Purina Equine Senior Horse Feed - 50 lb

Purina's Ph.D. Equine nutritionists and veterinarians continually research new ways to address the specific needs of aging horses, helping your senior horse live a long, healthy life. Purina equine senior horse feed has been scientifically studied at the purina animal nutrition center for over 20 years. With this formulation, nutritionists have combined all the benefits of the trusted original equine senior horse feed together with discoveries from the most cutting-edge equine science.

Features

• Forage built-in - to completely or partially replace the hay or pasture in the horse's diet when dental problems or missing teeth prevent them from eating forage
• #1 veterinarian recommended senior horse feed - four out of five equine veterinarians recommend purina's equine senior horse feed to their clients with senior horses, according to an independent study conducted in november 2012
• Exclusive active prebiotic - scientifically studied in senior horses to support optimal function of the aging immune system
• Purina amplify high-fat nugget - a proprietary blend of vegetable oils, flaxseed, and rice bran for weight maintenance, shine, and bloom
• Highly digestible - scientifically formulated with a blend of fiber sources including beet pulp and top quality hay to help maintain the senior horse's body condition and support normal digestive function
• Controlled starch and sugar - formulated to provide a diet lower in nonstructural carbohydrates that may be suitable for aging horses with carbohydrate sensitivities
• Vitamin & mineral fortification - designed to meet the specific nutritional needs of senior horses to support immune function and overall health when fed as directed. Based on nutrient requirements of horses sixth revised edition 2007 published by the national research council
• Highly palatable with less sugar - a unique blend of molasses and soy oil for a higher fat molasses that encourages optimal intake versus straight cane molasses that is higher in sugar
• Added antioxidants - contains vitamin c and vitamin e to provide additional support for a healthy immune system
• Complete feed - high-quality hay built in to help senior horses get the fiber they need

Life Stage

• Senior
• Special needs

Type

• Complete feed

Form

• Pelleted & extruded

Nutrients

• Crude Protein (min): 14.00 %
• Lysine (min): 0.70 %
• Methionine (min): 0.18 %
• Threonine (min): 0.40 %
• Crude Fat (min): 5.50 %
• Crude Fiber (max): 18.00 %
• Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) (max): 23.00 %
• Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) (max): 39.00 %
• Starch (max): 12.00 %
• Sugars (max): 7.00 %
• Calcium (Ca) (min): 0.50 %
• Calcium (Ca) (max): 1.00 %
• Phosphorus (P) (min): 0.40 %
• Magnesium (Mg) (min): 0.33 %
• Copper (Cu) (min): 55.00 ppm
• Selenium (Se) (min): 0.30 ppm
• Zinc (Zn) (min): 220.00 ppm
• Vitamin A (min): 3500 IU/lb
• Vitamin D3 (min): 700 IU/lb
• Vitamin E (min): 140 IU/lb

Feeding Directions

Start with the amounts given for the weight and lifestyle of the horse. After observing the horse for a period of time, the amount fed may be increased or decreased by 10% to obtain the desired body condition and weight.

For horses sensitive to dietary carbohydrates, please consult with a veterinarian or nutritionist for a recommended diet.

Best Results

• Good quality hay or pasture may be fed along with equine senior horse feed
• Make sure your horse is free of dental problems and can effectively chew and utilize the forage
• Reduce the amount of equine senior horse feed by 1.0 lb for every 1.5 to 2.0 lb of hay consumed by your horse
• Do not feed less than 0.6 lb per 100 lb body weight of equine senior horse feed per day when fed with hay to meet minimum daily requirements of protein, vitamins, and minerals
• Feeding rates will vary with size, age, temperament, health status, climate, and activity level. Feed at regular times - at least twice daily - with three daily feedings preferred. Let horses feed in a natural position from troughs with large bottoms, placed at normal head height or lower. Do not feed free choice. Prevent the rapid eating by the horse of any feedstuff
• Reduce and/or delay feeding a horse that is hot, excited, or showing pain, has a fever, or diarrhea. Consult your veterinarian if any problems arise
• Any feed changes should be made gradually over a period of 7 to 10 days. Changes in the rate of feeding should not exceed 1.0 lb per day for each horse
• Have plenty of clean, fresh water available at all times. Provide your horse with access to salt. Maintain an effective control program for internal parasites. Have the horse's teeth examined annually and consult your veterinarian on a regular basis

Changing To

• Make the feed change gradually over a period of 7 to 10 days
• Mix the new feed with the old, gradually increasing the amount of the new feed while decreasing an equal amount of the old
• Changes in the rate of feeding should not exceed 1 lb per day for each horse

Caution

Store in a dry, well-ventilated area protected from rodents and insects. Do not feed moldy or insect-infested feed to animals as it may cause illness, performance loss, or death.

Specifications

• Size: 50 lb

Technical Data Sheet.pdf