What makes some feeds better than others? What nutrients really make a difference in your horse's health? And how do we deliver the right combination for your animal? Those were our questions. Smart Grain Formulation is our answer.
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, minimum | 14.0% |
| Lysine, minimum | 0.90% |
| Methionine, minimum | 0.35% |
| Threonine, minimum | 0.55% |
| Crude Fat, minimum | 7.0% |
| Crude Fiber, maximum | 15.0% |
| ADF, maximum | 15.0% |
| NDF, maximum | 34.0% |
| Dietary Starch*, maximum | 17.0% |
| Sugar*, maximum | 5.0% |
| Calcium, minimum | 0.90% |
| Calcium, maximum | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus, minimum | 0.70% |
| Copper, minimum | 50 ppm |
| Zinc, minimum | 160 ppm |
| Selenium, minimum | 0.60 ppm |
| Vitamin A, minimum | 3,000 IU/lb |
| Vitamin D, minimum | 350 IU/lb |
| Vitamin E, minimum | 100 IU/lb |
| Biotin, minimum | 0.45 mg/lb |
| Lactobacillus acidophilus, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Lactobacillus casei, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Bifidobacterium thermophilum, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
| Enterococcus Faecium, minimum | 5.1 MIL CFU/LB |
*NSC (Non-structural Carbohydrates) = Dietary Starch + Sugar
| Life Stage | Activity Level | Lbs Feed per 100 lbs bodyweight |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Horses | Maintenance | 0.25 - 0.5 |
| Performance Horses | Light exercise | 0.5 - 0.75 |
| Performance Horses | Moderate exercise | 0.75 - 1.0 |
| Performance Horses | Intense exercise | 1.0 - 1.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | First two trimesters of gestation | 0.25 - 0.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Last trimester of gestation | 0.5 - 0.75 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Early lactation (foaling to 3 months) | 1.0 - 1.5 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Late lactation (3 months to weaning) | 0.75 - 1.0 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Foals | Creep Feed |
| Broodmares & Foals | Weanlings | 1.5 - 2.0 |
| Broodmares & Foals | Yearlings | 0.75 - 1.5 |
| Minis & Ponies | Maintenance | 0.25 - 0.5 |
| Minis & Ponies | Light exercise | 0.5 - 0.75 |
| Minis & Ponies | Moderate exercise | 0.75 - 1.0 |
Safechoice Original Horse Feed is the time-tested controlled starch formula for all life stages. Nutritionally balanced for growing and mature horses alike, SafeChoice Original helps make feeding a wide range of horses more convenient - without sacrificing nutritional quality or peace of mind.
Guaranteed maximums of starch and sugar levels
- Digestibility: Ideal for horses with digestive disturbances
- Topline Balance: Including Topline Balance, the Nutrena brand's unique approach to topline health
- Organic Trace Minerals: To support immune system strength, we include organic trace mineral complexes
- Consistent Nutrients: Every bag of Nutrena feed delivers consistent nutrient levels
- Prebiotics Probiotics: Added prebiotics and probiotics support the intestinal microbes to help your horse achieve more efficient absorption of nutrients.
We strive to give you the best prices and personal service in the business. Call us or stop by our store to learn more about how our friendly staff can help you find the right feed and supplies.
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