INTRODUCTION
Every winter, I hear the same concerns from horse owners:
“He just doesn’t feel himself this time of year.”
“Her coat goes dull no matter what I do.”
“We battle skin flare-ups every winter without fail.”
“He just doesn’t feel himself this time of year.”
“Her coat goes dull no matter what I do.”
“We battle skin flare-ups every winter without fail.”
For years, this seasonal decline in horse health was seen as ‘just part of winter.’ But we refuse to accept that. After working relentlessly, we've learned something crucial:
Winter doesn’t cause horses to struggle. Unmanaged winter stress does.
Winter doesn’t cause horses to struggle. Unmanaged winter stress does.
And the best part? Once you understand why, helping your horse sail through winter becomes simple and natural.
Why Winter Is So Tough on Horses
Horses are naturally resilient, but modern routines can throw their systems out of sync when the cold sets in. In the wild, they’d adapt gradually. In our care, the changes come fast and can overwhelm their immune system.
1. Immune System Under Pressure
In winter, your horse faces:
- Less sunlight (so, less vitamin D)
- Lower-quality forage
- More mud, damp, and bacteria
- Extra stress from rugging, stabling, clipping, and routine changes
When the immune system is busy fighting all this, it can’t keep everything else in tip-top shape. That’s when you see dull coats, slow healing, skin issues, and even changes in mood or energy.
2. Rugs, Clipping & Skin Woes
Rugs are a must for many horses, but they can create the perfect environment for skin problems: warmth, moisture, and friction.
Cue: dry, flaky skin, rain scald, mud fever, and itchiness.
Cue: dry, flaky skin, rain scald, mud fever, and itchiness.
Remember: Skin issues are often a sign the immune system is waving a white flag, not just a surface problem.
Who Needs Extra Support?
Any horse can struggle, but especially:
- Youngsters (developing immune systems)
- Veterans (less efficient immunity)
- Ex-racers & high-stress horses
- Horses with skin/allergy history
- Competition horses
They’re not weak — just have higher demands!
What Works: The Whole-Horse, Proactive Approach
1. Support Immunity Early
By the time you see symptoms, the immune system’s already under strain. Start support early, so your horse can handle winter’s challenges with ease.
That’s why we created NEIGHKED 100% Equine Vitality & Immunity Tonic - for proactive, daily support, not just as a ‘quick fix.’
2. Go Natural, Not Harsh
Horses thrive on gentle, plant-based support - not synthetic overload. The right tonic helps balance immunity, supports a healthy inflammatory response, and boosts skin, coat, and overall vitality.
3. Treat the Whole Horse
Forget treating each symptom separately. When you support the immune system from the inside out, you’ll see:
- Shinier coats
- Resilient skin
- Faster recovery
- Happier, brighter horses
Why NEIGHKED’s Immunity Tonic?
We didn’t create this to follow trends. We created it because we saw real horses transform when their immune systems were properly supported.
Our Tonic is:
- Safe for daily use
- Perfect for seasonal stress
- A great complement to good nutrition & management
- Trusted by owners of horses with recurring winter issues (and by those who want to prevent them!)
The Results Speak for Themselves
When you support your horse’s immunity through winter you target:
- Immune system support
- Defense against hemoglobin deficiency
- Liver support
- Blood quality support
- Defense against microscopic invaders
- Electrolyte balance
Most importantly? Your horse feels — and looks — like their very best self.