When I first saw Silver Knott mentioned on a horse forum last spring, I brushed it off as another overpriced supplement. But then Thunder – my 15-year-old quarter horse – started acting off after our trail rides. He’d be sluggish, picking at his feed, and sweating way more than usual. My buddy Rick kept bugging me: “Dude, just try the Silver Knott already.” So I caved and ordered a month’s supply off some random online store.
Week 1: Skepticism & Messy Trials
Opened the tub to find this grayish powder that smelled like crushed rocks. Followed the scoop instructions but damn, Thunder hated the taste. Spit out his first two meals with it mixed in. I tried sneaking it into molasses-soaked oats – still got the stink-eye. Finally mashed apples into it like baby food. Took 45 minutes of coaxing before he licked the bucket clean.
Week 2-3: The “Huh?” Phase
Almost quit twice. Then mid-week 2, Thunder finished his breakfast without leaving a single oat – first time in months. During our Thursday ride, he didn’t drag his back feet on uphill sections. I checked his pulse after cooling down: 48 bpm when it used to hit 60+. Weirdest part? His manure changed. Used to be loose piles, now it’s firm apples. Vet said that meant better gut absorption.
What Clicked After 30 Days
Started noticing patterns:
- Recovery speed doubled – After hard rides, he’s munching hay within 20 mins instead of panting for an hour.
- Hoof cracks vanished – Farrier pointed out new growth was smoother. Saved me $$$ on special shoes.
- Shiny coat bonus – Wasn’t even expecting this. His dapples popped like he’d been polished.
- Calmer during storms – Usually he’d pace all night. Now he just flicks his ears at thunder.
- Water bucket stays fuller – Hydrates better, pisses less. Kidneys working smarter I guess.
- Teeth grinding stopped – Vet thinks the magnesium in Silver Knott eased his jaw tension.
- Saved vet bills – No more gut supplements or joint injections. One tub replaces four products.
Is it magic? Hell no. But watching Thunder trot out to the pasture now vs three months ago – head up, tail swinging, muscles rolling under that shine – yeah, I’m converted. Even Rick’s smug about it. Might not work for every horse, but for this old cowboy? Silver Knott stays in the feed room.
