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Hello Emma,
Most race horses (95% of them) have ulcers, and this can make a horse very, very irritable and spooky. To alleviate this potential problem, I recommend two products: AmiQuell and Ration Plus. Both of these together will help heal the gastrointestinal tract, and boost the health of the bacterial flora living in the hindgut.
These are not vitamin/mineral supplements, so you can offer them in addition to any other supplements you are feeding.
A balanced diet is also important and I would be delighted to assist you with that, if you find that it would be helpful.
Finally, most horses do not get enough magnesium, and this plays a large role in behavior. Quiessence is worth considering, as well.
I hope this is helpful.
All the best,
Dr. Getty 
Where are you from? Bayfield, CO