Purina Ultium Gastric Care Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Item # 1269984
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Performance
Feed Purpose
Concentrate Feed
Special Diets
None
Item # 1269984
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Performance
Feed Purpose
Concentrate Feed
Special Diets
None
Item # 1269984
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Performance
Feed Purpose
Concentrate Feed
Special Diets
None
Travel, unfamiliar environments, and new stall neighbors are just some of the disruptions that can cause stress in horses. During these trying times, give your equine athlete extra digestive support with Ultium Gastric Care. Designed to support gastric and immune health through whatever stresses your horse faces, this feed is formulated with Outlast for gastric health and comfort, plus calorie-dense, concentrated energy to help maintain body condition and performance with less sugar and starch. Use only as directed.
You put everything into caring for your animals and want what's best for them. So do we. Our passion pushes us every day, out on our farm, to innovate and deliver the best nutrition for the best outcomes. Together, we can support the performance, productivity and wellbeing of every animal.
For additional information on this product, please see the Product Documents section for all downloadable user manuals, installation guides, brochures and warranty statements.
- Outlast Gastric Support: Scientifically shown to support gastric health/comfort and proper pH, even through the stress of travel and competition
- Highly Digestible Fibers: Including beet pulp, alfalfa and soy hulls to support a healthy gut microbiome
- Specialized Yeast Extract: Contains a proprietary beta glucan scientifically shown to support the immune function of horses affected by stress
- Amplify High-Fat Nugget: With a proprietary blend of fatty acids from vegetable oils, flaxseed and rice bran that supports body condition, bloom and endurance
- Concentrated Energy: With the calorie density to maintain body condition and performance in smaller meals with less sugar and starch, which helps promote everyday digestive health
- Precise Amino Acid Profile - calibrated for optimal performance and to support muscle recovery.
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%
*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 | Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 12.50% min |
| Lysine | 0.90% min |
| Methionine | 0.40% min |
| Threonine | 0.40% min |
| Crude Fat | 10.50% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acid | 0.75% min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acid | 4.50% min |
| Crude Fiber | 18.00% max |
| Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) | 21.00% max |
| Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) | 38.00% max |
| Ash | 10.00% max |
| Dietary Starch | 10.00% max |
| Sugars | 7.00% max |
| Calcium (Ca) | 0.95% min |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1.45% max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.60% min |
| Sodium (Na) | 0.70% max |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35% min |
| Potassium (K) | 1.20% min |
| Copper (Cu) | 80.00 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.60 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.72 PPM max |
| Zinc (Zn) | 280.00 PPM min |
| Vitamin A | 3,000 IU/lb. min |
| Vitamin D3 | 700 IU/lb. min |
| Vitamin E | 150 IU/lb. min |
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.
* 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.Follow label directions. Feeding added selenium at levels in excess of 0.3 ppm in the total diet is prohibited.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.
| Weight of horse in pounds | true | true | true | true |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIFESTYLE | 800 | 1,000 | 1,200 | 1,400 |
| (lbs/day) | ||||
| Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture* | 9.5 | 12 | 14.5 | 17 |
| Ultium Gastric Care** | (lbs/day) | |||
| Light Work | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Moderate Work | 5.5 | 6.75 | 8 | 9.5 |
| Heavy Work | 7 | 8.5 | 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.
- Follow label directions. Feeding added selenium at levels in excess of 0.3 ppm in the total diet is prohibited.
- 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.
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.
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Free From | Contains Common Allergens |
| Animal Life Stage | Performance |
| Feed Packaged Weight | 50 lb |
| Feed Purpose | Concentrate Feed |
| Food Form | Pellets |
| Health Features | Vitamins & Minerals, Digestive Support |
| Keeper Type | Hard Keeper |
| Manufacturer Brand | Purina |
| Nutrient Claims | High Fat, High Fiber |
| Packaged Height | 6 in. |
| Packaged Length | 35 in. |
| Packaged Width | 15 in. |
| Special Diets | None |
| Warranty | None |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3004519-506 |