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R&D Update: Why We Did Not Launch HMB Equine Complete
R&D update why HMB Equine Complete did not launch testing discipline and formula review
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September 2, 2023
Jon Conklin

R&D Update: Why We Did Not Launch HMB Equine Complete

A Draw It Out® product-development note explaining why HMB Equine Complete did not move forward,...
Understanding PSSM in Horses: The Role of HMB Equine Complete for Peak Performance
Understanding PSSM in Horses: The Role of HMB Equine Complete for Peak Performance - Draw it Out®
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September 1, 2023
Jon Conklin

Understanding PSSM in Horses: The Role of HMB Equine Complete for Peak Performance

In the world of equine sports, Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM) can be a performance roadblock....
Pledging Equine Well-Being: Our Unyielding Commitment to Safe Ingredients in Draw it Out & ShowBarn Secret Products Introduction
Pledging Equine Well-Being: Our Unyielding Commitment to Safe Ingredients in Draw it Out & ShowBarn Secret Products Introduction - Draw it Out®
August 31, 2023
Jon Conklin

Pledging Equine Well-Being: Our Unyielding Commitment to Safe Ingredients in Draw it Out & ShowBarn Secret Products Introduction

In the realm of equine care, Draw it Out and ShowBarn Secret shine as beacons...
Electrolyte Paste for Picky Horses: Feeding Routine and Use Notes
Electrolyte paste for picky horses feeding routine hydration and label directions
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August 30, 2023
Jon Conklin

Electrolyte Paste for Picky Horses: Feeding Routine and Use Notes

A practical guide to offering electrolyte paste to picky horses, including feeding routines, label directions,...
Stability GI Paste: Ingredients, Feeding Context, and Label Reading
Stability GI Paste ingredients feeding context probiotics enzymes and label reading
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August 29, 2023
Jon Conklin

Stability GI Paste: Ingredients, Feeding Context, and Label Reading

A practical ingredient guide to Stability GI Paste, including B vitamins, probiotics, enzymes, feeding context,...
Electrolyte Imbalances and Equine Gastric Ulcers: Unveiling a Potential Link
Electrolyte Imbalances and Equine Gastric Ulcers: Unveiling a Potential Link - Draw it Out®
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August 28, 2023
Jon Conklin

Electrolyte Imbalances and Equine Gastric Ulcers: Unveiling a Potential Link

Uncover the potential link between electrolyte imbalances and equine gastric ulcers. Learn how sodium, potassium,...
Hydro-Lyte GastroCell™: Electrolyte and Gut-Support Context
Hydro-Lyte GastroCell electrolyte gut support context feeding habits and label reading
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August 25, 2023
Jon Conklin

Hydro-Lyte GastroCell™: Electrolyte and Gut-Support Context

A practical product-context guide to Hydro-Lyte GastroCell™, including electrolyte routines, gut-support positioning, ingredient context, feeding...
Hydro-Lyte® Electro Balance Recovery Paste: When Electrolyte Support Fits
Hydro-Lyte Electro Balance Recovery Paste: Elevating Equine Well-being Through Optimal Electrolyte Balance - Draw it Out®
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August 25, 2023
Jon Conklin

Hydro-Lyte® Electro Balance Recovery Paste: When Electrolyte Support Fits

A full Draw It Out® Horse Health Care News guide to Hydro-Lyte® Electro Balance Recovery...
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Jon Conklin, Founder of Draw It Out® Horse Health Care Solutions

Founder Jon Conklin answers real riders’ questions about recovery, show prep, and natural performance care. If you’ve got one for him, send it in — it might show up right here next month.

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What makes Draw It Out® different from other liniments?

We’re show-safe, sensation-free, and naturally-derived. No menthol, alcohol, or burn — just deep relief built to perform. I made it because I was tired of seeing good horses react to harsh ingredients. Every batch has to pass one test: would I use it on my own horse?

Can I use Draw It Out® right before a show or event?

Absolutely. That’s what it’s made for. There’s no tingle, scent, or banned substance risk — so you can apply it before, during, or after competition without worrying about irritation or compliance issues.

How often should I apply the gel for best results?

Use it daily for maintenance and after heavy work or hauling for recovery. Massage a thin layer directly into legs or sore areas — no need to rinse. The gel absorbs fast and leaves zero residue under wraps or boots.

Is it safe for sensitive-skinned horses?

Yes — that’s one of our core values. Draw It Out® is free from menthol, witch hazel, dyes, and alcohol, so even the most sensitive horses get the relief they need without reaction or drying.

What’s next for Draw It Out®?

We’re always developing better ways to care for horses — from advanced recovery tools to new naturally-derived topicals. But we’ll never sacrifice our roots: show-safe, sensation-free relief for real riders.

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