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Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag

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Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag

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Nutrena SafeChoice Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag

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Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag

Item # 106018599


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Nutrena SafeChoice Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Nutrena SafeChoice Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Nutrena SafeChoice Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
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Nutrena SafeChoice Special Care Low Starch Pelleted Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag

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SafeChoiceSpecial Care is a controlled low starch formula for easy keepers, metabolic concerns, ponies and miniature horses that is nutritionally balanced with only 10% NSC, no added corn, corn co-products or molasses, Chromium to support metabolic issues, 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 Special Care to provide whole horse nutrition, even to your metabolic horses.

Looking for more information on horse feed? Check out our guide on horse feed and nutrition in the product documents section.

  • Nutritionally balanced, low starch formula for easy keepers, horses with metabolic concerns, ponies, and miniature horses
  • 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
  • No added corn, corn co-products or molasses
  • Added Chromium to help support horses with metabolic issues
  • Lowest level of starch and sugar in the SafeChoicelineup designed to address metabolic issues related to starch intake

Q&As

1 - 10 of 69 Questions

Q: What is the difference between this and the molasses free senior feed. Feeding a senior mini

5 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. SafeChoice Senior Molasses Free can be used as a complete feed for horses who can no longer chew forage, with a max NSC of 16.5%, it does not contain molasses for horses with sensitivities; SafeChoice Special Care is designed to be fed along with forage with a max NSC of 10%. Both feeds contain Digestive Shield for complete gut and immune health.
    5 months ago
    Helpful?

Q: I have a 28 year old mare that colics and a 7 year old gelding that also colics at times. Would this feed benefit them? They are mild cases when they do. They eat mostly grass and hay. I feed nutrena maintenance now.

6 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. SafeChoice® Special Care is a controlled low starch formula for easy keepers, metabolic concerns, ponies and miniature horses that is nutritionally balanced with only 10% NSC, no added corn, corn co-products or molasses, Chromium to support metabolic issues, Topline Balance® to support topline health and muscle, Nutri-Bloom Advantage® for easier nutrient absorption, and Digestive Shield™ for complete gut and immune health. SafeChoice Maintenance doesn't contain Digestive Shield which could benefit your horses.
    6 months ago
    Helpful?

Q: Which one would be a better choice for my senior gelding with cushings…. the nutrena molasses free or special care?

9 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. Both SafeChoice Special Care and Senior Molasses Free have dietary starch/sugar guarantees under 20%, which is appropriate and within the safety zone for horses with Cushings. Special Care has the lowest guarantee of the two with a total NSC max of 10%.
    9 months ago
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Q: How many cups of Special Care equals one pound?

9 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry - roughly 3.5 cups will equal one pound of SafeChoice Special Care.
    9 months ago
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Q: Is this good for donkeys?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. SafeChoice Special Care provides a low sugar/starch guarantee and is fully fortified - it can be a good choice for donkeys. Please refer to feeding directions on the label.
    a year ago
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Q: My horse has Cushing is this a good for that and does it help with joints also?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. Safe Choice Special Care is a good choice for horses with Cushings; a low sugar/starch diet is recommended for horses with Cushings. This feed has Digestive Shield technology which supports the gastrointestinal tract and immunity; nutraceuticals for joints such as MSM and glucosamine are not added so supplementing can be an option.
    a year ago
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Q: How much would I feed a 1,000 pound horse and a 500 pound pony?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. Safe Choice Special Care, for 1,000 pounds body weight at maintenance would be a minimum of 5 pounds/day; for 500 pounds 2.5 pounds/day. Adjusted as needed to compensate for forage quality and weight.
    a year ago
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Q: Ok for horses with cushings?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. SafeChoice Special Care is a good choice for feeding a horse with Cushings.
    a year ago
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Q: Is this a complete feed/ration balancer?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry. SafeChoice Special Care isn't a ration balancer, but a fully fortified feed. Feeding recommendations and rates are located on the label based on the horse's weight and activity level.
    a year ago
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Q: Im getting a mare who’s severely overweight, limiting hay access and going on a dry lot. I feed supplements so trying to find a grain to give her thats not high in sugar as we suspect she may be trying to founder. Is this a good fit for her?

a year ago
1 Answer
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry - SafeChoice Special Care could be an option, but you may want to consider a ration balancer such as Empower Topline Balance https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/nutrena-empower-balance-grass-formula-horse-supplement-40-lb - this will have a lower feeding rate, thus less calories. It is nutrient dense 1-2 pounds/day will provide her requirements.
    a year ago
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Review 1

Great product!!

18 days ago
This product helps my horse that has a medibolic issue to stay healthy!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Stunning Difference for my OTTB

21 days ago
When I bought my OTTB he was skinny, dull coated, tired, and in need of nutrition. I used regular food for a while, and he put on some weight, but then his stomach started becoming an issue. I decided to try Nutrena Safe Choice and the difference is beyond words. I am so grateful to have found this feed. My horse is now happy, healthy, and definitely not tired!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

100% Turn Around

28 days ago
Our two ponies had been turned out with a large group of full sized horses for the past year and they had lost weight for the first in over 20 years. Two months on two daily rations of Special Choice Special Care and they look magnificent!!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Kerrville, Tx
Reviews 2

Perfect for Cushings and Easy Keepers

a month ago
I needed a grain that is less than 10% NFC for my mare with Cushings and my easy keeper. This fit the bill and they've done very well on it.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

great price great results

a month ago
I am really pleased about the shiny coat, good feet and energy my horse is showing

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

It's Like Having a New Horse

a month ago
Pistol was diagnosed with PPID this summer and required low NSC hay and feed along with a daily pergolide. Out vet recommended Triple Crown Senior and, frankly, Pistol hated it. It is a very popular feed but, for whatever reason, not for him. He would only eat half of his meals and was not regaining the weight that he lost prior to his diagnosis. While randomly searching for a low NSC alternative, I ran across Nutrene SafeChoise Special Care. Nutrena graciously gave me a $25 coupon to give it a try...and he loves it. He has eaten every morsel for the 45 days or so that he has been on the feed, has regained most of his lost weight and you can tell that he simply feels much better. Nutrena keeps sending me coupons and I keep using them...building up a pretty impressive inventory! Not sure why he prefers the Special Care...he won't say. But the results speak for themselves.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Good for metabolic horses

a month ago
Have both my metabolic geldings on this, and they both look fantastic. Haven't had any flair ups on this.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Wonderful Feed

2 months ago
This feed has been an exceptional choice for my senior horses. Both are in their 20s, yet they maintain the topline and condition of much younger horses. The low starch and low sugar formula is especially beneficial for older horses, supporting both digestive health and palatability. As an added bonus, their coats are shiny, healthy, and beautifully dappled. I couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommended product!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

safe choice special care horse feed

2 months ago
My older pony mare rescued 3 years ago is in her (late 20's) has been on this feed for 2 months now and is doing wonderful !!!! Her coat looks amazing she is getting back to being fit again (although ponies can be chubby) lol she has alot more energy and is more alert . She is all around happier and is such an added blessing to our family . Miss Ruby is such a sweet pony and absolutely LOVES your feed <3

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Konawa, Oklahoma
Review 1

Safechoice

2 months ago
This is an excellent feed however it upsets me that the closest tractor supply doesn’t usually have more than one of two bags. Sometimes Seminole hs some and some times Shawnee does but both are a farther drive.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Great food!

2 months ago
I’ve been feeding this to my 21 year-old horse since November and have seen such an improvement in his personality and his body structure that it’s amazing!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

A great product and won't use anything else. Been feeding for 14 years now.

2 months ago
We have been feeding Nutrena Special Care since we rescued 2 miniature horses and they stay in great shape. Not heavy and not thin. Then we purchased a miniature donkey. They thrive and have beautiful coats and lots of energy. I don't mix it with anything else and feed Timothy hay .

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Seems good so far.

2 months ago
I have three metabolic horses. Just getting started. Bought a ProForce product also for my taller leaner horse. I want to know more about feeding my metabolic horses.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

No more cresty neck

2 months ago
Safe choice Special Carr helped my horse who was over weight. He looks amazing now since the switch. He’s at a healthy weight no more cresty neck. Thank you

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Very pleased!

2 months ago
I've feed this to my senior mare for years. She has allergies to just about everything but does really well on this feed. Very pleased!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Texas
Review 1

Laminitis safe

2 months ago
My horse has metabolic issues and if his diet is not strictly adhered to he can get laminitis and both pedal bones have rotated. I have been using this product for some time and am having good results. We almost lost him last year to a bad case of compacted colic. Do I turn this into a mash. You don’t need much water just enough to cover. Mix and serve. Also good for adding supplements. Both my horses love this horse food.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Massachusetts
Reviews 3

Recommend

3 months ago
Great grain for an old (28 yr old!) horse, and Tractor Supply has the best price for it.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Why I purchased this product.

3 months ago
The Special care is just what my Cushing's guy needed.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Great for older ponies!

3 months ago
I have been feeding Special Care for many years to our 2 older ponies and I have been very satisfied with the results. Good weight and conditioning, no issues. They love the feed. It is challenging trying to maintain good conditioning with the higher risk of metabolic issues with some breeds. This feed has been great for them!

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

LOVE your food

3 months ago
I have just started using Nutrena ,so far my older pony loves it

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Kept an old boy going

3 months ago
i Had a hard time towards the end of getting my old guy to eat. We had some underling health issues going on. Your feed helped me keeping him going until he crossed the rainbow

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Special care

4 months ago
My 28 year old mare has been on this product for ever and still looks great and it provides all she needs cost is reasonable and product reliability

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Quality!

4 months ago
My horse has cushings and was losing weight and muscle mass on our old sweet feed. When I switched him to special care I saw a significant change in his condition within weeks of making the switch. I am over the moon with this product and the results.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Great features

4 months ago
Been feeding my mares the low and steady they love it

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Atlanta GA
Reviews 5

Great feed

4 months ago
I changed my two hard keepers over to this feed and they are now shiny and thick
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Great feed

4 months ago
I love the Nutrena safe choice special care.My horse had horrible digestive issues for real and this feed corrected the problem.She had diarreah and everything else.The Purina feed she was on was discontinued at the store I used to get it from then I kept switching her feed to find her something else and it made her sick.Then I decided on Nutrena she is all better now!!!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Reviews 8

Contents changef

5 months ago
Will not feed in the future. First sack was wheat middlings and second was soy. I do not feed soy products to my horses

No, I do not recommend this product.

Review 1
5 months ago
I have fed nutrena for a long time. Put my yearling filly on the special care as she was going to fast. Has made a big difference in her joints as they are looking better. And I always watch the sugar and starch in what I feed.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Mr

5 months ago
Moved from safe choice senior to safe choice special care. Took some time for my horse to accept the change. No health issues,just taste issues.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on nutrenaworld.com

Review 1

Grain fir horses

5 months ago
Really like this grain for my mares and babies
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.