Optimal-energy diet and is available with AntlerMax® Technology. It is a highly researched patented protein and patented high-energy pelleted complete ration (containing all necessary roughage) with a 16% protein level. Formulated with all the protein, vitamins, minerals and energy penned deer need for top overall health, body condition and maximum antler growth. Adding other food sources such as corn or soybeans to the deer’s regular diet can add extra energy, but it also can interfere with and dilute the delicate balance of amino acids and minerals in the diet, putting the deer’s top antler growth at risk. If your deer need more energy, choose AntlerMax® Professional Hi-Energy Breeder 16 diet with AntlerMax® Technology.
When it comes to nourishing and nurturing your animals, quality matters. That’s why Purina’s high-quality, research-proven products are formulated for optimal nutrition with the best ingredients that meet our stringent quality and nutritional standards.
Nutrient | Min/Max | Amount |
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Crude Protein | MIN | 16.00 % |
Crude Fat | MIN | 4.00 % |
Crude Fiber | MAX | 18.00 % |
Calcium (Ca) | MIN | 0.75 % |
Calcium (Ca) | MAX | 1.25 % |
Phosphorus (P) | MIN | 0.40 % |
Salt (NaCl) | MIN | 0.25 % |
Salt (NaCl) | MAX | 0.75 % |
Potassium (K) | MIN | 0.65 % |
Vitamin A | MIN | 3000 IU/LB |
Feed AntlerMax® Professional Hi-Energy Breeder 16 feed to deer in confinement. For best results feed free-choice in a covered trough or self-feeder. This is a high fiber feed and should supply necessary nutrients and fiber. However, animals in confinement may exhibit fewer behavioral problems such as hair pulling, fence chewing, etc. if hand fed a small amount of good quality legume hay several times a week. About 0.25 lb of hay per 100 lb of body weight 3 times per week is usually sufficient. Consumption should be in the range of 2% to 4% of body weight per day.
This product may be fed to elk.
This feed contains added copper and should not be fed to sheep. 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.
Regulations for the feeding of big game can vary from state to state. Please check with your local game and fish department for the proper usage of this product.
1. A feeding program is only as effective as the management practices. Actual results can vary depending upon feed intake, environmental conditions, and the quality of the management practices.
2. Provide a source of fresh, clean water at all times.
3. Provide salt free-choice.
4. When changing rations, the change should be made gradually over a period of 7-10 days. Gradually reduce the amount of old ration while gradually increasing the amount of new ration until the ration change is complete.
5. This feed contains vitamin and mineral levels adequate for most situation
Purina is relentlessly seeking the next innovation in animal nutrition and targets relevant issues facing animal owners to help enhance their animal raising experience.
Purina is relentlessly seeking the next innovation in animal nutrition and targets relevant issues facing animal owners to help enhance their animal raising experience. We’ve conducted over 24,000 animal nutrition studies and counting to find impactful, accessible solutions for animals and their owners.
Our research is performed in fields across the country and on our 1,200-acre working farm in Gray Summit, MO, the Purina Animal Nutrition Center, where we care first-hand for over 3,000 animals, every single day, ensuring our outputs of research, knowledge, and product innovation work properly for the real-life needs of animals.
Purina understands and cares about the unique needs of your animals and the importance of bettering their well-being, performance and health. For more than 125 years, we have been tackling the biggest nutrition challenges using science, and our love of animals pushes us until we get it right. Our team is made up of more than 500 Masters of Sciences, Ph.Ds., veterinarians, nutritionists, microbiologists, geneticists, and immunologists, all who share a passion for providing animals with the best nutrition for the best results.
Purina understands and cares about the unique needs of your animals and the importance of bettering their well-being, performance and health. For more than 125 years, we have been tackling the biggest nutrition challenges using science, and our love of animals pushes us until we get it right. Our team is made up of more than 500 Masters of Sciences, Ph.Ds., veterinarians, nutritionists, microbiologists, geneticists, and immunologists, all who share a passion for providing animals with the best nutrition for the best results.