Purina^® Omolene^® #500 Competition Horse Feed

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Omolene® 500 Competition Horse Feed Product PDF

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Designed for hard-working and endurance equine athletes

It took over 100 years of industry-leading research and innovation to build today’s Purina^® Omolene^® horse feed lineup. We started with naturally nutritious high-quality whole grains packed with antioxidants, phytonutrients and prebiotic fibers. From there, countless nutrition studies and feeding trials at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center led to scientific breakthroughs that keep our formulas on the cutting-edge of equine nutrition and performance. Because only innovations proven to have the highest level of performance and safety earn their place in Purina^® Omolene^® horse feeds, you can feed with full confidence. Whether you need to fuel intense competitive performance, support your horse’s gastric health or nourish the growth of the next generation of equine athletes, Omolene^® feeds are built to help solve your toughest nutritional challenges.

When there’s greatness on the inside, it shows on the outside.

Features & Benefits

Multiple Fuel Sources

Balanced fat, fiber, and whole grain soluble carbohydrates support sustained performance

Added Vegetable Oils

For a shinier, healthier hair coat, skin and hooves

Concentrate Feed

Designed to be fed with hay or pasture

More Calories & Nutrition per Pound

Than any other product in the Omolene® horse feed line

Natural Whole Grains

A natural source of antioxidants, phytochemicals and fiber for lower feeding rates and designed to address digestive upset

Pro-Energy System

A blend of fat, fermentable fiber and soluble carbohydrates for the equine athlete that needs to perform at their very best over the entire length of an event

Purina® Amplify® High-Fat Nugget

A proprietary blend of vegetable oils, flax seed and rice bran for weight gain, performance, shine & bloom

Soy-Blend Molasses

Helps to prevent bricking in the winter and drying out in the summer

Vitamin & Mineral Fortification

Provides 100% of the required vitamins and minerals when fed as directed

Based on “Nutrient Requirements of Horses Sixth Revised Edition–2007” published by the National Research Council

Nutrients

Nutrient

Min / Max

Amount

Crude Protein

MIN

12.00 %

Lysine

MIN

0.65 %

Crude Fat

MIN

8.00 %

Crude Fiber

MAX

9.00 %

Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF)

MAX

12.00 %

Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF)

MAX

27.00 %

Calcium (Ca)

MIN

0.80 %

Calcium (Ca)

MAX

1.30 %

Phosphorus (P)

MIN

0.50 %

Copper (Cu)

MIN

55.00 PPM

Selenium (Se)

MIN

0.60 PPM

Zinc (Zn)

MIN

220.00 PPM

Vitamin A

MIN

3000 IU/LB

Vitamin E

MIN

150 IU/LB

Feeding Directions

Description

FEEDING DIRECTIONS WITH HAY OR PASTURE: Start with the amounts of Omolene^® 500 COMPETITION 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.

Lifestyle	Weight of Horse in Pounds
\|	800	1,000	1,200
Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture*	9.5	12.0	14.5
\|	Omolene^® 500 Horse Feed (lbs/day)**
Light Work	4.25	5.25	6.25
Moderate Work	5.75	7.00	8.25
Heavy Work	7.25	8.75	10.50

*This is the recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed. If feeding more hay, you may reduce the feeding rate of Omolene^® 500 needed to maintain appropriate body condition.

**Do not feed less than 0.3 lbs per 100 lbs of body weight per day for mature horses (3 lbs per 1000-lb horse). If your horse gains too much weight at that minimum feeding rate, replace Omolene^® 500 with Purina^® ENRICH PLUS^® Ration Balancing Horse Feed.

Feeding rates of Omolene^® 500 and forage may be adjusted or feed may be top-dressed with Purina^® Amplify^® High-Fat Supplement for additional calories. Hard-working horses may also benefit from supplementation with Purina^® SuperSport^® Amino Acid Supplement.

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

Store in a dry, well-ventilated area protected from rodents and insects. Do not feed moldy or insect-infested feed to animals as it may cause illness, performance loss or death.

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 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.
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.