Name

Science Supplements

Legal name

Science Supplements

Website

https://sciencesupplements.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Nutritional Supplements

NAICS

Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119), Pet and Pet Supplies Retailers (45991)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Equine Supplements & Additives (Vitamins/Minerals, Joint, Digestive, Electrolytes) (AFADAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Equine Nutrition & Therapeutic Diets (HLAMAHAE), Species-Specific Supplements (Dog/Cat/Other Companion Species) (HLAMALAN), Calming & Behavioral Support Supplements (HLAMALAD)

Keywords

• Equine nutritional supplements
• Canine joint supplements
• Horse feed balancers
• Animal digestive supplements
• Equine calming supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Blackmill

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sales of horse and dog nutritional supplements through e-commerce and phone orders. Products available in various sizes with subscription options offering 10% savings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Science Supplements manufactures and sells research-backed nutritional supplements for horses and dogs, formulated with high-grade, clinically proven ingredients developed by veterinary surgeons and PhD-level equine scientists. Its own UFAS- and BETA NOPS-certified production facility supports full ingredient traceability and FEI-legal product compliance. Products span joint, calming, gastric, digestive, hoof, respiratory, muscle, immune, liver, skin and coat, and vitamin/mineral categories for both species, with a subscription option offering 10% repeat-order savings.

Product overview

Science Supplements is a UK-based manufacturer of research-backed horse and dog nutritional supplements. The product portfolio spans multiple therapeutic categories including joint support (FlexAbility range with Professional and Plus+ variants), calming and behaviour (ProKalm and HormonAid), digestive and gastric health (Gut Balancer, GastroKind, MycoBind), electrolytes and energy (Complete Electrolytes, SafeSalt, EnerGex), respiratory health (RespirAid range), hoof care (4Feet range), muscle support (Muscle Builder, MuscleAid), immune and liver support (ImmunAid, LiverAid), skin and coat health, and vitamin/mineral nutrition (WellHorse feed balancers, Natural E). The company also offers equine care products including shampoos, sprays, and detanglers, plus branded apparel. For dogs, the range includes joint supplements (FlexAbility K9), calming (ProKalm K9), aging support (Old Friend K9), skin and coat (Skin & Coat K9), and digestion (Healthy Tummy K9). All products are formulated with high-grade, clinically proven ingredients and manufactured in a UFAS and BETA NOPS certified facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FlexAbility: Highest specification joint supplement range for horses, including FlexAbility Plus+ and FlexAbility Professional variants
• ProKalm
• GastroKind
• Gut Balancer
• WellHorse
• Old Friend K9
• FlexAbility K9
• Healthy Tummy K9
• Skin & Coat K9

Products and services

• FlexAbility Plus+ Horse Joint Supplement Comprehensive equine joint supplement containing glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, hyaluronic acid, DHA, EPA, and vitamin C, backed by peer-reviewed research; designed for horses with joint stiffness and mobility needs.
• FlexAbility Professional Horse Joint Supplement Premium equine joint supplement for high-performance horses formulated with Boswellia, Green Lipped Mussel, Collagen Peptides and Rosehip in addition to the FlexAbility base ingredients.
• ProKalm Horse Calming Supplement Equine calming supplement blending herbs and amino acids to promote calm, relaxed yet alert behaviour; competition-legal and free from magnesium, valerian and tryptophan.
• Gut Balancer Horse Gut Supplement Equine hindgut support supplement combining prebiotics, probiotics and protected live yeast to maintain digestive function; BETA Innovation Award winner.
• Gut Balancer Express Horse Gut Supplement Fast-acting equine digestive support supplement for periods of stress, dietary change, travel, worming or antibiotic treatment.
• GastroKind Horse Gastric Support Supplement Equine gastric supplement with 9 active ingredients developed in conjunction with vets and equine nutritionists to support stomach health and control acidity.
• Complete Electrolytes Horse Electrolyte Supplement Equine electrolyte supplement delivering sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium and magnesium using Micro Encapsulation Technology for sustained performance support.
• SafeSalt Horse Salt Supplement Equine salt supplement for horses in light work or rest, with Micro Encapsulation Technology for gentler stomach delivery.
• EnerGex Horse Energy Supplement Equine energy supplement providing fast, sustained release of energy from a disaccharide, with a low-glycaemic profile supporting fat oxidation during exercise.
• WellHorse Leisure Horse Feed Balancer Equine feed balancer providing balanced vitamins, microminerals and macrominerals to NRC and BASF recommended levels for horses in light work.
• WellHorse Veteran Horse Feed Balancer Equine feed balancer for older horses combining balanced vitamins and minerals with added joint, gut health and immune support.
• WellHorse Performance Horse Feed Balancer Equine feed balancer for performance horses with elevated vitamin and mineral provision plus joint and gut health support.
• 4Feet Plus+ Horse Hoof Supplement Equine hoof supplement combining high-specification nutrients to improve hoof horn condition, reduce cracking and splitting, and support hoof and skin health.
• 4Feet Horse Hoof Supplement Equine hoof supplement based on bioavailable biotin research to support hoof horn quality.
• ImmunAid Horse Immune Support Supplement Equine immune and recovery supplement combining antioxidants, DHA, Omega 3, Echinacea, Milk Thistle Extract and B vitamin complex.
• LiverAid Horse Liver Supplement Equine liver support supplement combining antioxidants, Milk Thistle Extract, prebiotics and essential vitamins.
• Muscle Builder Horse Muscle Supplement Equine muscle-building supplement providing amino acids to support muscle development, repair, recovery, strength, power and stamina.
• MuscleAid Horse Muscle Soreness Supplement Equine muscle soreness supplement combining natural Vitamin E, Organic Selenium, HMB, L-Carnitine and Astaxanthin to support recovery after exercise.
• RespirAid DHA Horse Respiratory Supplement Long-term equine respiratory supplement combining DHA and EPA with antioxidants to manage cough, nasal discharge and breathing problems.
• RespirAid Express Horse Respiratory Supplement Fast-acting equine respiratory supplement supporting capillary blood vessels around the lungs; results in as little as seven days.
• Natural E Horse Vitamin E and Selenium Supplement Equine natural Vitamin E and Organic Selenium supplement delivering 3,000 IU Vitamin E activity per daily feed for horses in work, older horses and breeding stock.
• HormonAid Horse Behaviour Supplement Equine hormonal behaviour supplement supporting female hormone balance and reducing anxious behaviour in mares.
• AntiFlam Horse Joint Supplement Equine anti-inflammatory joint syringe with natural, high-concentration ingredients supporting soundness during intense exercise, hard ground use or post-exercise recovery.
• MycoBind Horse Immune Supplement Equine mycotoxin binder that limits absorption of mycotoxins from forage and feed and supports a healthy digestive environment.
• Skin and Coat Horse Supplement Equine skin and coat supplement combining 13 active ingredients to support coat and skin condition in horses with poor, damaged or sensitive skin.
• Pure Linseed Oil for Horses Equine linseed oil supplement high in omega-3 with added Vitamin E to improve coat, skin, condition and aid weight gain.
• Aloe Vera Horse Shampoo Equine shampoo providing optimal moisture balance and a healthy shiny coat, suitable for horses with sensitive skin.
• Bright White Horse Shampoo Premium equine whitening shampoo rich in Keratin for a calming and moisturising effect on sensitive skin, without bleaching.
• Coat Shine and Condition Spray Long-lasting equine sparkle spray with an anti-static formula that moisturises skin and helps repel stains.
• Mane and Tail Detangler Long-lasting leave-in equine conditioner spray with quick anti-static and powerful detangling action.
• Science Supplements Ladies Waterproof Gilet Branded ladies waterproof gilet with removable hood, embroidered logo design and branded zippers, sold as a standalone merchandise item.
• Science Supplements Waterproof Jacket Branded waterproof jacket available in men's and ladies fits, sold as a standalone merchandise item.
• FlexAbility Regular K9 Dog Joint Supplement Canine joint supplement aiding stiff joints, promoting mobility and supporting natural repair for dogs.
• FlexAbility Working K9 Dog Joint Supplement Enhanced canine joint supplement for hardworking or older dogs combining the Regular K9 formulation with omega-3 DHA and EPA, Boswellia and curcumin.
• Old Friend K9 Dog Supplement Canine supplement for aging dogs combining brain support (L-Carnitine and DHA), mobility, heart, sight and immune support.
• ProKalm K9 Dog Behaviour Supplement Canine calming supplement combining lemon balm, L-theanine and passion flower to ease stress and anxiety in nervous dogs.
• Skin and Coat K9 Dog Supplement Canine skin and coat supplement that calms sensitive skin, supports a shiny coat, and aids itchy and flaky skin.
• Healthy Tummy K9 Dog Digestion Supplement Canine digestive supplement containing E. faecium probiotic at 10,000 million CFU per medium-dog serving to support healthy digestion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Clinical trials suggest 6-7 out of 10 stiff horses benefit from FlexAbility in maintaining normal joint function
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dr David MarlincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Founder and scientific visionary with 25 years experience in the horse industry. Worked with FEI, IOC and as consultant to British Equestrian Teams since 1994. Author of books and over 200 scientific papers. Developed Science Supplements products to fulfill need for quality supplements with clinically proven ingredients.
• Animal Health TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration partner for joint supplement FlexAbility studies and other product development work.
• Hartpury CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic research partner for equine nutrition studies.
• University of EdinburghminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic research partner for equine science research.
• Oklahoma State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic research partner for equine nutrition and supplementation studies.
• Various Veterinary Practices WorldwideminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with veterinary practices globally to bring latest research and products to market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Nettex Equine: UK equine care and supplement brand covering calming, hoof, coat and first aid. Comparable omnichannel (D2C + retail) presence and overlap with several Science Supplements product categories.
• Global Herbs: UK equine herbal supplement specialist offering calming, joints, gastric and respiratory products. Comparable D2C + retailer model and condition-led positioning targeting horse owners.
• Kentucky Equine Research (KER): International equine nutrition research and supplement company producing research-backed feeds and supplements. Comparable science-led positioning, peer-reviewed research, and broad equine product portfolio.
• Equine America (EA): UK/US equine supplement brand competing in joint, calming, gastric, hoof and performance categories. Direct overlap with Science Supplements' portfolio and customer base across professional and amateur riders.
• Lintbells (YuMOVE): UK animal supplement company best known for YuMOVE joint supplement for dogs and horses. Closely comparable in joint/mobility focus, marketing claims around clinical evidence, and multi-species supplement strategy.
• Hilton Herbs: UK equine (and canine) herbal supplement brand with strong D2C and stockist presence. Comparable in targeting horse owners with natural/herbal positioning and overlapping condition-led product lines.
• NAF (Natural Animal Feeds): UK-based equine supplement manufacturer with overlapping product categories (joints, calming, digestion, hoof, respiratory). Comparable D2C + retailer distribution model and similar premium positioning targeting horse owners.

Broad incumbents

• Dodson & Horrell: Long-established UK equine feed and supplement manufacturer (part of Mars/Horze group) with broad portfolio including supplements, balancers, and complete feeds. Competes on shelf across many of the same categories but at larger scale and broader assortment.
• Purina (Nestlé) Animal Nutrition: Global animal nutrition leader with broad equine, canine and livestock portfolios. Historical Science Supplements partner (US distribution 2003-2012) and a benchmark for scale, distribution and R&D intensity in the category.

Regional players

• Pavo (Horsefeed): Major European equine feed and supplement manufacturer based in the Netherlands. Comparable portfolio (balancers, supplements, performance nutrition) but primarily serves continental Europe rather than the UK D2C market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/sciencesupplements
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/science-supplements
• Instagraminstagram.com/sciencesupplements_uk

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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