Woolly
Non-melatonin hair and wool growth supplement — collagen precursors, biotin, zinc, and B-vitamins to increase coat length, density, and quality; promotes blood flow to hair follicles
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
Woolly is All N Supplements’ hair and wool growth supplement — a powder built on collagen precursor amino acids, biotin, zinc gluconate, and B-vitamins that work together to support the biological machinery of hair and fleece production. The formula is notable for what it is NOT: no melatonin, no artificial growth stimulants. This matters because melatonin-based coat supplements can trigger premature shedding cycles — a real risk in wool breed and hair sheep show programs. Woolly also offers a “no restart” benefit: if a dose is missed, the supplement cycle doesn’t need to restart from zero, unlike some competing products. At 1 scoop/day for sheep/goats, the 1 lb container provides a 60-day supply. Available in a 1 lb container ($149.99) — premium price point. Was sold out at time of research, indicating active demand.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
Not published online.
Key Ingredients / Active Components
| Ingredient | Role |
|---|---|
| Sucrose | Carrier/palatability |
| Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptide | Bioavailable protein precursors for keratin synthesis — the primary structural protein of hair/wool |
| Glycine | Amino acid — major collagen component; supports keratin production |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) | Essential cofactor for collagen synthesis; antioxidant |
| Horsetail Extract | Plant silica source — strengthens hair shaft structure; traditional hair growth herb |
| L-Arginine HCL | Amino acid — precursor to nitric oxide; promotes blood flow to hair follicles (the delivery mechanism for growth factors) |
| L-Cysteine | Sulfur amino acid — critical for keratin/disulfide bonds in hair structure |
| L-Proline | Amino acid — collagen component; supports follicle structural integrity |
| Biotin | B-vitamin — the benchmark hair/hoof/skin supplement ingredient; essential for keratin synthesis |
| Vitamin B12 | B-vitamin — supports cell replication including hair follicle cells |
| Zinc Gluconate | Chelated zinc — essential for follicle health and keratin production; no copper concern |
| Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (B6) | B-vitamin — involved in amino acid metabolism and keratin synthesis |
| Folic Acid | B-vitamin — supports rapid cell division in actively growing hair follicles |
Official Feeding Rate
- Sheep & Goats: 1 scoop per head per day (1 lb container = 60-day supply → approximately 0.27 oz per scoop)
- Cattle: 2 scoops per head per day (1 lb container = 30-day supply)
- Start: Begin 8–12 weeks before the target show for visible coat improvement
Sheep Safety
Copper: No copper in the disclosed ingredient list. All ingredients are amino acids, B-vitamins, vitamin C, a botanical extract, and zinc gluconate — none of which are copper sources. Zinc gluconate is present — high zinc supplementation can antagonize copper absorption, which in sheep (who are copper-sensitive to the high side) is actually protective. At 1 scoop/day in sheep, the zinc contribution is small and not a concern.
Confirmed copper-safe based on the fully disclosed ingredient list.
Show Circuit Use
Sources: allnsupplements.com; Facebook product post and testimonials
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Woolly is specifically designed for coat and fleece quality — longer, denser, shinier hair that presents better in the ring. The collagen + keratin amino acid stack (glycine, L-cysteine, L-proline) targets the biological machinery of hair growth directly, while L-arginine increases blood flow to follicles (the supply chain for growth factors), and biotin + B-vitamins support the cellular replication needed for active follicle growth.
Timing is critical: Hair growth at the follicle level is slow. Woolly must be started 8–12 weeks before the target show to see visible length and density changes in time. The “no restart” feature means missed days don’t derail the program — feeders can skip a day without resetting.
Facebook testimonials confirm the product has produced “fuller, shinier coats” in both show swine and sheep. Wisconsin county show results cited by ambassador.
Comparison to SSS Big Wig
Both Woolly and Big Wig are daily coat supplements positioned as non-melatonin alternatives. Woolly’s ingredient list is fully disclosed (collagen + amino acids + biotin + zinc), giving it stronger credibility for site content. Big Wig’s mechanism is undisclosed. Woolly’s ingredient rationale is scientifically coherent.
Phase Protocols
Weeks 12–8 | Begin Coat Work (Start as Early as Possible)
- Rate: 1 scoop/day from the beginning
- Purpose: Hair growth changes are slow — starting early maximizes visible improvement by show day
Weeks 8–1 / Show Week | Maintain
- Rate: 1 scoop/day — do not increase; this is a long-game supplement
- Purpose: Sustained follicle support; each week of consistent feeding adds cumulative coat quality improvement
Stacking Protocols
Woolly + flaxseed (ground, 1–2 oz/day): Complementary coat approach — Woolly provides the collagen/amino acid/vitamin coat support; flaxseed provides omega-3 ALA for skin health and follicle function. Different mechanisms, very compatible.
Woolly + BOSS (2–4 oz/day): Woolly drives growth; BOSS drives surface sheen from fat deposition in the skin. Combined effect addresses both structure (Woolly) and appearance (BOSS).
Woolly + Big Wig: Layering two coat supplements from different brands with different disclosed mechanisms — possible but expensive; evaluate whether the combination produces meaningful improvement over either alone.
Budget Alternatives
- Ground flaxseed (1–2 oz/day): Omega-3 approach to coat quality — addresses skin health rather than keratin synthesis; significantly cheaper
- Biotin supplement (bulk biotin powder): single ingredient from Woolly’s stack at very low cost; lacks the full amino acid complex
- BOSS (2–4 oz/day): Surface sheen and fat-based coat quality at low cost; different mechanism than Woolly
- No commodity alternative replicates the complete collagen precursor + L-arginine blood flow + biotin + zinc stack in Woolly
Community Tips
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Direct Substitutes
Products that do the same job at the same point in the program — compare alternatives across brands in the directory.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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