An Argument for SynChill: Meeting Horses in the Middle

Why SynChill?

Short answer: To smooth a rough transition, because people are always asking horses to do unnatural things, in unnatural places, at unnatural times.
Discussion:
Horses, as we know, are unusually charitable creatures.
After all, most prey animals would flatly deny us our peculiar desires to dress them up and cling to their backs on a whim. We humans, despite our best intentions for our horses, usually disregard one or more of their all-important “Three Fs” (Forage, Friends, and Freedom) along the way.
This is not to say that horses hate every moment we impose something on them—not at all, in fact! That’s a fantastic thing about equines—they “get” us, can learn to love their jobs, appreciate caretaking, seek out our companionship, and the list goes on. But, again, these things go against their hard-wiring.
SynChill, like patience and time, is here to help bridge the gap between wild prey animal and dead broke kid horse, but by science. The science of safety, that is, by way of serotonin.

________________________________________

What Is SynChill™?

SynChill™ is a drug-free calming supplement designed to help horses manage stress and fear in high-pressure environments. It supports focus and confidence without sedation, promoting a safer experience for both horse and rider.

Is SynChill™ Show-Safe?

Yes. SynNutra Equine® maintains its commitment to providing SHOW-SAFE products for your horses in competition.  SynChill™ with Equience® is SHOW-SAFE and will not test. We continue to monitor regulatory developments closely to ensure full compliance.

________________________________________

Can SynChill be Used at USEF-Sanctioned Events?

Yes. SynNutra Equine® maintains its commitment to providing SHOW-SAFE products for your horses in competition.  SynChill™ with Equience® is SHOW-SAFE and will not test. We continue to monitor regulatory developments closely to ensure full compliance

________________________________________

About Dr. Edwin L. Simpson, D.V.M.

Dr. Edwin L. Simpson, the founder of SynNutra Equine, dedicated over 30 years to the health and safety of horses as a veterinarian in Southern California’s thoroughbred racing industry. These efforts contributed to the formation SynNutra Equine.
Notable relevant contributions:
• Advocated for the banning of systemic anabolic steroids in horses.
• Advocated for mandatory veterinary exams to ensure horse soundness before racing or training. (At the time, soundness exams were provided at no cost to owners.)

________________________________________

SynChill is designed with equine health, safety, and regulatory compliance in mind, making it a reliable choice for equine athletes.

What is the purpose of SynChill?

Short(ish) Answer: To help manage fear in horses, fostering a safer environment for both horse and rider during competitive and high-stress events.

Discussion:
Horse are herbivorous prey animals. On the “Fight-or-Flight” spectrum, horses lean heavily to “Flight.” Equestrian events, such as shows, rodeos, races, etc., expose horses to environments that are inherently unnatural for them.
In these settings, horses often perceive themselves as surrounded by predators—primarily humans. This heightened awareness can lead to increased stress and an amplified fear response.
Under these conditions, horses often have very dramatic responses to sights and sounds that people barely notice. These responses can be very dangerous to the horse and the human.
SynChill is specifically formulated to help mitigate these fear responses, fostering a safer environment for both horse and rider during competitive and high-stress events.