine Pure Flax Oil is a fat supplement for horses that provides omega-3 fatty acids. Flax oil can benefit underweight and performance horses and support healthy skin and coats.
UltraCruz Equine Selenium (Pellet) (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
MetabolismMetabolism
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
MuscleMuscle
UltraCruz Equine Selenium is a pelleted supplement that provides 2.4 mg of organic selenium per serving. Selenium is an antioxidant that can protect cells from oxidative stress.
UltraCruz Equine Senior Joint Supplement (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
ExerciseExercise
JointsJoints
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
UltraCruz Equine Senior Joint Supplement is a pelleted joint supplement containing glucosamine, MSM, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronic acid. This supplement can support the structural integrity of joints and connective tissue.
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Allergy Supplement (Pellet) (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Allergy Supplement is a pelleted supplement for horses, intended to reduce skin irritations caused by allergens. It contains the omega-3 fatty acid DHA, quercetin and calf thymus protein.
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Allergy Supplement (powder) (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
HealthHealth
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Allergy Supplement is a powdered supplement intended to support the immune system of horses. It is formulated with the omega-3 fatty acid DHA, quercetin, and calf thymus protein to reduce reactions to allergens.
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Coat Supplement (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
MetabolismMetabolism
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
VitaminsVitamins
UltraCruz Equine Skin and Coat Supplement is a vitamin supplement for horses. This alfalfa- and soy-based product can supply several nutrients important for skin and coat quality, including vitamin E and B-vitamins.
UltraCruz Equine Trace Mineral (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
VitaminsVitamins
UltraCruz Equine Trace Mineral is a pelleted mineral supplement for horses. It contains 14% protein and supplies several minerals including selenium, copper, zinc, and manganese.
UltraCruz Equine Vitamin B-12 (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
EnergyEnergy
ExerciseExercise
MetabolismMetabolism
PerformancePerformance
UltraCruz Equine Vitamin B-12 is a pelleted supplement that provides 4 mg of cobalamin (vitamin B 12) per serving. This vitamin can support appetite and exercise performance.
UltraCruz Equine Weight Gain (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
UltraCruz Equine Weight Gain is a fat supplement intended for horses needing to gain weight. This liquid supplement contains flax oil and natural vitamin E (1,000 IU per ½ cup serving). It also supplies omega-3 fatty acids, which can benefit skin and coat health.
UltraCruz Equine Wellness Performance Supplement (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
VitaminsVitamins
UltraCruz Equine Wellness Performance Supplement is formulated to supplement vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and fatty acids to the horse’s diet. This includes zinc, copper, and Vitamin E. It supplies 2 mg of biotin per serving (136 g).
UltraCruz Equine Wellness/Joint Care Supplement (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
GrowthGrowth
JointsJoints
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
UltraCruz Equine Wellness/Joint Performance Supplement contains select vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and fatty acids. It also provides glucosamine, MSM, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronic acid for additional joint support.
UltraCruz Foal Advanced Probiotic Paste (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
DigestionDigestion
FoalFoal
Gut HealthGut Health
ProbioticProbiotic
UltraCruz Foal Advanced Probiotic Paste is intended for use in newborn to weaned foals. It contains probiotics (Lactobacillus rhamnosus), yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), L-glutamine, and digestive enzymes (lactase and amylase) blended in flaxseed oil.
UltraCruz Multi-Oil Blend (Santa Cruz Animal Health)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
UltraCruz Multi-Oil Blend is a fat supplement containing soybean, flax, and salmon oil. This oil is designed for horses, dogs, and livestock and provides added vitamin E, A, and D.
Unbeetable Balance (Unbeetable Feeds)
FiberFiber
Grain FreeGrain Free
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Unbeetable Balance is a ration balancer from Unbeetable Feeds. It is a grain-free, pelleted formulation intended for horses that require controlled calorie intake.
Unbeetable Complete (Unbeetable Feeds)
EnergyEnergy
Grain FreeGrain Free
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
ProteinProtein
Unbeetable Complete by Unbeetable feeds is a grain free complete feed intended for all horse types. It contains a blend of organic and inorganic trace minerals.
Unbeetable Forage Only Blend (Unbeetable Feeds) – [Discontinued]
EnergyEnergy
Grain FreeGrain Free
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
PerformancePerformance
This blend from Unbeetable Feeds contains forage only with no grains. It has low sugar and contains alfalfa, beet pulp, and flaxseed oil.
Unbeetable Original (Unbeetable Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Grain FreeGrain Free
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
Unbeetable Original by Unbeetable Feeds can be fed up to 2.5% of the horse's body weight. It contains just alfalfa meal, beet pulp and flaxseed oil.
Ungulate (St.Hippolyt)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Ungulate by St.Hippolyt is a pelleted supplement intended to support hoof health in horses.
Vegetable Herbal Minerals (St.Hippolyt)
BroodmareBroodmare
FoalFoal
GrowthGrowth
LactationLactation
Vegetable Herbal Minerals by St.Hippolyt is a pelleted supplemented intended for pregnant, lactating and young horses.
Velocity (Ark Nutrition)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
ExerciseExercise
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Velocity by Ark Nutrition is a pelleted feed intended for horses in moderate to heavy work. It contains a blend of essential amino acids and fatty acids meant to support muscle development and improve muscle recovery.
Versa (Sollio Agriculture)
HealthHealth
ImmunityImmunity
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Versa is a pelleted feed intended for horses in all forms of exercise. This feed contains 14% crude protein and 6% fat. Versa is intended to be fed as an all-purpose feed.
Veteran Cubes (Saracen Horse Feeds)
DentalDental
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
SeniorSenior
Veteran Cubes is a pelleted feed intended for senior horses in all levels of work. This diet is also ideal for horses with poor dentition.
Veteran Light (Allen & Page)
DigestionDigestion
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
NutritionNutrition
Veteran Light from Allen & Page is a low-energy pelleted feed that is high in fibre with a low NSC content (8.5%). Veteran Light is a palatable horse feed with added probiotics.
Veteran Mix (Saracen Horse Feeds)
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
SeniorSenior
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Saracen Veteran Mix is a ration formulated for senior horses to maintain normal health and body condition. The feed contains a high oil level for optimal coat & skin condition.
Veteran Vitality (Allen & Page)
DigestionDigestion
IngredientIngredient
NutritionNutrition
SeniorSenior
Veteran Vitality from Allen & Page is a palatable feed for horses with poor dentition. This feed is high in fibre and includes added vitamins and minerals. Veteran Vitality contains herbs such as mint, nettle, dandelion, garlic, and fenugreek.
Via-Calm (AniMed)
CalmingCalming
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
PerformancePerformance
StressStress
AniMed's Vita-Calm is a supplement that is meant to reduce stress and provides vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It can help calm horses, especially before events which may cause nervousness.
Vital Glo (Meunerie Benjamin)
Gut HealthGut Health
JointsJoints
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Vital Glo from Meunerie Benjamin is a cubed supplement containing vitamins and minerals. It is meant to support growing, performance or reproductive horses. It is also intended to assist with gut, joint, and hoof health.
Vital Muesli “Best Years” (St.Hippolyt)
DigestionDigestion
NutritionNutrition
RecoveryRecovery
SeniorSenior
Vital Muesli "Best Years" by St.Hippolyt is a textured feed intended for senior horses, fast eaters and horses with chewing problems.
Vital Muesli (Dodson & Horrell)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
GrainsGrains
PerformancePerformance
Vital Muesli is a high starch feed designed for racehorses in full training. This feed includes the elevated protein and fat levels required to sustain the heavy workload and the vitamins and minerals necessary for proper nutrient absorption.
Vitality (CEP)
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
PerformancePerformance
VitaminsVitamins
Vitality from CEP is a supplement that is 100% flaxseed oil and contains vitamin E.
Vitamin B1 – Thiamine (Herbs for Horses)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
MetabolismMetabolism
RecoveryRecovery
StressStress
Herbs for Horses' Vitamin B1 supplement provides Thiamine which is an essential B vitamin for growth, appetite and energy metabolism. Thiamine also aids in calming nervous or anxious horses.
Vitamin E + Selenium (Basic Equine Nutrition)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
MetabolismMetabolism
MuscleMuscle
NutrientsNutrients
Vitamin E and selenium are important antioxidants in the equine diet that support muscle function and overall health. This product provides 1600 IU of natural vitamin E and 1 mg of selenium per serving.
Vitamin E + Selenium (St.Hippolyt)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
PerformancePerformance
VitaminsVitamins
Vitamin E + Selenium by St.Hippolyt is a supplement that contains a high amount of vitamin E and is intended for sport horses.
Vitamin E-5000 (HorseTech)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
Vitamin E-5000 by HorseTech is a Vitamin E supplement. It contains 5000 IU of synthetics vitamin E per ounce.
Vitamins & Minerals Alfalfa (Equine Challenge)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Vitamins and Minerals Alfalfa by Equine Challenge is a vitamin and mineral supplement intended for horses on Alfalfa based diets.
Vitamins & Minerals Grass (Equine Challenge)
Vitamins & Minerals Grass from Equine Challenge is an equine supplement formulated for horses on grass diets. Vitamins & Minerals Grass is intended to assist in healthy coat and hoof growth. This supplement is formulated with flaxseed, added vitamins, minerals, and probiotics.
Vitamins & Minerals Grass No Selenium (Equine Challenge)
HealthHealth
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
Vitamins & Minerals Grass No Selenium by Equine Challenge is a ration balancer intended to support overall health in horses on grass or oat-based diets.
Vitamor Performance Supplement for Multi-Species (DuMor)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
Vitamor by DuMor is a multi-species performance supplement providing support for growth, energy, coat health, and overall digestion. Vitamor is a source of protein and energy for equine diets.
WaterWerks (HorseTech)
Gut HealthGut Health
PrebioticPrebiotic
ProbioticProbiotic
YeastYeast
WaterWerks from HorseTech is a supplement that is meant to provide digestive support and is meant for horses with free fecal water syndrome or leaky gut syndrome. It contains live yeast and bacteria for gut health.
Weight Booster (DuMor)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Weight Booster by DuMor is a high caloric supplement formulated to provide extra calories required for body condition and equine performance.
Weight Booster High-Calorie Supplement (Agrimaster)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
NutrientsNutrients
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Weight Booster High-Calorie Supplement by Agrimaster is a high-calorie supplement intended to support weight gain and coat condition in all classes of horses.
Weight Builder (Farnam)
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
PerformancePerformance
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Farnam Weight Builder is a conditioning supplement intended to add calories to the diet. It is designed to provide energy from corn distiller’s grains, flax meal, and partially hydrogenated vegetable fat.
Weight Gain Mix (Allen & Page)
DigestionDigestion
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Weight Gain Mix from Allen & Page is intended for hard keepers that are having difficulty maintaining or gaining weight. This feed contains micronized cereal grains which are meant to improve digestibility.
Weight-Up (AniMed)
DigestionDigestion
FatFat
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
YeastYeast
Weight-Up from AniMed is a supplement meant to help horses gain weight, and maintain an optimal weight. It contains calories and fat while also supporting a healthy digestive system. It also has yeast included.
Wellness Calm and Cool® (Seminole)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FiberFiber
HerbHerb
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Wellness Calm and Cool® is a textured feed designed for easy keepers and ponies. It provides high levels of digestible fibre, and contains 3% fat and 21% NSC.
Wellness Compete Safe (Seminole) – [Discontinued]
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
ExerciseExercise
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Seminole Wellness Compete Safe is a now-discontinued textured horse feed targeted to active horses. It was advertised as a low-starch, high-fat feed with added herbs and stabilized rice bran.
Wellness DynaSport (Seminole)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
Wellness DynaSport™ is a textured feed with 14% fat to meet the high energy needs of equine athletes. It contains 14% fat and 12% protein.

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