6 months of nuvallo move: My honest long-term test & conclusion

Hand on heart: how often have you bought a new supplement, started out full of hope, and stopped again after three weeks because it was simply too annoying or you didn't notice any change? I'll be completely honest – my stable cupboard is like a graveyard for opened tubs and buckets.

But exactly half a year ago, I made a decision. My gelding is in his prime, is ridden for sport, but on some days just didn't seem quite "fluid". He took ages to warm up and often seemed a bit stiff in the morning. I didn't want to wait until this became a real problem. So, I started my personal long-term test with the nuvallo move Snacks.

Today, six months later, I want to share my experiences with you – unvarnished and straight from daily stable life.

The daily battle with powder

Before I came across nuvallo, the topic of joint supplements was a real source of frustration for me. The problem was never buying the right product, but actually getting it into the horse. You surely know the scenario: you buy an expensive joint powder, lovingly mix it into the hard feed, and what happens? My horse sorts out every single oat with surgical precision.

At the end of feeding, the manger was empty – except for a fine layer of white powder at the bottom. It was despair-inducing. I tried hiding the powder in soaked mash (which works, but is a huge effort every day) or stuffing it into hollowed-out apples (a sticky business, I can tell you!). If the horse won't eat the stuff, even the best active ingredient can't work. I was right on the verge of giving up at this point.

The discovery: Finally, no more powder

Then I stumbled across nuvallo move. The promise sounded almost too simple to be true: a highly dosed joint supplement, but in the form of a tasty snack. No bars, no treats in the classic sense, but functional snacks.

I was sceptical. Would my fussy eater eat this? And above all: does it work?

A look at the ingredients convinced me to at least give it a try. The nuvallo move Snacks contain exactly what I was looking for: glucosamine, collagen, MSM, and hyaluronic acid. And not in homeopathic doses, but properly portioned. What I particularly liked: the base consists of linseed cake, rice bran, and linseed. Free from wheat and corn, no added sugar, and no unnecessary fillers. This is important to me, as I am very careful to ensure his stomach stays settled when feeding.

The snack advantage in everyday life

The start of my test was basically unspectacular – and that was exactly the beauty of it. The dosage is incredibly easy: for my approx. 500 kg horse, there are 6 snacks daily. For the first three weeks, I fed double the amount (i.e. 12 pieces), as recommended, to replenish his reserves.

The difference compared to powder is gigantic. I arrive at the stable, fetch him from the paddock or the stable, reach into the bag, and give him the snacks straight from my hand. He loves them! For him, it is a reward; for me, it's the certainty that 100% of the active ingredients end up in the horse. No weighing, no mixing, no dust.

Even on days when I'm in a hurry or someone else takes over the feeding, it is no problem. "Just give him 6 of these" – anyone can manage that.

The result after 6 months

Now for the most important part: did it do any good? You have to stay realistic – feed supplements need time. Anyone expecting miracles overnight will be disappointed. But I showed patience and fed it consistently.

I noticed the first small changes after about 5 to 6 weeks. I had the subjective feeling that he loosens up faster during the warm-up. Where I previously had to walk him for 20 minutes before he started working over his back, he was now snorting contentedly much sooner.

Today, after half a year, I am genuinely thrilled. My impression is that he has overall become much more eager to move. He steps into the contact with more motivation and seems more supple in the movements. Even on cold, wet days, which he used to hate, I have the feeling that he copes better with the conditions and comes out of the stable less stiff.

Another plus point for us as competition riders: the nuvallo move Snacks are ADMR compliant. This means I don't have to worry about withdrawal periods when the season starts again. That gives me a very secure feeling.

My conclusion

nuvallo move has solved two problems at once for us: acceptance and support for the musculoskeletal system.

I am glad that I followed through with the six months. Of course, quality comes at a price, but when I consider how much money I used to waste on powders that stayed stuck to the bottom of the manger, it absolutely pays off for me.

For anyone who has a sports horse, wants to support a senior, or simply wants to do something good preventatively – and who is tired of the "powder battle": give it a try. Not only does my horse love eating them, he also simply feels more contented in his movement. And at the end of the day, that is all that matters.