Sizing guide
Directions for use
Adult horses in show, training, transporting, or under stress
Give one 30 mL tube to horses weighing 400.1kg and up, 2 hours prior to stressful event. Can be given up to 2 times within a 24-hour period.
Small horses/ponies in show, training, transporting, or under stress
Give 15 mL to horses weighing 200.1 kg to 400 kg, 2 hours prior to stressful event. Can be given up to 2 times within a 24-hour period.
Ingredients
- Magnesium citrate
- Bifidobacterium longum subsp longum
- L-tryptophan
- L-Theanine
- Inositol
- Thiamine
- Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
- Casein
"Competing regularly means my horse is constantly exposed to new environments, noise, and pressure—which used to lead to tension and unpredictable behavior (spooking at flower boxes, jump decorations, or even subtle shadows), especially during our jumping rounds. After trying Dragon Paste, made by Equine Choice, I noticed a huge difference. Within an hour, he was visibly more settled and attentive without losing any of his energy or sharpness over fences. He stayed focused and relaxed from the first fence to the last. This product has made a real difference in our performance and our partnership as he's able to respond to me better without stressing about things going on around him. It’s made showing so much more enjoyable for both of us! Dragon paste has become a staple in our show bag."
Competitive Silver and Gold Rider
“You have created such a great product with Dragon Paste! After having the pleasure of testing out this product on 4 horses this weekend... I can honestly say it works, and really well. The weather this week was unpredictable, cold, and rainy and during ring rides pre Dragon Paste the horses were testy, tense, and not at all suitable for their amateur riders... And after their breakfast and Dragon Paste they all performed well and ribboned well! It was used on all ages, stages and caliber of horses — from seasoned Hunters to equitation horses to Grand Prix horses and all horses reacted well and had the same desired outcome, which was a calm focused horse without loosing the jump or the stride or the movement. It is so convenient to have one product I can administer once just a few hours out and have that level of Zen! I am used to mixing Shen Calmer, Zylkene, Pre and Probiotics, Magnesium... This is so much easier!”
Wolfhaven Equestrian
“This show-safe supplement is easy to give and helps keeps my horses relaxed and focused — just the way we like them on show day! I love how easy dragon paste is to administer, it's fast acting, all natural and horse show safe. We love a relaxed and focused horse on show days and it's a great supplement to add to my routine ring preparation!“
“I recently used Dragon Paste to take my big 4 year old (Ennis) on his first off property experience. Dragon Paste was so easy to give and it came right out of the tube without a fight. It must have tasted pretty good because he came back to lick the tube which I have never had a horse do before with calming paste. Dragon Paste worked quickly and made the whole experience so pleasant. Ennis was calm and unphased by everything, taking each step of the adventure in stride. Although he was calm and relaxed he still felt very rideable and ‘with it’. He never felt drowsy or lethargic. He felt like the same horse at home and off property with the Dragon Paste.”
“This paste is absolutely wonderful! I used it on my young horse this past week. He was calm, focused, and ready for anything I asked of him. I highly recommend this for any horse that needs to relax and enjoy their time in a new or different situation. He didn’t even mind the taste of it either 10/10"
“Bringing along young horses means every day is different - and isn’t always a smooth experience. Dragon Paste has become a staple in my program for helping the horses stay focused and confident in new or high pressure environments. I love that it supports their gut and mind without taking the edge off their natural character. It’s a game changer for show days, loading, and off-property training.”
“I finally had an opportunity last weekend to use the Dragon Paste on my big grey horse, Rock! He's extremely strong when running and gets excited really easily at rodeos - the Dragon Paste worked perfect! He was so much more relaxed even with the added pressure of more runs; he was focused and helped me win 3 cheques in Quebec last weekend! I'm so happy with the results of the new product! I'm usually trying to slow him down specifically for rodeos and had no problem getting him relaxed without experiencing side effects! It was so easy and convenient to use when on the road. I absolutely love it!! Definitely going to be in our routine from here on out!”
“I have had a great experience with Dragon Paste. Takes the edge off without making them dull. My horse felt more relaxed and focused but still had the power to perform. Would highly recommend.“
“We used the Dragon Paste on a young, reined cow horse being showed for the second time. The Dragon Paste worked great and allowed the mare to focus and relax while maintaining good energy to do her rein work pattern and cow work.”
“I tried this product on an older mare that gets a lot of anxiety in a loud rodeo atmosphere, she was calmer overall and much nicer to handle. It also did not take any of the run out of her and she performed brilliantly with a better mental focus overall, I would definitely recommend this product!”
“I have been using Equine Choice products for many years now and love them all. So, when I heard about Dragon Paste, I was thrilled as AshesTwo Dashes is a very excitable barrel racing horse. I can say usingthe product Dragon Paste has made a dramatic difference in her. It has helped maintain a “calm and cool” result without affecting her barrel horse attitude. Thank you, Equine Choice.”
Helpful Information & FAQs
Horses that are in training, competing, heavy work, and eating large amounts of grains or feeds benefit from Equine Choice supplements. Large meals quickly by-pass the stomach where starches and sugars end up in the hind gut causing lowered pH. This may result in excess gas, bloating, and hindgut acidosis. When good bacteria decrease the harmful bacteria in the hind gut start to take over. Equine Choice helps flourish the hind gut with beneficial bacteria, and regulates pH levels assisting in a proper functioning digestive system.
Horses that go off their feed, are under stress when showing, or do not drink well on long trips benefit from Equine Choice. Equine Choice paste can be given prior to shipping, while on the road, after arrival, and before showing for these types of horses.
Horses that are malnourished, rescued, or have an unknown history will benefit from Equine Choice supplements added to their diet. A proper functioning digestive tract will assist with weight gain and effective digestion of hay and feeds. Equine Choice paste will restore the horse’s digestive system to normal function; then followed by the granular supplement to maintain and support.
Broodmares benefit from Equine Choice supplements prior to and after foaling. As the fetus grows, compresses, and crowds the mare’s digestive tract. This may result in digestive upset or the mare going off her feed. Equine Choice replenishes good bacteria and assists with appetite. The use of Equine Choice paste on mares who are off their feed, or foaling will help restore and support proper function of the digestive system and assist with appetite.
Newborn horses benefit from Equine Choice paste as their digestive systems are without bacteria and not fully developed. Use of Equine Choice paste will reduce or eliminate foal scours while adding good bacteria to create an optimal environment for a properly functioning digestive system. A healthy digestive tract will assist with proper growth and a healthy immune system.
Weaning is a stressful time for young horses. Using Equine Choice paste prior to and after weaning ensures consistent appetite and decrease digestive upsets due to stress and changes in diet.
Some breeding stallions are under stress during breeding season. Use of Equine Choice will maintain a consistent appetite and prevent digestive upsets from stress and changes in routine.
Antibiotics will deplete the amount of good bacteria in the hind gut. Equine Choice supplements will replenish the good bacteria and assist in any digestive issues the horse may be having resulting from antibiotics. Equine Choice helps restore the horse to normal digestive function.
Equine Choice paste will help with horses that have been wormed and have a compromised digestive system due to the amount of worms in their system. Equine Choice helps restore the horse to normal digestive function. Equine Choice supplements are safe to use with all worming programs.
When changing feed or hay due to the time of year or situation Equine Choice will aid in the transition as the digestive system adjusts to the new diet.
Horses prone to bouts of colic and gas should receive Equine Choice supplements daily to assist with proper fibre digestion helping lessen the buildup of gas due to improper starch digestion and hindgut acidosis. Equine Choice is not a treatment for colic due to twists or impaction, but may help prevent these issues with a proper functioning digestive system. Equine Choice supplements are not a substitute for proper veterinary care.
Horses have evolved to be continually feeding, which means acid is continuously secreted into the stomach. This means that prolonged periods without food to neutralise that acid can lead to ulcerations. When horses are denied free access to feed or fail to eat, ulcers can develop rapidly. The use of Equine Choice AFX, along with Equine Choice Granular Supplement daily, the stomach acid will be buffered and a coating will line the stomach to assist in repairing ulcerations.
Many factors can be the cause of loose stool or diarrhea including sickness, toxin ingestion, bad bacteria, or grain overload. To stop this metabolic issue a horse needs to rebalance the good bacteria and digestive enzymes. The Equine Choice Prebiotic + Probiotic paste will quickly replenish good bacteria, and bind with toxins to assist with the toxin removal. The paste will reduce diarrhea and in some cases, eliminate it while restoring proper digestive function. Using Equine Choice granular daily will help prevent this from reoccurring.
IR is the loss of insulin sensitivity on a cellular level. The horse will become intolerant to carbohydrates and sugars. This issue is typically related to obesity and laminitis in horses. Proper function of the digestive system is essential to ensuring the excess sugars and carbohydrates are not pushed through to the hind gut where they can cause a buildup of lactic acid, lower the pH, and destroy beneficial bacteria. Equine Choice has digestive enzymes to assist with carbohydrate digestion and will help maintain the natural balance of the hind gut to assist with fibre fermentation.
The prebiotic in Equine Choice will bind with toxins and assist in removal from the horses digestive tract. The good bacteria and yeast will assist with fibre digestion and maintain healthy mucosal lining.
There are many reasons for obesity in horses, the most common cause is the animals diet. The belief that obese horses is better to have no feed and little hay can have its disadvantages. With horses being continuous feeding animals this may result in digestive issues, and lack of nutrients to complete the whole health of the horse. Proper nutrition and Equine Choice added to the program your horse can receive limited calories, while enough vitamins and minerals to be healthy.
Inflammation of the laminae is a very painful condition. Many factors can cause a horse to suffer from this condition including grain overload to ingestion of toxins. Equine Choice will reinforce the barrier function of the intestinal lining lowering the chance of toxins entering the blood stream. Continuous use of Equine Choice will assist in preventing further attacks of laminitis by helping the digestive track stay healthy and utilize nutrients correctly.
Large amounts of sugars and carbohydrates cannot be digested in the stomach and are pushed into the hind gut to be broken down creating gas and lactic acid build up. Lactic acid effects the pH level in the hind gut destroying beneficial bacteria. The daily use of Equine Choice will improve hind gut pH levels, flourish the hind gut with beneficial bacteria to promote appetite, and assist in proper fibre digestion.
PPID horses have a dysfunction in the pituitary gland. Most horses with this issue will have thick coats, fatty deposits, and fluctuation of hormones, but should be tested for a proper diagnosis. Cushing’s diagnosed horses that are on extended medications will benefit from Equine Choice to assist in rebuilding the proper gut flora as well as help maintain proper digestion of fibers and any carbohydrates that may be found in their feed.
EMS is an all-encompassing chronic issue that relates to insulin resistance and metabolic hormone imbalance leading to obesity, laminitis, and leaky gut syndrome. The horse will be unable to properly metabolize carbohydrates leading to insulin resistance. The enzymes in Equine Choice will help break down the carbohydrates that the body cannot metabolize properly. Equine Choice will help with fibre digestion which makes up a majority of an EMS horse’s diet.
Horses will present symptoms of muscle stiffness, and pain. Tying up can attack a fit horse sporadically or a horse with pre-existing conditions chronically. Equine Choice supplements daily will ensure better absorption of electrolytes and minerals. To prevent acute episodes of stress and tying up Equine Choice paste should be given before riding or showing.
Horses with PSSM may have muscle tremors and in extreme cases will tie up. The horse is unable to break down excess sugars and carbohydrates instead absorbing them into the muscle. Typically this is a hereditary issue in drafts, paints, and quarter horses. A properly formulated diet with Equine Choice Supplement will assist a PSSM horse in proper digestion of the special needs diet, and relieve strain on the kidneys from the extra minerals given. The digestive enzymes in Equine Choice will also help break down the sugars and carbohydrate before they enter the hind gut making mineral digestion more effective.
When a young horse’s body is properly using the nutrients given it will have a positive effect on growth rates. Young horses with DOD who are on stall rest or medication to deal with the condition can benefit from Equine Choice to prevent any digestive disruptions and maintain the proper function of the digestive system.