Purina Omega Match Ration Balancing Horse Feed

Purina® Omega Match® Horse Feed

SOME HORSES GET THE OMEGAS THEY NEED FROM PASTURE. THIS IS FOR THOSE WHO CAN’T.

Purina^® Omega Match^® Ration Balancing Horse Feed is specially formulated by Ph.D. equine nutritionists with ingredients and benefits inspired by feeding fresh pasture, but without the drawbacks of too many calories or soluble carbohydrates.

Our limited-ingredient formula addresses common sensitivities while meeting your horse’s nutrient requirements and providing the fatty acids and antioxidants naturally found in green grass. Purina^® Omega Match^® Ration Balancer provides a way to fill in nutritional gaps, whether your horse has a busy competition schedule with limited turnout or cannot graze green grass due to metabolic concerns. It’s a great way of ensuring your horses get the nutrition they need, no matter their forage source.

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Product Overview
Life Stage
- Active Pleasure
- Any Life Stage
- Breeding & Growing
- Performance
- Special Needs
Types
- Ration Balancing Feed
Form
- Pelleted
Features & Benefits

Protein, Vitamin and Mineral Fortification

A concentrated formula to fill nutritional gaps common in forage or unfortified grains

Balances Omega Fatty Acid Ratios

Feeding Omega Match^® Ration Balancer as the sole concentrate ration to stalled horses for 11 weeks resulted in the development of similar omega fatty acid ratios to horses on pasture.

Natural Source Vitamin E + a Full Supplemental Level of Biotin

Formulated with only a natural source of Vitamin E. When fed as directed, supports optimal Vitamin E levels and provides 15 mg of biotin to support hoof growth and repair.

Formulated Without

Formulated without soy, alfalfa, corn, wheat and molasses to support horses with sensitivities to these ingredients.

All the Goodness of Pasture Without the Guilt

Controlled starch and sugar formula with no molasses that results in minimal glucose and insulin response to feeding

High in Fat and Fiber, High-Quality Protein + Individual Amino Acids

Inspired by the protein content and quality of fresh pasture. Suitable for horses in light to moderate work.

Gastric Support

Formulated with Outlast^® Supplement to support gastric health and proper pH
Additional Materials

A holistic approach to equine nutrition

Does your horse need a ration balancer

Purina® Omega Match® Ration Balancing Horse Feed Product PDF

Research Review: Omega Match® Ration Balancer Elicits a Low Glucose and Insulin Response to Feeding

Research Review: Omega Match® Ration Balancer Results in Plasma Fatty Acid Profiles Similar to Horses on Pasture

Research Review: Omega Match® Ration Balancer Supports Equine Plasma Antioxidant Status

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Guaranteed Analysis
Ingredients
Feeding Directions

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Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient	Min/Max	Amount
Crude Protein	MIN	13.50 %
Lysine	MIN	1.80 %
Methionine	MIN	0.70 %
Threonine	MIN	0.60 %
CrudeFat	MIN	8.50 %
Omega-3 Fatty Acid	MIN	3.50 %
Omega-6 Fatty Acid	MIN	1.20 %
Crude Fiber	MAX	20.00 %
Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF)	MAX	24.00 %
Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF)	MAX	39.00 %
Ash	MAX	11.00 %
Dietary Starch	MAX	7.50 %
Sugars	MAX	5.00 %
Calcium (Ca)	MIN	1.75 %
Calcium (Ca)	MAX	2.25 %
Phosphorus (P)	MIN	0.80 %
Sodium (Na)	MAX	0.55 %
Magnesium (Mg)	MIN	0.30 %
Potassium (K)	MIN	0.50 %
Copper (Cu)	MIN	65.00 PPM
Selenium (Se)	MIN	1.00 PPM
elenium (Se)	MAX	1.20 PPM
Zinc (Zn)	MIN	225.00 PPM
Sulfur (S)	MIN	0.65 %
Vitamin A	MIN	10,000 IU/LB
Vitamin D3	MIN	2,000 IU/LB
Vitamin E	MIN	500 IU/LB
Biotin	MIN	7.50 mg/lb

Ingredients
Ground Timothy Hay

Ground Flaxseed

Ground Oats

Heat Stabilized Rice Bran

Lignin Sulfonate

L-Lysine

Dicalcium Phosphate

Seaweed-Derived Calcium

Magnesium Oxide

DL-Methionine

Salt

Vegetable Oil

d-Alpha tocopheryl acetate Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols

L-Threonine

Choline Chloride

Vitamin D3 Supplement

Rosemary

Artificial Flavor

Vitamin A Supplement

Thiamine Mononitrate

Riboflavin Supplement

Copper Sulfate

Calcium Pantothenate

Zinc Oxide

Niacin Supplement

Vitamin B12 Supplement

Biotin

Calcium Iodate

Calcium Carbonate

Cobalt Carbonate

Ferrous Carbonate

Sodium Selenite

Manganous Oxide

Feeding Directions

Best Results

FEEDING DIRECTIONS WITH HAY OR PASTURE
Purina^® Omega Match^® Ration Balancing Horse Feed can be used as the sole concentrate as described below or used in conjunction with other feeding programs as a supplemental source of omega fatty acids. For more specific guidance, contact your local Purina retailer or Purina Customer Service at 800-227-8941.

LIFESTYLE	Omega Match^® Ration Balancing Horse Feed (lbs/day)	Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture (lbs/day)
Mature Horses (1000 lbs)*
Maintenance	2.0	20
Light Work	2.5	20
Moderate Work**	2.5	20
Mares through 2nd Trimester***	2.5	20
Growth****
4-8 months (400-700 lbs)	4.0-5.0	8-14
9-17 months (700-900 lbs)	3.0-4.0	14-18
18-24	2.5-3.0	18-20

* For horses that do not approximate this expected mature weight, feeding rates for mature horses at maintenance can be estimated based on 0.2-0.4 lbs Purina^® Omega Match^® Ration Balancer and 0.2 lbs hay or pasture per 100 lbs body weight per day.

** The additional calorie and nutrient demands of horses in more work may be better met by adding a grain or a Purina^® product designed for performance horses.

*** The additional calories needed during the last trimester of gestation and through lactation can be provided by adding a grain or a Purina^® product designed for breeding and growing horses.

**** More rapid rates of growth can be achieved by adding grain to the diet. However, given the inherent nutritional inconsistencies of straight grain diets, more rapid rates of gain are more safely and successfully achieved by feeding a Purina^® product designed for growing horses.

A 2 lb meal of Omega Match^® Ration Balancing Horse Feed supplies a full serving of Outlast^® supplement.

Caution

Follow label directions. Feeding added selenium resulting in total diet levels in excess of 0.3 ppm is prohibited.

Important

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 0.5 lbs/100 lbs of body weight per meal. Do not feed free-choice. Prevent 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.
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.

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Is there a shortage of this wonderful product?

My horses have been on Omega Match for six months now and the difference in their coats and muscle condition has been amazing! Unfortunately the shop that I get my feed at has been having a hard time getting the product lately. Is there a shortage that is impacting production?

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SaraY

Excellent product for easy keepers!

Both my horses are easy keepers and are thriving on this product. I love that it doesn’t have any wheat, soy, or corn. This is a hard combination to find.

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Eventer and Foxhunter 123

Legume Free!

This is one of the only commercial feeds that is formulated without legumes (soy, alfalfa, lupine, pea, etc.). My twenty-seven year old has a legume allergy and this product has been perfect for keeping him healthy and in good condition. Please keep the formulation legume free!!!

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ejs21

The only Purina feed I will ever feed!

The Omega Match Ration Balancer is the best balancing feed you will find! My horse gets all the nutrients and minerals he needs, while keeping the omega 3's in his diet higher! I cannot believe a product like this exists! Just wow

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horseownerof2

Wonderful product

I am so happy to see a product offered for those horses who need a limited diet with quality. With tons of allergies and sugar sensitivity.....this girl says thank you.

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Isabeau mom

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& Our Love 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 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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