Easy keepers and mature pleasure horses are loving companions with unique nutritional needs. Be sure yours is getting complete and consistent nutrition even when hay and pasture are inadequate, with Equine Adult® horse feed. Formulated with built-in, high-quality hay, this diet helps control starch and sugar consumption, with Outlast® added to support gastric health and comfort.
Features & Benefits
Built-In Forage
Includes high-quality hay that can be used as a forage replacement or hay stretcher
Controlled Starch & Sugar
Formulated without corn or molasses for horses sensitive to soluble carbohydrates
Consistent Nutrient Intake
Controlled diet promotes consistent intake even when hay or pasture are inadequate
Outlast® Gastric Support
Scientifically shown to support gastric health and comfort even through the stress of travel and competition
Palatable, Digestible Pellets
Vitamin and mineral fortification meets 100% of nutrient requirements for overall health*
*When fed as directed, with free-choice or added salt, based on Nutrient Requirements of Horses. Sixth Revised Edition – 2007, published by the National Research Council
Nutrients
Feeding Directions
Description
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF YOUR ADULT HORSE
Weight management program: Feeding Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed at a reduced rate mayhelp horses which are obese. Begin by cutting the recommended feeding rate by 10%. Continue
to adjust the rate until your horse reaches the desired weight, then return to the feeding rate that
is recommended for your horse's weight and lifestyle.
Miniature horses and ponies: Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed is an ideal complete feed for
miniature horses and ponies at maintenance and light work activity levels. For feeding directions
for miniature horses and ponies, please contact your Purina® horse feed retailer, a Purina® Sales
Representative or our Customer Service Department.
Winter feeding: In the winter, the amount of feed may need to be increased by 10-15% to offset
the increased calorie requirements of maintaining body condition.
Every horse is unique. After observing the horse for a period of time, you may want to increase or decrease the daily feeding amount of Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed by up to 10% to obtain desired overall body condition and appearance. Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed may be fed as a complete feed because it is formulated with high-quality roughage. You may feed with or without hay or pasture per directions.
FEEDING EQUINE ADULT® HORSE FEED WITHOUT FORAGE
Amount to be fed daily when no forage is fed along with Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed.| Weight of Horse in Pounds | |||
| Lifestyle | 800 | 1,000 | 1,200 |
| Equine Adult® Horse Feed (lbs/day) | |||
| Maintenance-Minimum Activity | 10.00 | 12.50 | 15.00 |
| Maintenance-Average Activity | 11.00 | 13.75 | 16.50 |
| Maintenance-Elevated Activity | 12.00 | 15.00 | 18.00 |
| Light Work | 13.25 | 16.50 | 19.75 |
| Early Gestation (first 250 days) | 11.25 | 14.25 | 17.00 |
Every horse is unique. That’s why the recommended feeding rates Purina suggests for Equine
Adult® horse feed may need to be increased or decreased by up to 10-15% to keep your horse in
optimal body condition.
A 6 lb meal of Equine Adult® Horse Feed supplies a full serving of Outlast® Supplement.
FEEDING EQUINE ADULT® HORSE FEED WITH FORAGE
Good quality hay or pasture may be fed along with Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed. When fed
with hay, reduce about 1.0 lb for each 1.5-2.0 lbs of hay offered.
Do not feed less than 0.6 lbs per 100 lbs body weight of Purina® Equine Adult® horse feed per
day to meet minimum daily requirements of protein, vitamins and minerals.
Caution
Wash hands after feeding/handling animals.
Not for human consumption. Wash feed/water containers regularly
Important
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.
