Purina^® Ultium^® Gastric Care Horse Feed

Life Stage

Type

Form

Feed Trial

Consistency is Key

Horses thrive on consistency, but there’s nothing consistent about competition: performance schedules are anything but predictable, new neighbors arrive in adjoining stalls, and arenas and environments are constantly changing. This inconsistency can take a toll- affecting health, attitude, and performance. In fact, even common activities including stall confinement, exercise, and transportation are known to cause stress in horses, which may challenge their immune systems and can lead to gastric discomfort.

Purina^® Ultium^® Gastric Care horse formula helps equine athletes during the stress of competition by providing optimal gastric and immune support.

Purina^® Ultium^® Gastric Care horse formula was developed by Purina’s Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists and Veterinarians to provide consistent support during times of stress. This feed is the culmination of decades of Purina equine nutrition research, and contains specialized ingredients designed to support a healthy gastric environment and immune system.

Features & Benefits

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.

Nutrients

Nutrient

Min / Max

Amount

Crude Protein

MIN

12.50 %

Lysine

MIN

0.90 %

Methionine

MIN

0.40 %

Threonine

MIN

0.40 %

Crude Fat

MIN

10.50 %

Omega-3 Fatty Acid

MIN

0.75 %

Omega-6 Fatty Acid

MIN

4.50 %

Crude Fiber

MAX

18.00 %

Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF)

MAX

21.00 %

Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF)

MAX

38.00 %

Ash

MAX

10.00 %

Dietary Starch

MAX

10.00 %

Sugars

MAX

7.00 %

Calcium (Ca)

MIN

0.95 %

Calcium (Ca)

MAX

1.45 %

Phosphorus (P)

MIN

0.60 %

Sodium (Na)

MAX

0.70 %

Magnesium (Mg)

MIN

0.35 %

Potassium

MIN

1.20 %

Copper (Cu)

MIN

80.00 PPM

Selenium (Se)

MIN

0.60 PPM

Selenium (Se)

MAX

0.72 PPM

Zinc (Zn)

MIN

280.00 PPM

Vitamin A

MIN

3,000 IU/LB

Vitamin D3

MIN

700 IU/LB

Vitamin E

MIN

150 IU/LB

Ingredients

Wheat Middlings, Sun Cured Alfalfa, Ground
Soybean Hulls, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Soybean
Oil, Cane Molasses, Oat Hulls, Ground Corn,
Heat Stabilized Rice Bran, Dehulled Soybean
Meal, Vegetable Oil, Seaweed-Derived Calcium,
Flaxseed, Salt, Magnesium Oxide, L-Lysine,
Thiamine Mononitrate, DL-Methionine, Citric
Acid, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium
Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Propionic
Acid (a Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement,
Colored with Iron Oxide, Yeast Extract,
Choline Chloride, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin D3
Supplement, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxide, Riboflavin
Supplement, Citric Acid (a Preservative),
Ferrous Carbonate, Vitamin B12 Supplement,
L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Manganous
Oxide, Tocopherols, Niacin Supplement,
Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement,
Rosemary Extract, Calcium Iodate, Lecithin,
Cobalt Carbonate, Riboflavin-5-Phosphate,
Sodium Selenite.
Oat Hulls 4%, Soy Hulls 15%

Feeding Directions

Description

Start with the amounts of Ultium^® Gastric Care Horse Formula 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.

Weight of horse in pounds
LIFESTYLE	800	1,000	1,200	1,400
	(lbs/day)
Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture*	9.50	12.00	14.50	17.00
Ultium^® Gastric Care**	(lbs/day)
Light Work	4.00	5.00	6.00	7.00
Moderate Work	5.50	6.75	8.00	9.50
Heavy Work	7.00	8.50	10.25	11.00***

* This is the recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed. If feeding more hay, you may reduce the feeding rate of Ultium^® Gastric Care Horse Formula to maintain appropriate body condition.
** To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.3 lbs. per 100 lbs. of bodyweight per day for mature horses at maintenance (3 lbs. per 1000-lb horse). If your horse gains too much weight at the minimum feeding rate, transition to Purina^® Enrich Plus^® Ration Balancing Feed.
*** Feeding rates of Ultium^® Gastric Care 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.

A 4-pound meal of Ultium^® Gastric Care Horse Formula 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.

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.