Kentucky Performance Products

06/03/2026

"Progress starts with asking questions and testing them."

We couldn't agree more. If you're passionate about scientific research and its impact on equine health, management, and welfare, this is a great episode of the Vetrospective Podcast, featuring Dr. Carrie Finno of the UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine.

06/03/2026

Enter to win a $500 shopping spree!

Win a $500 Supplement Shopping Spree from Kentucky Performance Products   Enter for a chance to win YOUR CHOICE of equine supplements! 1st place prize: $500 KPP shopping spree 2nd place prize: $250 KPP shopping spree 3rd place prize: $150 KPP shopping spree

06/02/2026

FEI event rider Lisa Barry Equestrian is aiming to get her upper-level horse, Possum, five-star fit. She met up with KPP President Delia Nash to discuss how to dial in Possum's diet.

05/31/2026

Hard training produces oxidative stress that damages muscle and nerve cells. Diets deficient in antioxidants such as vitamin E cause increased oxidative damage. To support your horse's muscle and nerve cell recovery, choose Elevate® natural vitamin E. Shop now at the link in the comments.

05/30/2026

Horses with inadequate access to vitamin E will have lower tolerance to exercise — McMeniman and Hintz (1992)

A higher vitamin E intake is associated with less oxidative stress and enhanced antioxidant status in horses throughout an endurance ride — Williams (2003)

Polo ponies benefited from consumption of supplemental vitamin E, especially late in the competitive season when overtraining may have been an issue — Hoffman (2001)

The bottom line: Performance horses are susceptible to exercise-induced muscle damage without vitamin E.

Learn more how about vitamin E benefits performance horses at the link in the comments.

05/29/2026

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin. Dietary fat is necessary for its proper absorption within the small intestine.

Does that mean it's necessary to provide additional fat or oil to your horse when supplementing with natural vitamin E?

Because of the amount of fat horses consume in their regular diet, you do not need to add more to support the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins—most of the time. But there are exceptions to the rule.

Discover those exceptions at the link in the comments.

05/28/2026

Are you struggling to decide which form of Elevate® is right for your horse? How much vitamin E does your horse need, anyway? If you've got questions, we've got answers.

Take a look at six frequently asked questions about Elevate at the link in the comments.

05/27/2026

"My favorite things about USPC are the vast amount of knowledge I have learned through the equine management programs, the clinics USPC offers with professional riders, competition experience gained, friendships built with great riders and even better people, and lastly, my time as part of the National Youth Congress being a leader for the organization." - Brandy Benedix, Pickering Hunt Pony Club

We're proud to sponsor the The United States Pony Clubs Inc., (USPC) Official Page, which provides excellent educational opportunities for the next generation of up-and-coming equestrians! Read this great spotlight of Pony Club member Brandy Benedix at the link in the comments.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day we take a moment to thank the service members who have given all to protect and serve.

📹 Statue of Staff Sergeant Reckless, a highly decorated warhorse that earned official rank in the United States military. This statue is located in our home state of Kentucky, at the Kentucky Horse Park.

05/23/2026

Maxed out on grain, but still need to put a few more pounds on your horse? Consider adding Equi-Jewel® to your horse's diet.

Learn more about this high-fat and high-fiber supplement at the link in the comments.