Ultium Competition Horse Formula is highly researched nutrition for the high energy demands of hard-working equine athletes, allowing them to compete at their highest levels. When others hit the wall, your horse keeps going. Unique “pellets and extruded Amplify nuggets” aim to prevent sorting, reduce waste and transport easily. Highly palatable and digestible, it’s “nutrient dense,” and “highly efficient” so you can “feed less.”
Sustained Energy System features a unique blend of three (3) fuel sources:
1. Fat
2. Fermentable Fiber
3. Soluble carbohydrates (starch and sugar)
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Features
Balanced Nutrition to Support Overall Health
Formulated by Purina Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists using only high-quality ingredients, Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed is designed to meet the daily protein, vitamin, and mineral needs of equine athletes.
Consistent Nutrition in Every Bag
Purina's Constant Nutrition® formulation process makes small adjustments in the amount of ingredients to compensate for nutrient variability. This process helps ensure that your horse receives consistent nutrition in every bag.
Energy to Support High-Performing Horses
Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed is nutritionally balanced and has the calories needed to support body condition and performance in smaller meals.
Highly Digestible Fiber Sources Support Optimal Hindgut Environment
Formulated with beet pulp, alfalfa and soy hulls to provide prebiotic fibers to the hindgut, which support beneficial microbes and gastrointestinal health.
Immune Support for Horses Affected by the Stress of Competition
Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed contains a specialized yeast extract to help support immune systems of horses affected by stress. Throughout the rigors of competition, you can have confidence your horse has the support needed for peak performance.
Purina® Amplify® Supplement Added to Support Body Condition
Multiple sources of fatty acids from flaxseed, stabilized rice bran, and vegetable oils help maintain body condition, healthy hair and skin.
Purina® Outlast® Supplement
Scientifically shown to support gastric health and comfort and proper pH through the stress of travel and competition.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 12.50% min |
| Lysine | 0.90% min |
| Methionine | 0.40% min |
| Threonine | 0.40% min |
| Crude Fat | 10.50% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acid | 0.75% min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acid | 4.50% min |
| Crude Fiber | 18.00% max |
| Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) | 21.00% max |
| Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) | 38.00% max |
| Ash | 10.00% max |
| Dietary Starch | 10.00% max |
| Sugars | 7.00% max |
| Calcium (Ca) | 0.95% min |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1.45% max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.60% min |
| Sodium (Na) | 0.70% max |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35% min |
| Potassium | 1.20% min |
| Copper (Cu) | 80.00 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.60 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.72 PPM max |
| Zinc (Zn) | 280.00 PPM min |
| Vitamin A | 3000 IU/LB min |
| Vitamin D3 | 700 IU/LB min |
| Vitamin E | 150 IU/LB min |
Feeding
Feeding directions with hay or pasture.
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.
| | | Weight of Horse in Pounds | |||||||
| Lifestyle | 800 | 900 | 1,000 | 1,100 | 1,200 | 1,300 | 1,400 | 1,500 |
| Moderate Work (pounds of feed per day) | 5.00 | 5.50 | 6.00 | 6.5 | 7.25 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.25 |
| Heavy Work (pounds of feed per day) | 6.25 | 7.0 | 7.75 | 8.5 | 9.25 | 10 | 10.75 | 11.5 |
| Very Heavy Work (pounds of feed per day) | 9.25 | 10.25 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.75 | 15 | 16 | 17.25 |
For horses sensitive to dietary carbohydrates, please consult with a veterinarian or nutritionist for a recommended diet.
Best Results
- Feeding rates will vary with size, age, temperament, health status, forage quality,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 which is hot, excited or showing pain, has fever or diarrhea. Consult your veterinarian if any problems arise.
- Always feed a minimum of 1.0 to 1.2 lbs per 100 lbs of body weight of good quality,clean hay or the equivalent in pasture.
- 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 pound per day for each horse.
Caution