Purina Ultium Gastric Care Horse Feed
Purina Ultium Gastric Care horse formula helps equine athletes during the stress of competition by providing optimal gastric and immune support.
Purina Ultium Gastric Care horse formula was developed by Purina’s Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists and Veterinarians to provide consistent support during times of stress. This feed is the culmination of decades of Purina equine nutrition research, and contains specialized ingredients designed to support a healthy gastric environment and immune system.
- Description
Description
Purina Ultium Gastric Care horse feed formula helps equine athletes during the stress of competition by providing optimal gastric and immune support.
Purina Ultium Gastric Care horse formula was developed by Purina’s Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists and Veterinarians to provide consistent support during times of stress. This feed is the culmination of decades of Purina equine nutrition research, and contains specialized ingredients designed to support a healthy gastric environment and immune system.
Features & Benefits
Balanced Nutrition to Support Overall Health
Formulated by Purina Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists using only high-quality ingredients, Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed is designed to meet the daily protein, vitamin, and mineral needs of equine athletes.
Consistent Nutrition in Every Bag
Purina’s Constant Nutrition® formulation process makes small adjustments in the amount of ingredients to compensate for nutrient variability. This process helps ensure that your horse receives consistent nutrition in every bag.
Energy to Support High-Performing Horses
Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed is nutritionally balanced and has the calories needed to support body condition and performance in smaller meals.
Highly Digestible Fiber Sources Support Optimal Hindgut Environment
Formulated with beet pulp, alfalfa and soy hulls to provide prebiotic fibers to the hindgut, which support beneficial microbes and gastrointestinal health.
Immune Support for Horses Affected by the Stress of Competition
Ultium® Gastric Care horse feed contains a specialized yeast extract to help support immune systems of horses affected by stress. Throughout the rigors of competition, you can have confidence your horse has the support needed for peak performance.
Purina® Amplify® Supplement Added to Support Body Condition
Multiple sources of fatty acids from flaxseed, stabilized rice bran, and vegetable oils help maintain body condition, healthy hair and skin.
Purina® Outlast® Supplement
Scientifically shown to support gastric health and comfort and proper pH through the stress of travel and competition.
Nutrients
Feeding Directions
Description
| Weight of horse in pounds | ||||
| LIFESTYLE | 800 | 1,000 | 1,200 | 1,400 |
| (lbs/day) | ||||
| Minimum Hay or Equivalent Pasture* | 9.50 | 12.00 | 14.50 | 17.00 |
| Ultium® Gastric Care** | (lbs/day) | |||
| Light Work | 4.00 | 5.00 | 6.00 | 7.00 |
| Moderate Work | 5.50 | 6.75 | 8.00 | 9.50 |
| Heavy Work | 7.00 | 8.50 | 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.
Caution
Important
- 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.
- Reduce and/or delay feeding a horse which is hot, excited or showing pain, has fever or diarrhea. Consult your veterinarian if any problems arise.
- Always feed a minimum of 1.0 to 1.2 lbs per 100 lbs of body weight of good quality clean hay or the equivalent in pasture.
- 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.
- Provide fresh, clean water at all times. Provide your horse with access to salt. Consult with your veterinarian regularly and maintain a routine dental, parasite control and health care program for your horse.
