Vitality Barn

Vitality Barn Formerly Elite H**p - Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands
EliteH**p.VI

Proudly carrying top quality, human grade products for equines, canines and other livestock on Vancouver Island, BC.
- Elite H**p
- TriSana Nutrition
- Miss.Kings Bling
- Draw it Out
- Adored Beast
- Chick'N Swell
- More coming soon!

03/04/2026

Foals are building everything — bone, muscle, connective tissue, immune resilience — all at once.

A growing foal between 4–12 months of age may require 700–1,000 grams of crude protein daily depending on size and growth rate. But again, the number alone doesn’t tell the full story.

Essential amino acids like lysine are critical for skeletal development. Methionine supports tissue integrity. Threonine contributes to gut and immune health.

Many young horses are transitioned onto forage-heavy diets assuming hay will “cover the basics.” But average grass hay at 9–10% protein may not fully support steady, correct growth without additional protein balance.

And remember — as hay matures before cutting, fiber increases and protein decreases. Nutrient density is highest when harvested earlier in its growth stage.

Healthy growth is steady growth. Not rapid growth. Not forced growth.

Plant-based proteins like h**p provide a naturally broad amino acid spectrum that can complement forage when used thoughtfully in a balanced feeding program.

What does your young horse’s growth plan look like this year?

— Elite H**p
If you’d like to discuss whether Elite H**p products may support your growing horses, message us and we’ll connect you with a distributor.

🐴✨ Equine Gut Soothe - The Adored Beast ApothecaryAn equine-species specific probiotic formulated to support your horse ...
03/03/2026

🐴✨ Equine Gut Soothe - The Adored Beast Apothecary

An equine-species specific probiotic formulated to support your horse from the inside out.

Crafted with the finest ingredients and designed to soothe, replenish, and protect the gut lining — because true vitality starts within.

🌿 Made From The Finest Ingredients:
• Multi-Strain Probiotic Blend
• Equine-Specific Probiotic Strain
• Larch Arabinogalactan
• Slippery Elm Bark
• Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice
• N-Acetyl Glucosamine
• L-Glutamine Amino Acid
• Marshmallow Root
• Aloe Vera

💜 Why You’ll Love It:
A proprietary blend of herbs, prebiotics, and probiotics that can help:
✔️ Soothe and replenish the gut lining
✔️ Combat pathogens
✔️ Support immune function
✔️ Help protect against ulcers, colitis & GI inflammation
✔️ Support acidity balance
✔️ Aid in the management of leaky gut

With 10 billion CFU wide-spectrum probiotics for comprehensive digestive support.

Formulated to be versatile and effective for horses needing daily gut support or additional digestive care.

Available now at:
🌐 www.vitalitybarn.ca
Or
Message us to arrange pick-up on Vancouver Island from Langford to Courtenay!

🌷 Spring is just around the corner! Now is the perfect time to add Moody Mare to your horses nutrition plan.❤️‍🔥 Moody M...
03/03/2026

🌷 Spring is just around the corner! Now is the perfect time to add Moody Mare to your horses nutrition plan.
❤️‍🔥 Moody Mare is a great option for supporting the comfort of mares throughout their cycle.

💜 Send us a message or visit our website to order yours today!
Www.vitalitybarn.ca

02/28/2026
We love to do the happy dance,And that's all because of you!
02/27/2026

We love to do the happy dance,
And that's all because of you!

02/26/2026

Lactation is where nutritional demand truly spikes.

A 500 kg mare in early lactation may require 1,200–1,500 grams of crude protein per day — nearly double maintenance levels. Milk production is protein intensive, especially in the first 2–3 months post-foaling.

If dietary intake doesn’t meet demand, the mare will pull from her own muscle tissue. That’s why some mares lose topline quickly even when they “look like they’re eating enough.”

Here’s the part many people miss: hay alone rarely supports peak lactation requirements. Even high-quality 12% protein hay fed at 2% body weight provides roughly 1,200 grams of crude protein — and that’s at the upper end of forage quality. If hay tests lower, the gap widens quickly.

And as hay ages in storage, certain nutrients — especially vitamins and omega-rich components — degrade over time. The feed tag might not reflect what’s actually bioavailable months later.

Supporting a lactating mare means looking beyond just calories and ensuring amino acid density supports both her body and her foal’s development.

H**p can serve as a complementary plant-based protein source within a balanced ration, contributing amino acids alongside beneficial fatty acids.

Have you noticed body condition changes during peak milk production?

— Elite H**p
If you’d like to learn more about supporting lactating mares with Elite H**p, send us a message and we’ll connect you with a distributor.

📣 NORTH ISLAND Delivery Day!✅️ All Elite H**p British Columbia products are available✅️ Large selection of TriSana Nutri...
02/26/2026

📣 NORTH ISLAND Delivery Day!

✅️ All Elite H**p British Columbia products are available
✅️ Large selection of TriSana Nutrition for both Equine & Canine
✅️ The Adored Beast Apothecary for Equine, Canine & Feline

🕙 When: FRIDAY, March 6, 2026

📍 Destination: Evolution Equestrian Co. Courtenay, BC

💥 You've asked, and we've answered. New pick-up locations added!*

MORE EXCITING NEWS & GIVEAWAY COMING SOON!

*Locations listed are tentatively planned and subject to change based on demand. Let us know where you'd like to pick-up!

💜 Send a message with any inquiries or arrange what pick-up option works best for you!

Visit www.vitalitybarn.ca to see our full selection of products!

💥 NEW Langford - Permanent pick-up location, by appointment only

✨️ Ladysmith - Pick-up always available, by appointment only

🇨🇦 Canada wide shipping always available

02/25/2026
02/25/2026

Which Elite H**p Product Is Right For You?

One of the most common questions we receive is:
“What’s the difference between Builder, Cool, Evolve, and H**p Seed Oil — and which one does my horse actually need?”

The answer isn’t about which one is “best.”
It’s about which nutritional gap you’re trying to fill.

Let’s break it down clearly.

If your horse needs muscle development, improved topline, or recovery support — you’re looking at Elite Builder.

Builder is our highest protein option at 32% crude protein and delivers all 10 essential amino acids, including branch chain amino acids (BCAAs) that directly support muscle repair and growth. This is ideal for performance horses, breeding stallions, lactating mares, growing horses, or any horse struggling to maintain lean muscle. It fills the amino acid gap.

If your horse is anxious, reactive, or needs steady energy without the spike — that’s where Elite Cool fits.

Cool provides moderate protein (15%), digestible fibre (40%), magnesium, tryptophan, and naturally occurring terpenes. It’s designed to support focus, gut health, and nervous system balance. This is for the horse that doesn’t need more fuel — just better fuel.

If your horse needs safe weight gain, metabolic support, or improved coat condition — you’re likely looking at Elite Evolve.

Evolve provides fibre (50%), fat (12%), moderate protein (15%), and a balanced fatty acid profile including Omega 3, Omega 6, and Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA). This is the conditioning support option — ideal for horses needing added calories without excess starch.

And if your primary goal is cellular health, skin and coat improvement, joint support, or concentrated essential fatty acids — Elite H**p Seed Oil may be the right choice.

Cold-pressed and unrefined, the oil delivers Omega 3, Omega 6 (including GLA), Omega 9, and natural vitamin E. It’s a powerful way to support inflammatory balance and metabolic function at the cellular level.

So how do you choose?

Ask yourself:

Are we building muscle? → Builder
Are we improving focus and calming energy? → Cool
Are we improving condition and metabolic balance? → Evolve
Are we targeting fatty acids and cellular support? → H**p Seed Oil

And sometimes the answer is combination feeding — using Builder for amino acids and Evolve or Oil for fatty acid support, depending on the animal’s needs.

The beauty of the Elite H**p line is that each product serves a specific nutritional purpose. It’s not about adding h**p. It’s about adding the right h**p.

If you’re unsure which gap your horse or dog may have, we’re happy to help you think it through.

— Elite H**p
If you’d like to talk further about which Elite H**p product fits your animal’s needs, send us a message and we’ll connect you with a distributor.

🎊Attention SOUTH ISLAND Vitality Barn Customers!🎊Exciting News📍There is now a Langford pick up location📍💟All Elite H**p ...
02/24/2026

🎊Attention SOUTH ISLAND Vitality Barn Customers!🎊
Exciting News
📍There is now a Langford pick up location📍

💟All Elite H**p products
💟Large selection of TriSana Nutrition products
💟Large selection of The Adored Beast Apothecary

🐴 send a message with any inquiries 🐶

💜Visit www.vitalitybarn.ca to our full selection of products 💜

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