METHODS OF IMPROVING REPRODUCTIVE AND RESPIRATORY HEALTH

1 . A method for improving the per cycle pregnancy rate for maiden or barren equine mares, the method comprising administering a composition comprising flaxseed meal, algal DHA, vitamin E, and vitamin D3 at a daily dose of between 4-12 g per 110 lbs of body weight at least 10 days before coitus, and continuing to dose daily till at least 2 days post-coitus.

2 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition is administered at least 15 days before coitus and optionally for at least 5 days post-coitus.

3 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition is administered for at least 60 days before coitus and for at least 90 days post-coitus.

4 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises ingredients selected from the group consisting of vitamins, antioxidants, roughage, feed grade fat, sweeteners, preservatives, and flavorings.

5 . The method of claim 4 , wherein the composition further comprises sorbitol, ascorbic acid, alfalfa meal, sodium saccharin, propionic acid and artificial flavor.

6 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises total omega-3 fatty acids of 7,200 mg per 60 g dose.

7 . The method of claim 6 , wherein the composition further comprises 2,000 mg of DHA per 60 g dose.

8 . The method of claim 7 , wherein the composition further comprises 6000 IU of Vitamin D3, and 1000 IU of Vitamin E per 60 grams of total composition.

9 . A method for improving reproductive function in postpartum mares, the method comprising administering to a pregnant mare a composition comprising flaxseed meal, algal DHA, vitamin E, and vitamin D3 at a daily dose of between 4-12 g per 110 lbs of body weight at least 30 days before expected foaling, and continuing to dose daily through at least one postpartum ovulation.

10 . The method of claim 9 , wherein reproductive function is increased by hastening uterine involution and increasing ovarian blood flow.

11 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the composition is administered at least 90 days before expected foaling.

12 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the composition is administered through at least two postpartum ovulations.

13 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the composition further comprises ingredients selected from the group consisting of vitamins, antioxidants, roughage, feed grade fat, sweeteners, preservatives, and flavorings.

14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the composition further comprises sorbitol, ascorbic acid, alfalfa meal, sodium saccharin, propionic acid and artificial flavor.

15 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the composition comprises total omega-3 fatty acids of 7,200 mg per 60 g dose.

16 . The method of claim 15 , wherein the composition further comprises 2,000 mg of DHA per 60 g dose.

17 . The method of claim 16 , wherein the composition further comprises 6000 IU of Vitamin D3, and 1000 IU of Vitamin E per 60 grams of total composition.

18 . A method for reducing the post-breeding inflammatory response, the method comprising administering to a mare a composition comprising flaxseed meal, algal DHA, vitamin E, and vitamin D3 at a daily dose of between 4-12 g per 110 lbs of body weight at least 10 days before coitus, and continuing to dose daily till at least 2 days post-coitus.

19 . The method of claim 18 , wherein the composition is administered at least 15 days before coitus and optionally for at least 5 days post-coitus.

20 . The method of claim 18 , wherein the composition is administered for at least 60 days before coitus and for at least 90 days post-coitus.

21 . The method of claim 18 , wherein the composition further comprises ingredients selected from the group consisting of vitamins, antioxidants, roughage, feed grade fat, sweeteners, preservatives, and flavorings.

22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the composition further comprises sorbitol, ascorbic acid, alfalfa meal, sodium saccharin, propionic acid and artificial flavor.

23 . The method of claim 22 , wherein the composition comprises total omega-3 fatty acids of 7,200 mg per 60 g dose.

24 . The method of claim 23 , wherein the composition further comprises 2,000 mg of DHA per 60 g dose.

25 . The method of claim 24 , wherein composition further comprises 6000 IU of Vitamin D3, and 1000 IU of Vitamin E per 60 grams of total composition.