Product Overview
Features & Benefits
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 Purinas Equine Senior® horse feed to their clients with senior horses, according to an independent study conducted in November 2012
Exclusive ActivAge 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, flax seed 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 horses 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 Edition2007 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
Nutrients
NutrientMin / MaxAmount
Crude ProteinMIN14.00 %
LysineMIN0.70 %
MethionineMIN0.18 %
ThreonineMIN0.40 %
CrudeFatMIN5.50 %
Crude FiberMAX18.00 %
Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF)MAX23.00 %
Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF)MAX39.00 %
Dietary StarchMAX12.00 %
SugarsMAX7.00 %
Calcium (Ca)MIN0.50 %
Calcium (Ca)MAX1.00 %
Phosphorus (P)MIN0.40 %
Sodium (Na)MAX0.55 %
Chloride (Cl)MIN0.40 %
Magnesium (Mg)MIN0.33 %
PotassiumMIN1.20 %
Manganese (Mn)MIN220.00 PPM
Cobalt (Co)MIN0.60 PPM
Copper (Cu)MIN55.00 PPM
IodineMIN3.30 PPM
Selenium (Se)MIN0.30 PPM
Zinc (Zn)MIN220.00 PPM
Sulfur (S)MIN0.45 PPM
Iron (Fe)MIN220.00 PPM
Vitamin AMIN3500 IU/LB
Vitamin D3MIN700 IU/LB
Vitamin EMIN140 IU/LB
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)MIN226.00 mg/lb
ThiaminMIN11.34 mg/lb
RiboflavinMIN9.07 mg/lb
Feeding Directions
Description
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.
FEEDING WITHOUT FORAGE
| 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.
FEEDING WITH FORAGE
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
Purina® Equine Senior® horse feed is designed to replace all or a portion of the required forage in a horse's diet. If forage replacement is not needed, consider feeding Equine Senior® Active or Strategy Healthy Edge®.
* Make sure your horse is free of dental problems and can effectively chew and utilize forage. If feeding more hay, reduce the amount of Equine Senior® horse feed by 1.0 lb for every additional 1.5 lbs of hay. If feeding less hay, increase the amount of Equine Senior® horse feed by 1.0 lb for every 1.5 lb decrease in hay fed.
** To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.6 lbs per 100 lbs of body weight per day. If your horse gains too much weight at that minimum feeding rate, transition to Purina® Enrich Plus® Ration Balancing Feed.
A 6 lb meal of Equine Senior® Horse Feed supplies a full serving of Outlast® Supplement.
Caution
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.
Important
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.
