QUESTION:

I find the concept of withdrawal times concerning and feel anxious about using products with a competition withdrawal period. How can I ensure that the supplements I give my horse are free from any withdrawal time?

ANSWER:

For several years now, only substances that require a competition withdrawal period are listed in specific registries. This means that every horse owner must check the product ingredients against these lists to ensure that the product is free from competition withdrawal.

In Sweden, there is an industry association, BSD, and the manufacturers who are members mark their products with a label that assures there is information on the product about any competition withdrawal period. This can be indicated by an icon or in text. This makes it easier for horse owners to select products and provides additional security.

We are members of BSD, and in our range, there are products with clearly marked withdrawal periods of 48 hours, 96 hours, or 14 days, all indicated by icons.