Purina Smart Edge Senior Horse Feed
Item # 2511792
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Senior
Feed Purpose
Complete Feed
Special Diets
Vitamin Enriched
Item # 2511792
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Senior
Feed Purpose
Complete Feed
Special Diets
Vitamin Enriched
Item # 2511792
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Senior
Feed Purpose
Complete Feed
Special Diets
Vitamin Enriched
Purina Smart Edge Senior complete horse feed is specifically designed to support the overall health and wellbeing of aging horses. This horse is made without corn and has controlled starch and sugar. It is a complete feed with built-in fiber to fully or partially replace forage in the diet. The feed is highly digestible, with added fat and fiber to meet the energy needs of senior horses. It is designed in a pelleted form for reduced sorting, efficient digestion, and easy soaking, catering to senior horses. Additionally, it is crafted to ensure proper nutrient intake with a taste that horses enjoy, while delivering balanced premium ingredients including essential protein, vitamins, and minerals for smart nutrition.
Looking for more information on horse feed? Check out our guide on horse feed and nutrition in the product documents section.
- Complete Feed, With built-in fiber to fully or partially replace forage in the diet
- Controlled Starch & Sugar, Designed without corn
- Highly Digestible, With added fat and fiber to meet the energy needs of senior horses
- Designed for Aging Horses, Pelleted form for reduced sorting, efficient digestion and easy soaking
- Taste Horses, Enjoy For proper nutrient intake
- Smart Nutrition, Balanced premium ingredients delivering essential protein, vitamins and minerals
*Labeling requirements vary from state to state. For an accurate list of ingredients and guaranteed analysis in your region, please refer to the label affixed to the feed product. Manufactured in the United States with globally sourced ingredients.
| Nutrient | Min/Max | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | MIN | 14.00% |
| Lysine | MIN | 0.60% |
| Crude Fat | MIN | 5.00% |
| Crude Fiber | MAX | 18.50% |
| Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) | MAX | 23.00% |
| Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) | MAX | 40.00% |
| Dietary Starch | MAX | 11.00% |
| Sugars | MAX | 7.00% |
| Calcium (Ca) | MIN | 0.70% |
| Calcium (Ca) | MAX | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus (P) | MIN | 0.45% |
| Sodium (Na) | MAX | 0.60% |
| Copper (Cu) | MIN | 50.00 PPM |
| Selenium (Se) | MIN | 0.30 PPM |
| Selenium (Se) | MAX | 0.36 PPM |
| Zinc (Zn) | MIN | 180.00 PPM |
| Vitamin A | MIN | 2800 IU/LB |
| Vitamin E | MIN | 100 IU/LB |
Start with the amounts of Smart Edge Senior horse feed 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. 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. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED Important IMPORTANT: Follow sound management practices and disease and sanitation control measures. If any questions, contact your veterinarian, Purina dealer or salesperson. Wash hands after feeding/handling animals. Not for human consumption. Wash feed/water containers regularly. Management Practices Always provide fresh, clean water.
* To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.7 lbs per 100 lbs body weight per day. If your horse gains too much weight at that minimum feeding rate, transition to a ration balancer such as Purina Enrich Plus ration balancing feed.** Make sure your horse is free of dental problems and can effectively chew and utilize forage. This is the recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed. If feeding more hay, you may reduce the feeding rate of Smart Edge Senior horse feed to maintain appropriate body condition. See tag for full directions.
| Feeding Without Hay or Pasture | true | true |
|---|---|---|
| Weight of Horses in Pounds | null | |
| Lifestyle | 600 | 800 |
| Smart Edge Senior Horse Feed (lbs/day)* | null | |
| Maintenance | 8.5 | 11.25 |
| Light Work | 9.25 | 12.25 |
| Moderate Work | 10.75 | 14.5 |
| Broodmare Open/Early | 8.5 | 11.25 |
| Breeding Stallion | 10.25 | 13.5 |
| Feeding With Hay or Pasture | true | true |
|---|---|---|
| Weight of Horsees in Pounds | null | |
| Lifestyle | 600 | 800 |
| Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture (lbs/day)** | null | |
| 6 | 8 | |
| Smart Edge Senior Horse Feed (lbs/day)* | null | |
| Maintenance | 4.5 | 6 |
| Light Work | 5.25 | 7 |
| Moderate Work | 6 | 8.25 |
- * To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.7 lbs per 100 lbs body weight per day. If your horse gains too much weight at that minimum feeding rate, transition to a ration balancer such as Purina Enrich Plus ration balancing feed.
- ** Make sure your horse is free of dental problems and can effectively chew and utilize forage. This is the recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed. If feeding more hay, you may reduce the feeding rate of Smart Edge Senior horse feed to maintain appropriate body condition. See tag for full directions.
1. Make the feed change gradually over a period of 7 to 10 days. 2. Mix the new feed with the old, gradually increasing the amount of the new feed while decreasing an equal amount of the old. 3. Changes in the rate of feeding should not exceed 1.0 lb per day for each horse
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Free From | Contains Common Allergens |
| Animal Life Stage | Senior |
| Feed Packaged Weight | 50 lb |
| Feed Purpose | Complete Feed |
| Food Form | Pellets |
| Health Features | Vitamins & Minerals |
| Keeper Type | All Horses |
| Manufacturer Brand | Purina |
| Nutrient Claims | No Special Nutritional Claim |
| Packaged Height | 31.5 in. |
| Packaged Length | 31.5 in. |
| Packaged Width | 19 in. |
| Special Diets | Vitamin Enriched |
| Warranty | X |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 300448 |