Kohnke's Own

Kohnke's Own Equine nutrition company with quality Kohnke's Own products for horses, with information and advice on horse management, feeding, training and competition
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John and his wife Kaye founded John Kohnke Products and developed the Kohnke’s Own range of nutritional and health care products to further their commitment to equine care, incorporating the latest research and nutritional guidelines in Australia and overseas. John’s reputation for honest advice and information, combined with his belief in quality ingredients and high standards in manufacturing, has led John Kohnke Products, a family owned company, to become arguably the leader in equine nutritional supplements in Australia. The flagship of the Kohnke’s Own range is the Supplet®, an innovative supplement pellet scientifically formulated to ensure optimum stability, uptake and utilisation of trace-minerals and vitamins, without detrimental nutrient interactions, dust or waste. There are 6 separate pellets that contain compatible nutrient groups, which are blended in specific ratios based upon the needs of different horses. We also have a range of popular powdered products and horse health care products that are well known for their potency and effectiveness.

Sometimes gently…Sometimes the hard way 😅What’s something your horse has taught you? 📩 DM, email or call us tod...
01/03/2026

Sometimes gently…
Sometimes the hard way 😅

What’s something your horse has taught you?

📩 DM, email or call us today to book your free ration analysis! 📞 1800 112 227

27/02/2026

Confused about which Kohnke’s Own ration balancer to use? 🐴

It depends on:
✔️ Age
✔️ Workload
✔️ Forage quality and availability
✔️ Body condition

Let us simplify it for you 👇
https://kohnkesown.typeform.com/to/OSpG175S

25/02/2026

What a fantastic few days we had on the Kohnke’s Own trade stand at Willinga Park’s Dressage by the Sea!

It was wonderful catching up with so many of our loyal customers, hearing your success stories, and helping fine-tune supplement programs face-to-face. We also loved meeting plenty of new riders discovering Kohnke’s Own for the first time — and of course, making a few furry friends along the way 🐾

We were especially proud to be there supporting our sponsored rider Susan Elekessy, and to see such a high standard of competition throughout the event.

A huge thank you to the organisers for delivering such a beautifully run and professionally managed competition. We’re already looking forward to the next one!

Does My Horse Need a Ration Balancer? 🤔 Horses who are fed a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet will generally pres...
24/02/2026

Does My Horse Need a Ration Balancer? 🤔

Horses who are fed a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet will generally present with better coat condition, hoof quality, top line and muscle development and will overall look and perform better.

There are many signs of nutrient deficiencies in horses and ponies, including:

- Poor coat condition
- Brittle or cracked hooves
- Lethargic or reluctant to work
- Limited ability to perform to their best
- Poor bowel movements including diarrhea
- Reduced immune function
- Changes in normal behaviour

Long term nutrient deficiencies can not only affect a horse’s external appearance and performance, but can result in more serious health conditions.

Factors that increase the risk of nutrient deficiency:
- Provided a diet of only grazing or hay
- Grazing on nutrient deficient soil
- Fed a 'complete' feed but not at the recommended rate
- Current diet is not balanced to provide essential vitamins and minerals

This is where the Kohnke’s Own can help! Our range of ration balancers are specifically formulated for each type of horse according to their age and discipline. The range includes Cell-Grow for breeding and growing horses, Cell-Provide for pleasure riding or senior, retired horses, Cell-Vital for all working horses, Cell-Perform for equestrian athletes and Cell-Ultimate suitable for all horses with added benefits of FABBY and Reboot HOOF+.

For more information, or to find out which ration balancer would suit your horse the best, PM us today!
https://kohnkesown.com.au/

“Muscle XL is unmatched in the market, there is no better muscle builder - the results are phenomenal. I utilise this as...
22/02/2026

“Muscle XL is unmatched in the market, there is no better muscle builder - the results are phenomenal. I utilise this as a supplement for aiding condition in my event horses and to prioritise recovery after strenuous training or competitions. The horses love it, and the palatability is a huge plus, some even drink it when mixed with water aiding in their rehydration!

I love using this with my team young horses and high-performance horses, we see a noticeable developmental difference within less than 2 weeks whilst maintaining their energy levels in a way that has no extra fizz.”

Emily H, NSW 🌟

20/02/2026

Boost Your Horse’s Muscle and Top-Line 💪🏽

Introducing Kohnke’s Own Muscle XL, the ultimate supplement for building muscle and strength in horses—fast!

✔ Quick Results - Packed with essential nutrients to enhance muscle tone and top-line swiftly.

✔ Non-Heating - Supports strength without causing excitement—perfect for show or performance horses.

✔ Aids Recovery - Enriched with L-glutamine, MSM, and Vitamin E for optimal recovery post-exercise.

✔ For Every Horse - Great for young, aged, or recovering horses; a favorite among equestrian pros!

Muscle XL is your natural choice for developing a stunning top-line and lasting muscle strength! 🌟


📩 DM, email or call us today to book your free ration analysis! 📞 1800 112 227

Gearing up for Dressage by the Sea! It's that time of year again, and the Kohnke's Own team will be in attendance at Dr...
19/02/2026

Gearing up for Dressage by the Sea!

It's that time of year again, and the Kohnke's Own team will be in attendance at Dressage by the Sea. 🌊🐴

Come and visit our stand to discuss equine nutrition, explore our range of products, and discover exclusive trade stand specials just for you!

We can't wait to see you all there! 🎉

📩 DM, email or call us today to book your free ration analysis! 📞 1800 112 227

Make the Most Out of Muscle XL 💪 Kohnke’s Own Muscle XL is used by a variety of horse owners to help build muscle tone q...
18/02/2026

Make the Most Out of Muscle XL 💪

Kohnke’s Own Muscle XL is used by a variety of horse owners to help build muscle tone quickly and easily! Muscle XL is suitable for all horses and ponies including:

- All horses after time off from work and competition
- Yearlings for Sales Prep
- Competition horses requiring extra muscle tone and condition
- Aged horses lacking muscle tone
- As recovery after hard work or competition
- Horses recovering from muscle related injuries such as sacroiliac issues and muscle sprains or tears, tying-up or other muscle problems.

Muscle XL can be given as a daily supplement in the evening meal, however for optimum results we suggest feeding Muscle XL within 15 minutes after a horse’s training session to provide all the essential branched chain amino acids and high quality protein when the muscles are warm and ready to uptake the ‘muscle food’ provided by Muscle XL!

An example of Muscle XL supplementation for a performance horse lacking muscle tone on return to work is as follows:

- For the first month of work, feed Muscle XL post-exercise mixed with a small feed of lucerne chaff – you should start to see results in only 10- 14 days!

- After desired muscle tone is reached, feed Muscle XL every 4-6 weeks for 4-5 days at a time to keep top-line and muscle build at optimum levels

- In the lead up to heavy work or competition, supplement with Muscle XL post work-out again for 3-4 days to build support muscle recovery and strength without fizz.

- During competition, supplement with Muscle XL after the workout or in the evening meal for the duration of the event. This will help muscle function and recovery after exercise, reduce soreness and keep your horse’s muscles prepared for each day.

If you have any questions about Muscle XL, reach out to the Kohnke's Own team today!

📩 DM, email or call us today to book your free ration analysis! 📞 1800 112 227

The Year of the Fire HorseFrom the fiery red mare, to the sweet old schoolmaster,From the giant feathered clydesdale, to...
17/02/2026

The Year of the Fire Horse

From the fiery red mare, to the sweet old schoolmaster,

From the giant feathered clydesdale, to the smallest paddock pony,

To every horse as well as those that live in our most treasured memories,

We see your strength, your beauty, your noble nature and your heart.

In this Chinese year of the Fire Horse, we celebrate you and your eternal spirit.

Kohnke’s Own sponsored rider Susan Elekessy rides her hot little red mare, Callum Park Geneva (‘Scarlet’). After years training this home bred mare from the start to Grand Prix level dressage, Susan appreciates Scarlet’s talent, her drive to try her best, but also her need for support and encouragement. Whilst Scarlet occasionally produces fireworks, Susan wouldn’t have her any other way.

🔎 Is Your Horse Showing Signs of Sacroiliac Pain?Lower back pain can quietly affect performance, behaviour and willingne...
16/02/2026

🔎 Is Your Horse Showing Signs of Sacroiliac Pain?

Lower back pain can quietly affect performance, behaviour and willingness to work — and one of the most common causes is sacroiliac (SI) joint discomfort.

Sacroiliac ligament strain, joint sprain, stress fractures and chronic arthritic pain account for around 50% of all back injuries, and research has shown that 15% of horses with back problems also have chronic sacroiliac injury

🚩 Common Signs to Watch For:

-Lugging or falling in on one rein
-Resisting transitions or throwing the head when asked to canter
-Loss of impulsion or “dipping” through the back
-Shortened hind stride or toe dragging
-Poor topline development
-Tail swishing under saddle
-Discomfort when lifting a hind leg

If your horse shows four or more of these signs, sacroiliac pain could be a contributing factor.

🩺 How Is It Diagnosed?

Diagnosis involves:

-Careful palpation of the sacroiliac region
-Assessment in-hand, on the lunge and under saddle
-Diagnostic analgesia (pain blocking)
-Imaging such as radiographs, ultrasound or scintigraphy where required.

Interestingly, studies showed that 98% of horses improved under saddle after diagnostic pain blocking, confirming SI involvement.

Always consult your veterinarian for accurate diagnosis.

🛠 Rehabilitation & Strengthening

Long-term paddock rest alone is often not the answer. Controlled rehabilitation that strengthens the sacroiliac ligaments and surrounding musculature offers the best chance of recovery

Helpful Strategies:

✔ Pre-exercise massage over the SI region
✔ Straight-line hand walking (avoid circular walkers early on)
✔ Ground pole work in a controlled pattern
✔ Lateral exercises such as shoulder-in “zig zags”
✔ Correct hind hoof balance — long toe/low heel can overload the lower back

Supporting ligament repair nutritionally with adequate vitamin A, zinc, copper, manganese and vitamin E is also important. In addition, providing high-quality essential amino acids to support muscle rebuilding around the sacroiliac region can assist recovery, and a targeted muscle support formula such as Kohnke’s Own Muscle XL™ helps supply concentrated branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) to encourage topline repair, strength and regeneration during rehabilitation.

💡 Handy Hint

A visible “hunter’s bump” isn’t always a problem — its significance depends on conformation, fitness and changes over time. However, increasing prominence combined with poor performance may warrant investigation

Sacroiliac pain can be frustrating and subtle, but with early recognition, veterinary guidance and a structured strengthening program, many horses return to comfortable work.

If you’re noticing changes in your horse’s way of going, it’s always worth investigating — back pain is more common than we think.

📩 DM, email or call us today to book your free ration analysis! 📞 1800 112 227

A big shoutout to everyone who participated in our Valentine's Day Giveaway! 💖 We loved hearing your heartwarming storie...
14/02/2026

A big shoutout to everyone who participated in our Valentine's Day Giveaway! 💖

We loved hearing your heartwarming stories about the special horses in your lives and how Kohnke's Own has made a difference for them.

Congratulations to our winners:

- Anna Harris
- Lisa Koppman
- kp.equestriann
- Sammi Hendriks
- Alana Morrissey-Smith

Address

Windsor, NSW

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+611800112227

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