Purina Ultium Growth Formula Horse Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Item # 1010462
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Breeding, Lactating Mare, Growing, Foal
Feed Purpose
Grower Feed
Special Diets
None
Item # 1010462
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Breeding, Lactating Mare, Growing, Foal
Feed Purpose
Grower Feed
Special Diets
None
Item # 1010462
At a glance
Animal Life Stage
Breeding, Lactating Mare, Growing, Foal
Feed Purpose
Grower Feed
Special Diets
None
Keep future equine athletes a step ahead with Ultium® Growth, a unique horse feed that supports development, growth and adaptive physiology for a strong, healthy, athletic horse. A growth feed like no other, it was created by Ph.D. nutritionists and veterinarians who conducted over four years of scientific feed trials on broodmares and young horses of different ages, breeds and management situations. With Amplify® High-Fat Nugget to promote ideal body condition, and Outlast® gastric support supplement, your elite athlete will have what it takes to stay a step ahead of the rest.
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- Sustained Energy System® - from fats, fermentable fibers and soluble carbohydrates to meet the elevated calorie needs of growing horses and pregnant or lactating mares.
- Targeted Nutrition Delivery™ System: Transports nutrients like copper, zinc, calcium and phosphorus to where they are needed most, to support proper joint and long bone development
- Amplify® High-Fat Nugget: A proprietary blend of fatty acids from vegetable oils, flaxseed and rice bran that maintains body condition in lactating mares and healthy bloom in growing horses
- Outlast® Gastric Support: Scientifically shown to support gastric health/comfort and proper pH, and provides an optimal source of calcium for proper bone growth
- Precise Amino Acid Profile - with lysine, methionine, threonine and branched-chain amino acids to support muscle development and growth
- Multiple Fermentable Fibers - including beet pulp and soy hulls to support a healthy gut microbiome in the developing hindgut of young horses and contains less sugar and starch
Wheat Middlings, Dehulled Soybean Meal, Ground Corn, Sun Cured Alfalfa, Ground Soybean Hulls, Heat Stabilized Rice Bran, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Cane Molasses, Vegetable Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Flaxseed, Soybean Oil, Lignin Sulfonate, Seaweed-Derived Calcium, Magnesium Oxide, Salt, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, L-Lysine, DL-Methionine, Citric Acid, Dried Whey Solubles, Choline Chloride, Colored with Iron Oxide, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Propionic Acid (a Preservative), Copper Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxide, Vitamin A Supplement, Citric Acid (a Preservative), Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Natural Flavor, Artificial Flavors, Ferrous Carbonate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Manganous Oxide, Tocopherols, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Rosemary Extract, Lecithin, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin-5-Phosphate, Calcium Iodate, L-Threonine, L-Tryptophan, Cobalt Carbonate, Sodium Selenite. Soy Hulls 8%
*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.
| Nutrient | Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 15.50% min |
| Lysine | 1.00% min |
| Methionine | 0.48% min |
| Threonine | 0.55% min |
| Crude Fat | 9.50% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acid | 0.50% min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acid | 2.00% min |
| Crude Fiber | 13.00% max |
| Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) | 16.00% max |
| Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) | 28.00% max |
| Dietary Starch | 15.00% max |
| Sugars | 8.00% max |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1.40% min |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1.90% max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.70% min |
| Sodium (Na) | 0.60% max |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35% min |
| Potassium (K) | 1.25% min |
| Copper (Cu) | 90.00 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.60 PPM min |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.72 PPM max |
| Zinc (Zn) | 270.00 PPM min |
| Vitamin A | 3,400 IU/lb. min |
| Vitamin D3 | 800 IU/lb. min |
| Vitamin E | 150 IU/lb. min |
Start with the amounts of Ultium Growth Horse Formula given for the weight and life stage of the horse. After observing the horse for a period of time, the amount fed may be gradually increased or decreased to obtain 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 Growth Horse Formula to maintain appropriate body condition.** To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.35 lbs. per 100 lbs. bodyweight (BW) per day (3.5 lbs. per 1,000 lbs. BW) for gestating mares, 0.50 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW for lactating mares or 0.75 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW per day for growing horses (3.75 lbs. per 500-lb. BW). If your horse gains too much weight at the minimum feeding rate, transition to Purina Enrich Plus Ration Balancing Feed.*** Recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed to lactating mares is 2 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW per day (20 lbs. per 1,000 lbs. BW).**** Use the lower feeding rate for moderate growth rate and the higher feeding rate to support more rapid growth.NOTE: Feeding rates of Ultium Growth Horse Formula and forage may be adjusted or feed may be top-dressed with Purina Amplify High-Fat Supplement for additional calories.SUCKLING FOALS: Begin offering feed within two weeks of birth. Feed 1.0 lb. of Ultium Growth Horse Formula per month of age per day.A 4-pound meal of Ultium Growth Horse Formula supplies a full serving of Outlast Supplement.
| Weight of Horse in Pounds | true | true | true | true |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROODMARES | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture* | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Ultium Growth Horse Formula** | ||||
| Gestating Mare (last 90 days) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Lactating Mare*** | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Weight of Horse in Pounds | true | true | true | true |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROWING HORSES | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture* | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Ultium Growth Horse Formula** | ||||
| Weanlings, Yearlings, and 2 Year Olds | 7.00-9.00 | 7.00-9.00 | 7.00-9.00 | 7.00-9.00 |
- * This is the recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed. If feeding more hay, you may reduce the feeding rate of Ultium Growth Horse Formula to maintain appropriate body condition.
- ** To meet nutrient requirements, do not feed less than 0.35 lbs. per 100 lbs. bodyweight (BW) per day (3.5 lbs. per 1,000 lbs. BW) for gestating mares, 0.50 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW for lactating mares or 0.75 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW per day for growing horses (3.75 lbs. per 500-lb. BW). If your horse gains too much weight at the minimum feeding rate, transition to Purina Enrich Plus Ration Balancing Feed.
- *** Recommended minimum amount of hay to be fed to lactating mares is 2 lbs. per 100 lbs. BW per day (20 lbs. per 1,000 lbs. BW).
- **** Use the lower feeding rate for moderate growth rate and the higher feeding rate to support more rapid growth.
- NOTE: Feeding rates of Ultium Growth Horse Formula and forage may be adjusted or feed may be top-dressed with Purina Amplify High-Fat Supplement for additional calories.
- SUCKLING FOALS: Begin offering feed within two weeks of birth. Feed 1.0 lb. of Ultium Growth Horse Formula per month of age per day.
- A 4-pound meal of Ultium Growth Horse Formula supplies a full serving of Outlast Supplement.
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 | Breeding, Lactating Mare, Growing, Foal |
| Feed Packaged Weight | 50 lb |
| Feed Purpose | Grower Feed |
| Food Form | Pellets |
| Health Features | General Wellness, Immune System Support, Digestive Support |
| Keeper Type | All Horses |
| Manufacturer Brand | Purina |
| Nutrient Claims | No Special Nutritional Claim |
| Packaged Height | 35 in. |
| Packaged Length | 6 in. |
| Packaged Width | 15 in. |
| Special Diets | None |
| Warranty | None |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3005651-506 |