When choosing equine bedding, the health of your equine friend’s respiratory system should be a top priority. Look out for EASYBREATHE and Microcote.
While many bedding brands claim to be low in dust, not all are created equal. At Bed-Down, we’ve taken equine welfare a step further with our unique EASYBREATHE™ and Microcote™ processes, designed to minimise airborne dust and promote cleaner, safer stabling.
Our EASYBREATHE™ dust extraction technology is at the core of everything we produce. Horses are particularly vulnerable to airborne irritants, and even small amounts of dust can lead to serious respiratory issues such as equine asthma or chronic coughing. Rather than waiting for symptoms to appear, our equine bedding tackles the problem at source by significantly reducing harmful particles before the bale even reaches your stable. The result is a fresher, safer environment that helps support your horse’s lung function not just at rest, but during training and competition too. Good respiratory health is vital for performance horses as much as for those simply enjoying turnout and hacking.
Building on this foundation, our Excel Plus equine bedding range features a pioneering advancement, Microcote™. This patented technology doesn’t just rely on dust extraction; it actively locks in residual dust after the initial cleaning process. It’s a second line of defence, preventing particles from becoming airborne again once the bedding is laid down. From bedding disturbance to movement around the stable, Microcote™ works continuously to reduce the amount of dust your horse breathes in.
This makes Excel Plus an excellent choice for horses with existing or potential respiratory problems, including those prone to COPD or ‘heaves’. It’s also ideal for high-performance horses in disciplines like showjumping, eventing, or endurance, where lung capacity and respiratory comfort are critical. Importantly, Microcote™ is completely safe and gentle, ensuring no compromise on comfort or health.
Investing in the right equine bedding isn’t just about cleanliness; it’s about safeguarding your horse’s wellbeing and helping them to breathe easy.
If your local tack shop or animal supplies store doesn’t yet stock Bed-Down bedding, put them in touch with us and we’ll put that right!
For more information, contact us today on 01986 785278 or at info@bed-down.co.uk.
