Nutrena SafeChoice Mare and Foal 16% Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Item # 1060182
Item # 1060182
Item # 1060182
SafeChoice Mare & Foal is a controlled starch formula for pregnant or lactating mares, weanlings and yearlings that is nutritionally balanced with organic trace minerals to support structural development, antioxidants to support developing immune systems, Topline Balance to support topline health and muscle, Nutri-Bloom Advantage for easier nutrient absorption, and Digestive Shield for complete gut and immune health. You can trust SafeChoice Mare & Foal to provide whole horse nutrition to your broodmares and growing horses.
Looking for more information on horse feed? Check out our guide on horse feed and nutrition in the product documents section.
- Controlled starch formula for pregnant or lactating mares, foals weanlings, and yearlings
- Digestive Shield protects your horse's gut and immune health with a precise blend of controlled starch, pre + pro + postbiotics, and calcite
- Topline Balance provides a specific amino acid profile to help support a healthy topline for proper muscling and core strength
- Nutri-Bloom Advantage for easier nutrient absorption and up to 15% more fiber digestion
- Organic trace minerals support optimal structural development and immune function
- Enhanced with antioxidantsincluding selenium and vitamins C and Eto support developing immune systems and help minimize the effects of stress
- Highly palatable to encourage consumption by foals and smooth the transition during weaning
Wheat Middlings, Rice Bran, Corn Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles, Soybean Hulls, Rice Hulls, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Cane Molasses, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Ground Corn, Salt, L-Lysine, Propionic Acid (a preservative), DL-Methionine, L-Threonine, Iron Oxide, Dried Chicory Root, Calcite, Yeast Culture, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Methionine Complex, Manganese Methionine Complex, Copper Lysine Complex, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Acetate, Manganous Oxide, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Selenomethionine Hydroxy Analogue, Sodium Selenite, Zinc Oxide, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium thermophilum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Folic Acid, Natural Flavors. Products are made regionally and ingredients may vary. Always refer to the product tag, label or packaging for the most accurate and complete ingredients list.
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, minimum | 16.0% |
| Lysine, minimum | 0.95% |
| Methionine, minimum | 0.40% |
| Threonine, minimum | 0.60% |
| Crude Fat, minimum | 7.0% |
| Crude Fiber, maximum | 15.0% |
| ADF, maximum | 15.0% |
| NDF, maximum | 33.0% |
| Dietary Starch, maximum | 16.0% |
| Sugar, maximum | 4.0% |
| Calcium, minimum | 0.90% |
| Calcium, maximum | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus, minimum | 0.70% |
| Copper, minimum | 60 ppm |
| Zinc, minimum | 180 ppm |
| Selenium, minimum | 0.50 ppm |
| Vitamin A, minimum | 5,000 IU/lb |
| Vitamin D, minimum | 500 IU/lb |
| Vitamin E, minimum | 150 IU/lb |
| Biotin, minimum | 0.45 mg/lb |
| Lactobacillus acidophilus, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Lactobacillus casei, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Bifidobacterium thermophilum, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Enterococcus Faecium, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Bacillus subtilis | 740.9 MIL CFU/LB |
| Contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms |
The following feeding directions are guidelines to maintain desired body condition and performance. Feeding rates need to be adjusted according to the horse's body condition and activity level. Divide the recommended daily feeding rate into 2 or more meals per day and feed with good quality hay or pasture equivalent at the rate of 1.0-1.75 LB per 100 LB bodyweight or kg per 100 kg bodyweight to provide a minimum of 50% of the diet from forage. Performance horses may benefit from being fed more frequently.
Clean water should be available at all times. Horses that have been exercised should be cooled out and re-hydrated proper1y before being fed and before having access to unlimited water.CAUTION: Store feed in a clean, cool, and dry location. Storage area should be free of insects and rodents. Do not allow animals access to feedstuffs that show signs of insect or rodent infestation. Do not allow animals access to hot or moldy feedstuffs at any time. CAUTION: Follow Label directions. Feeding added selenium at levels in excess of 0.30 ppm in the total diet is prohibited.
| Life Stage | Activity Level | Lbs Feed per 100 lbs bodyweight |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Horses | Maintenance | 0.25 - 0.5 |
| Performance Horses | Light exercise | 0.5 - 0.75 |
| Performance Horses | Moderate exercise | 0.75 - 1.0 |
| Performance Horses | Intense exercise | 1.0 - 1.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | First two trimesters of gestation | 0.25 - 0.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Last trimester of gestation | 0.5 - 0.75 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Early lactation (foaling to 3 months) | 1.0 - 1.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Late lactation (3 months to weaning) | 0.75 - 1.0 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Foals | Creep Feed |
| Broodmares & Foals | Weanlings | 1.5 - 1.75 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Yearlings | 0.75 - 1.5 |
- Clean water should be available at all times. Horses that have been exercised should be cooled out and re-hydrated proper1y before being fed and before having access to unlimited water.
- CAUTION: Store feed in a clean, cool, and dry location. Storage area should be free of insects and rodents. Do not allow animals access to feedstuffs that show signs of insect or rodent infestation. Do not allow animals access to hot or moldy feedstuffs at any time. CAUTION: Follow Label directions. Feeding added selenium at levels in excess of 0.30 ppm in the total diet is prohibited.
When transitioning your mare or foal to SafeChoice Mare & Foal, transition slowly over a period 7-10 days. Begin by mixing your current feed formula with small amounts of SafeChoice Mare & Foal, gradually increase the amount of SafeChoice Mare & Foal fed, while reducing the portion of current formula.
| Brand | Nutrena SafeChoice |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Animal Life Stage | All Life Stages |
| Feed Packaged Weight | 50 lb |
| Feed Purpose | Complete Feed |
| Food Form | Pellets |
| Keeper Type | Hard Keeper |
| Manufacturer Brand | Nutrena |
| Packaged Height | 5 in. |
| Packaged Length | 34 in. |
| Packaged Width | 16 in. |
| Special Diets | Vitamin Enriched |
| Warranty | Satisfaction Guaranteed: If you aren't completely satisfied with this product, please return it to your retailer with receipt within 30 days of purchase for a full refund |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 107699063 |