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Customer Reviews for SmartControl IR® Pellets
SmartControl IR® Pellets
Average Customer Rating:
(173 Reviews) 155
Rating breakdown 173 reviews
5 Stars
130
4 Stars
30
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Star
4
164 of 173(95%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Review 1 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Awesome Product!!!
May 13, 2013
ByHappyswife
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Reining
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
3
of
5
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"I have a mare that has laminitis from winter pasture. We tried for 2 months with changing diet and special shoeing to get her sound again with little success. I read up on the IR supplement and decided to give it a try. After only 2 weeks on the supplement my vet did a check and she was so much better with her hoof test and her overall personality. Its been 1 1/2 months now on the supplement and she has been released for normal workouts. I had to get creative with hiding it in her other feed as she didn't like the taste but I figured it out and we are good. I am so impressed with this product that i would recommend to anyone to try it!!! Thank you smartpaks!!"
Review 2 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Horse would not eat.........
May 10, 2013
Bynonenow
fromWisconsin
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
3
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5
Value:
3
of
5
Palatability:
1
of
5
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"I ordered IR Control because my horse was diagnosed with Insulin Resistance and I thought that the magnesium, chromium, zinc, etc. would help get his metabolic system on track. The first day or two, he ate most of his grain (which was very minimum) and then refused - I even cut down to just one well with no luck and then just a sprinkling of the IR. Now, I am still having trouble getting him to eat any grain at all.
I guess that it would be an okay product if your horse would eat it, and believe me, before this, this horse had never refused anything or any kind of grain or hay."
I guess that it would be an okay product if your horse would eat it, and believe me, before this, this horse had never refused anything or any kind of grain or hay."
Review 3 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Great Product
April 29, 2013
ByLbeau
fromTexas
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
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"I have been using this product from about 1 year. It has totally controlled the problem with my gelding. I also am giving it to his half sister because last spring she gained a lot of weight and would not lose it so in panic mode I started her on it. She now does not gain weight to the point I worry about her. Yeah!"
Review 4 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Founder Preventative
April 25, 2013
ByAvalonsMom
fromVirginia
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I used this product on a horse that had foundered and after an expensive vet visit, wasn't getting any better. It actually reversed the inflammation in his feet and made him sound again. I have to keep him on it now permanently as a preventative, and it works. Less expensive than a vet visit!"
Review 5 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Amazing Product
April 9, 2013
ByCodysGirl1114
fromLexington, KY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I moved my horse from Wisconsin down to Kentucky last year during the winter. Approaching spring and summer the barn manager advised me about the grass and how fat he would get; I didn't believe her. My horse got really fat and it happened so fast. He got fat pockets everywhere and was active very lethargic and just not himself. He is a 13 year old Arabian/Quarter horse that just wasn't acting his usual nosy self. I found out about this product and was willing to give it a try; I am so happy I did. I started him on this supplement and moved him into a stall and after two weeks that was such a tremendous improvement in him. He was happier and has more energy and getting back to his pushy self. He has been on this supplement for just under two months now and acts like he is 6 again! He has lost weight and everyone thinks he is looking so good.
Use this product, it worked for me and my boy, it can work for you too!!"
Use this product, it worked for me and my boy, it can work for you too!!"
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Review 6 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
yucky
April 4, 2013
Byhorseygirls
fromLincoln, CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
1
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5
Value:
3
of
5
Palatability:
1
of
5
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"My horses do not like the taste AT ALL. I have to add water and corn syrup or grain with molasses to get them to eat it. I don't normally feed grain or corn syrup, so it's a big inconvenience."
Review 7 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Wonderful Blessing!
March 29, 2013
ByBrocksmom
fromBerthoud,CO
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I started to notice a difference in 2 weeks! My geldings' neck was going down & his coat was even nicer! My farrier was impressed also, he hadn't seen him in 6 weeks! We still have a was to go but this is a great start! Thank you SmartPak!"
Review 8 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Still assessing
March 28, 2013
Byjuaniter
fromBryan, TX
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
4
of
5
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"Have not really used long enough to assess well, although does seem to be helping. I try to keep my guys on pasture, including my IR one--although he's put on some weight with the spring grass, so far it's not near the level of previous years."
Review 9 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Extremely pleased!
March 20, 2013
ByDavinci
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
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"After my horse was diagnosed as IR, I decided to give smartcontrol IR a try...I cannot tell you how happy and thankful I am with the results I see already in my horse. It is so simple to dispense and he thinks he is getting a treat......It really is affordable even to the backyard horse owner!"
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Review 10 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
As promised
March 6, 2013
BySmartygirl
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
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"This product has performed just as I was told it would; my horse has lost ~100lbs so far, without forced exercise. Her feet are growing better than ever, which was an unexpected bonus."
Review 11 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Works wonders
February 26, 2013
ByMorgans4me
fromMountain View MO
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I could not believe how quickly it started to work. I am seeing a big improvement in both horses that are taking it, in overall condition and temperment."
Review 12 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
My horse loves it
February 11, 2013
Byfilipendulous
fromGeorgia
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
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"Compared the ingredients to other supplements and this one best suits my horse's needs. Wanted to maximize chromium and magnesium , in particular, for his IR issues. He gives it an A+ for taste."
Review 13 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Relieved
February 8, 2013
By4Ponies
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"Thank goodness I found this all in one product for my easy keepers!Even the fussy one likes it!"
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Review 14 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
noticed a major difference .....fast!
January 18, 2013
ByDriveEmWildRanch
fromReno, NV
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
4
of
5
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"My 3 year old miniature stallion "Breakdancer" had a very thick neck crest that was close to breaking. Since he was not overweight exercise, diet, and neck sweats were not making a major difference. I had also used other supplements that claimed to reduce the size of his crest but they didn't change anything. I started "Breakdancer" on a low starch diet and added SmartControl IR Pellets and within a month his crest substantially dropped. Now after 2 months his neck is firm and the crest is much, much thinner. My vet even commented how much better he was looking. Now "Breakdancer" can continue to show successfully thanks to Smartpak!"
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Review 15 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Actually working!
January 13, 2013
ByMiniman
fromHuntsville, AL
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
Palatability:
4
of
5
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"I am not a big supporter of supplements, but I have a large shetland pony who was just ballooning and becoming cresty, even on very little food. So, I have him on a HORSE size dose of this each day (a full scoop...basically twice the dosage), and it is really making a difference. His fat bulges are disappearing, and people who don't see him everyday tell me he's definitely losing weight. And, he's out on (winter) pasture with the herd. I definitely intend to keep using this product for my little guy."
Review 16 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Slow to work but working
January 4, 2013
ByAbbi
fromWV
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I have had my horse on this for about 7 months. She did not like the taste at first but now I can give it to her like a treat. She has slowly been losing the lumps and bumps and crested neck. She is starting to look and feel better and have a better working attitude."
Review 17 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
IR for cresty paso fino
November 30, 2012
ByPasoFinoQuarterhorse
fromCentral Pennsylvania
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Other - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"This helping a little. i am sure i would see a greater impact if i was riding. I am however a fair weather rider and it's cold now. It's also deer season so i am not venturing out. this supplement has put shine on and helped my 19 year old paso lose some weight in his fat pockets."
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Review 18 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Not sure of impact yet
November 9, 2012
ByPasoFinoQuarterhorse
fromCentral Pennsylvania
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Other - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
3
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"just started this on a 19 year old paso fino with a cresty neck and fat pockets on his loins. Will give a yea or neigh in another month."
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Review 19 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Great Product
October 30, 2012
Bychickenlady
fromDandridge, TN
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Palatability:
5
of
5
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"I have an Arabian that can smell medicines a mile away. She has a thyroid problem and has to have medication. I wet down some Alfafa pellets and then mix in the Smart Control IR product and she never knows the difference. It has been a Godsend that I don't have to fight with her to take it."
Review 20 for SmartControl IR® Pellets
Overall Rating:
Best Purchase Ever
October 29, 2012
Bybeauxchevaux
fromAlpharetta, GA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
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"I am dealing with a 20 year old stallion with Cushings and Equine Metabolic Syndrome. When "Seasonal Rise" caused his blood sugar to jump from 120 to 220 I decided to try Smart Pak Insulin Resistant supplement. I couldn't be happier with this product as his blood sugar dropped to the 90s within a week! Thank you Smart Pak for helping my best boy!"