Paddys Choice for Windsuckers

The Story Behind Paddy’s Choice

Paddy’s Choice was originally developed for horses prone to wind sucking and those with food intolerances. However, noticeable improvements were also observed in horses without these specific issues.

The feed is named after Paddington, a talented dressage horse affectionately known as Paddy. He frequently suffered from colic, had been treated for ulcers, and was a habitual wind sucker. His digestive discomfort negatively impacted his mental well-being and behaviour.

Following a course of homeopathic treatments and a new feeding regime, Paddy’s condition began to improve. His wind sucking was reduced to only during and shortly after meals, and his behaviour became more stable. However, his muscle development remained poor.

Once Paddy was introduced to Paddy’s Choice, the results were remarkable. His muscle mass increased, his movement became more fluid, and he appeared happier and healthier overall. Most impressively, he stopped wind sucking completely.

Nutritional Information

100% Free from Wheat & Soy

Ideal for horses with feed sensitivities or requiring a specialized, low-glycemic diet.

Key Nutritional Values:

• VEP: 850

• VREp: 8.5

• EWpa (Horse Digestible Energy): 0.93

• Crude Protein: 11%

• Crude Fat: 5.6%

• Crude Fibre: 7.7%

• Crude Ash: 6.5%

• Starch: 37.5%

• Sugar: 2.8% (from cane sugar molasses)

• Low Glycemic Load (GL): Minimal conversion to sugar – essential for healthy intestinal function.

Minerals & Electrolytes (per kg):

• Calcium: 10 g

• Phosphorus: 4.7 g

• Sodium: 2.8 g

• Magnesium: 3.9 g

• Potassium: 6.2 g

• Chlorine: 5.0 g

• Copper: 14.8 mg

• Iron (Iron Sulphate): 95 mg

• Manganese: 30 mg

• Zinc: 100 mg

• Selenium: 0.20 mg

Vitamins (per kg):

• Vitamin A: 15,000 IU

• Vitamin D3: 2,500 IU

• Vitamin E: 200 mg

• Vitamin K: 0.60 mg

• Vitamin C: 2.0 mg

• Biotin: 400 mcg

• Choline: 200 mg

B-Vitamins:

• Vitamin B1: 2.0 mg

• Vitamin B2: 4 mg

• Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 20 mg

• Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): 10 mg

• Vitamin B6: 3.0 mg

• Vitamin B12: 20 mcg

• Folic Acid: 2.0 mg

Fatty Acids:

• Linoleic Acid: 19.8 g

Amino Acids:

Includes essential amino acids:

• Lysine

• Methionine

• Methionine + Cystine

• Tryptophan

• Threonine

Feeding Advice

General Feeding Advice for Paddy’s Choice

• Always provide high-quality meadow hay alongside Paddy’s Choice.

• Avoid feeding other chunks or muesli for optimal results.

• Ensure access to fresh, clean drinking water at all times.

• Keep feeding and water troughs clean to support overall health.

Feeding Guidelines (per 100 kg body weight):

• Maintenance: 0.4 – 0.5 kg

• Light work: 0.5 – 0.6 kg

• Medium-duty work: 0.8 – 1.0 kg