Animal Health Blog
At Excel Supplements animal health is at the core of everything we do. While diet is extremely important for our animals, education does not stop there for pet owners. Our writers have extensive knowledge on hot topics and are excited to share their findings with our readers.
Current Posts

NRF2 for Stress Regulation in Horses
NRF2 is a structure within cells of all living organisms containing DNA. Additionally, NRF2 helps regulate your internal defense system and is closely linked to lifespan due to the ability to protect your health as you age.

World Ocean’s Day: Camelina Oil Aids In Sustainability
Our oceans have taken a large hit over the last 50 years. In an effort to bring awareness, we celebrate World Ocean’s Day as a means to inform people about the impact of human action on the ocean.

Horse Deworming: Where Do I Start?
There are many different opinions when it comes to deworming your horse. Is there a deworming schedule you should follow? How often do you need to deworm your horse and do you even need to? We have compiled the top facts about deworming your horse that will be important to understand before making any plans!

PSSM – Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy
Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM), also called Equine Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (EPSM), is an inherited condition that occurs most commonly in Quarter Horses, Draft Horses and Warmbloods.

Best Horse Toys For The Paddock And Stall
One thing that can help ease anxiety and boredom while in the stall, pasture or arena- Horse Toys!

Grooming Tools For Horses
Equestrians are notorious for having their own special ways of doing things and grooming tools for horses are no exception. That being said, we are

Are You Really Ready to Show?
Shows must abide new guidelines from US Equestrian, CDC (Center for Disease Control), and the WHO (World Health Organization). In case you haven’t seen the new COVID-19 US Equestrian Guidelines, you can view them here: https://www.usef.org/forms-pubs/5Qx7zDlFvXs/usef-covid-19-rule-modifications

Managing Horses in Hot Weather
How to Manage Horses in Hot Weather I grew up in New Jersey, which has its moments of extreme temperatures. Every so often, we will

How to Check if Your Horse is Dehydrated
What causes dehydration in horses? How can you tell if a horse is dehydrated, what are the signs of severe dehydration and how do equine vets treat it?

Part 3: Omega-3 Fatty Acids For Horses ALA vs. DHA vs. EPA
First things first, if you don’t already know this, listed above are the three primary forms of omega-3 fatty acids. But, before we can begin

What is Camelina Oil?
As horse people, we are familiar with different types of oils for our horses diet. But there is a new type of oil that has recently taken the horse world by storm: Camelina oil.

Importance of Omega-3
We all know the Omegas are an important component in a horse supplement, but short of spending hours reading each tag for every ounce of information with a Google search bar in hand, how are you to decide in that moment, standing in the aisle of marketing hell, which is the best option for your horse?

Horse Colic and How to Handle It
**Please know these are GUIDELINES for general knowledge. We are aware that different situations call for different actions. At Excel Supplements, we always advise that you ask your vet and abide by their instruction. The health of the horse comes first!*

Leg Protection for Horses While Riding
Leg protection for horses is a tale as old as time held to a high standard with varying preferences on the type. You may or

Hoof Oil Benefits
No Hoof, No Horse! By: Nicole Mandracchia Have you ever heard the saying, “No hoof, no horse?” The definition of that phrase is this: if

Tis the season…for body clipping!
If you have body clipped in the past, you are familiar with the routine. Before your horse gets clipped, you have to give him a good bath (and possibly ShowSheen him). This will allow your clipper blades to attain a smoother, even cut with less lines. Having a clean horse to body clip also extends the life of your clippers and blades because they are not fighting through caked-in dirt or fungus entangled in your horse’s hair.

Anhidrosis in Horses
After a hard ride, have you ever noticed your horse not sweating enough? It is 90+ degrees outside and humid; why is he not drenched!?

Dog Arthritis Pain Relief: ExcelK9
Arthritis is tough for dogs to handle as they age, and can lead them to become more sedentary. It’s not uncommon in senior pups that have difficulty getting up or down the stairs, into a car seat, etc., causing pain when aging joints are overused. Fortunately there is ExcelK9 camelina oil which provides relief without affecting their digestive tract!
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I’ve been using Excel EQ for 5 years. Love this product! Excellent results, easy to use. My Horses love it!


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Whenever I call with a question or concern I am always greeted with a cheerful and very helpful person. ... read moreWhenever I call with a question or concern I am always greeted with a cheerful and very helpful person. It is much appreciated. read less


Excel supplements always ship quickly and their website has always been easy to navigate. I had to cancel my subscription... read moreExcel supplements always ship quickly and their website has always been easy to navigate. I had to cancel my subscription for a short period because an unexpected vet bill came up and it was very easy to do so and then to pick it right back up read less
I’ve always been extremely happy with excel EQ. My extremely picky eater eats it so I don’t feel like my... read moreI’ve always been extremely happy with excel EQ. My extremely picky eater eats it so I don’t feel like my money is going to waste and I like that it’s a liquid so it absorbs into the feed and I know he’s getting it. read less

Excel K9 I was never one to add supplements to my pet's food but I am so happy I gave excel a... read moreI was never one to add supplements to my pet's food but I am so happy I gave excel a chance! I will preface this by saying that our dog gets Hills Science Diet food and has a clean bill of health from the vet. That said, we fed him 4 cups of food a day before we found excel and his body condition score was ok with him being a bit skinnier than preferred. Since being on excel we have been able to drop his food intake to 1.5 cups a day and his body condition score (per the vet) is dang near perfect. Our older dog has been on a diet and has still successfully been losing weight even while on excel for his skin health. What this product has done for our boys is incomparable and I am 100% a supplement believer now. Healthier pets and saving money monthly on food are all I needed to tell my husband- forever customers here! read less
This has been the best product have found and used. Had a horse we moved to Washington state. Had a... read moreThis has been the best product have found and used. Had a horse we moved to Washington state. Had a allergic reaction Bourke out in ozing sores all over. Vet school said to take he I'm home said he would sluff off his hair probably not grow back. Put him on extra dose of Excel EQ. Healed up no scars all hair grew back... read less


Before and after, 6 week difference 😍 I acquired a laminitic/EMS horse that needs a 0 sugar solution to helping... read moreBefore and after, 6 week difference 😍 I acquired a laminitic/EMS horse that needs a 0 sugar solution to helping him look and feel his best while his feet recover. Excel is the best! read less


The website and purchasing were simple and easy to use. Delivery was much faster than I expected. I had forgotten... read moreThe website and purchasing were simple and easy to use. Delivery was much faster than I expected. I had forgotten to ask for a pump for the 5 gal bucket. I sent an email asking for one and received an answer right away stating that the pump would be sent along as well. Great service! Great oil for my horses. read less
We love this oil and the convenient 5 gal bucket and pump that came with it. We have used the... read moreWe love this oil and the convenient 5 gal bucket and pump that came with it. We have used the 1 gal bottles before and they are nice as well. read less

This oil is essential for my 13 year old labradoodle. She has had a bad knee for 7 years and... read moreThis oil is essential for my 13 year old labradoodle. She has had a bad knee for 7 years and this oil helps with pain and mobility. So glad the woman who runs the kennel where we board her suggested this product read less

From the moment I placed my order, the Excel group worked very quickly to get it packaged and shipped!
Pro Elite is the best oil for all of my horses!

The ExcelRescue Wound Salve is a LIFESAVER! We have a very large older cat. He is generally too big for most litter boxes so he ends up... read moreWe have a very large older cat. He is generally too big for most litter boxes so he ends up with clumps of litter stuck specifically in his right hind paw. We have been trying for YEARS to help alleviate the sores that come from it. His issues with his feet also affect his eyes and ears. He gets regular foot soaks, we trim the hair around his toes to help keep it from allowing the litter to clump and his excessive licking on that foot doesn't help the healing process. We've tried every topical, vet visits, vetericyn, and hydrocortisone spray to help take the itch out... EVERYTHING. Recently it looked especially bad and was clearly infected so we finally decided to try the ExcelRescue that we had in the barn for the horses and I really am bummed we didn't try it sooner or take before pictures.. Within a day the irritation was down and his skin was looking back to a normal pink color. He's licking significantly less and is overall much more comfortable and the sores are almost completely healed within a week! His eyes and ears are starting to clear up as well as a result! We plan to continue the regimen of soaking his feet and keeping the hair clipped around his toes but I will never go without ExcelRescue in the house! read less

They replied quickly and were extremely helpful when I made a mistake on the order form. Everything was sorted within... read moreThey replied quickly and were extremely helpful when I made a mistake on the order form. Everything was sorted within hours of the initial mishap on my part. read less
I absolutely love this product! Makes my girl shiny and she gets dapples she didn’t have before. She moves out... read moreI absolutely love this product! Makes my girl shiny and she gets dapples she didn’t have before. She moves out better and muscles up really well. She is never sore on this product and she absolutely licks this pan clean! read less

