THE RESEARCH BEHIND PURINA® EQUINE SENIOR® HORSE FEED
Purina’s Ph.D. Equine Nutritionists and Veterinarians continually research new ways to address the specific needs of aging horses, helping your senior horse live a long, healthy life. Purina® Equine Senior® horse feed has been scientifically studied at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center for over 20 years. With this latest formulation, our nutritionists have combined all the benefits of the trusted original Equine Senior® horse feed together with discoveries from the most cuttingedge equine science.
THREE REASONS HORSES BENEFIT FROM EQUINE SENIOR® HORSE FEED:
1. ActivAge™ prebiotic to support immune function
2. Amplify® Nugget provides higher fat from flax seed, rice bran and
vegetable oil
3. High fat and fiber formula with controlled starch and sugar to help maintain blood sugar levels
#1 VETERINARIAN RECOMMENDED SENIOR HORSE FEED
Four out of five Equine Veterinarians recommend Purina’s Equine Senior® horse feed to their clients with senior horses, according to an independent study conducted in November 2012.
EASY TO CHEW
Easysoak™ pellet technology creates a mash in 5 minutes with warm water,* reaking down the pellet quickly to make it easy to chew and swallow for horses with dental problems or missing teeth.
*Add 5 quarts warm water (100° F) to every 6 pounds of feed. Soaking time will vary depending on water temperature.
BUILT-IN FORAGE
Complete feed with quality hay built in helps senior horses get the fiber they need when dental problems or missing teeth prevent them from eating forage.
HIGHLY DIGESTIBLE
Scientifically formulated with a blend of fiber sources including beet pulp and top quality hay to help maintain the senior horse’s body condition and support normal
digestive function.
SUPPLIES 100% OF REQUIRED VITAMINS AND MINERALS
Designed to meet the specific nutritional needs of senior horses to support immune function and overall health.**
**When fed as directed, with free-choice or added salt, based on Nutrient Requirements of Horses Sixth Revised Edition – 2007, published by the National
Research Council
#1 HIGHLY PALATABLE WITH LESS SUGAR
Instead of using straight cane molasses which is higher in sugar, Purina® Equine Senior® horse feed contains a unique blend of molasses and soy oil for a higher fat molasses that encourages optimal intake.
CONTROLLED STARCH AND SUGAR
Formulated to provide a diet lower in nonstructural carbohydrates that may be suitable for aging horses with carbohydrate sensitivities.
ADDED ANTIOXIDANTS
Contains Vitamin C and Vitamin E to provide additional support for a healthy immune system.
