When your equine partners and trusted companions reach their golden years, help support their good health for years to come with Equine Senior® horse feed, specifically made to meet the nutritional needs of the aging horse. A carefully balanced feed with fiber built-in that is easy to chew and digest even with dental limitations, its patented formula supports the overall health of senior horses with Amplify® High-Fat Nugget to promote ideal body condition, ActivAge® for immune support, and Outlast® for gastric health and comfort.
Nutrient | Min/Max | Amount |
---|---|---|
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 % |
Dietary Starch | MAX | 12.00 % |
Sugars | MAX | 7.00 % |
Calcium (Ca) | MIN | 0.50 % |
Calcium (Ca) | MAX | 1.00 % |
Phosphorus (P) | MIN | 0.40 % |
Sodium (Na) | MAX | 0.55 % |
Chloride (Cl) | MIN | 0.40 % |
Magnesium (Mg) | MIN | 0.33 % |
Potassium (K) | MIN | 1.20 % |
Manganese (Mn) | MIN | 220.00 PPM |
Cobalt (Co) | MIN | 0.60 PPM |
Copper (Cu) | MIN | 55.00 PPM |
Iodine (I) | MIN | 3.30 PPM |
Selenium (Se) | MIN | 0.30 PPM |
Zinc (Zn) | MIN | 220.00 PPM |
Sulfur (S) | MIN | 0.45 % |
Iron (Fe) | MIN | 220.00 PPM |
Vitamin A | MIN | 3500 IU/LB |
Vitamin D3 | MIN | 700 IU/LB |
Vitamin E | MIN | 140 IU/LB |
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) | MIN | 226.00 mg/lb |
Thiamin | MIN | 11.34 mg/lb |
Riboflavin | MIN | 9.07 mg/lb |
Start with the amounts of Equine Senior® horse feed given for the weight and lifestyle of the horse. After observing the horse for a period of time, the amount fed may be gradually increased or decreased to obtain the desired body condition and weight. For feeding directions outside the ranges addressed in these feeding charts, please contact your local Purina retailer or Purina Customer Service at 800-227-8941.
| | WEIGHT OF HORSE IN POUNDS | ||
Lifestyle | 800 | 1,000 | 1,200 |
Equine Senior® Horse Feed (lbs/day)* | |||
Maintenance | 10.75 | 13.50 | 16.25 |
Light Work | 11.75 | 14.75 | 17.75 |
Moderate Work | 14.00 | 17.25 | 20.75 |
Breeding Stallion | 13.00 | 16.25 | 19.50 |
* Feeding recommendations are based on average daily requirements. Actual feeding rates may vary due to individual metabolism and progression rate of the aging processes and may need to be gradually adjusted.
Aging horses unable to maintain adequate body condition when being fed the recommended amount of Equine Senior® horse feed should be examined by a veterinarian for potential health issues.
WEIGHT OF HORSE IN POUNDS | |||
Lifestyle | 800 | 1,000 | 1,200 |
(lbs/day) | |||
Hay or Equivalent Pasture* | 8.00 | 10.00 | 12.00 |
Equine Senior® Horse Feed (lbs/day)* | |||
Maintenance | 5.50 | 7.00 | 8.25 |
Light Work | 6.50 | 8.25 | 10.00 |
Moderate Work | 8.75 | 10.75 | 13.00 |
Follow label directions: feeding added selenium at levels in excess of 0.3 ppm in the total diet is prohibited.
Wash hands after feeding/handling animals. Not for human consumption. Wash feed/water containers regularly.
1. Feeding rates will vary with size, age, temperament, health status, forage quality, climate
and activity level. Feed at regular times, at least twice daily. Do not feed more than 0.8 lbs/100
lbs of body weight per meal when fed without forage or more than 0.5 lbs/100 lbs of body
weight per meal when fed with forage . Do not feed free-choice. Prevent rapid eating
by the horse of any feedstuff.
2. Reduce and/or delay feeding a horse which is hot, excited or showing pain, has fever or
diarrhea. Consult your veterinarian if any problems arise.
3. 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.
4. Provide fresh, clean water at all times. Provide your horse with access to salt. Consult with
your veterinarian regularly and maintain a routine dental, parasite control and health care
program for your horse.
For horses sensitive to dietary carbohydrates, please consult with a veterinarian or nutritionist for a
recommended diet.
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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.
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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 horse nutrition challenges using science, and our love of horses 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 horse nutrition challenges using science, and our love of horses 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.
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