Senior - HYGAIN - Horse Feeds & Supplements

Leisure / Senior

Senior^®

1360

DE Kcal/lb

15%

Protein

7%

Fat

14%

Fiber

1%

Lysine

SPECIALIZED FORMULATION FOR ACTIVE SENIORS

Muscle Fuel

Essential amino acids for muscle development and recovery

Minerals Maximized

Chelated minerals for improved mineral absorption and bioavailability

Micronized for Digestion

Micronized for maximum digestibility

Digestion & Immune Support

Added pre and probiotics to support gut microbiome, digestion, and immunity

Shine and Strength

Added rice bran oil for a shiny coat and manageable energy for performance

Antioxidant Support

Bioavailable vitamin and mineral antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress

Oat Free

Soy Free

Micronized

Medium Energy

Textured

Oat Free

Soy Free

Micronized

Medium Energy

Textured

Muscle Fuel

Essential amino acids for muscle development and recovery

Minerals Maximized

Chelated minerals for improved mineral absorption and bioavailability

Micronized for Digestion

Micronized for maximum digestibility

Digestion & Immune Support

Added pre and probiotics to support gut microbiome, digestion, and immunity

Shine and Strength

Added rice bran oil for a shiny coat and manageable energy for performance

Antioxidant Support

Bioavailable vitamin and mineral antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress

About Senior

Hygain® Senior® is a soy-free, oat-free, micronized textured feed formulated to meet the nutrient needs of active senior horses. This formula includes antioxidants vitamin C and natural vitamin E. Senior® complements a quality forage program and provides high-quality digestible energy, soluble fiber, protein, and balanced levels of vitamins and minerals for health and vitality.

Micronized for improved digestibility and bioavailability of nutrients
Soy-free formula for horses with sensitivity to soy
Chelated minerals for maximum absorption
Natural vitamin E for antioxidant, circulatory, and cardiovascular functions
Hygain® RBO® rice bran oil for essential fatty acids and added shine
Essential amino acids to promote muscle development and recovery
Prebiotics and probiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome and immune system

Feeding Rates

Ingredients

Heat Processed Barley, Sweet Lupin Flakes, Flaked Corn, Alfalfa Hay Sun-Cured Chopped, Cane Molasses, Rice Bran Oil, Sweet Lupin Hulls (max 3.5%), Wheat Bran, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Magnesium Oxide, L-Lysine, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, DL-Methionine, Biotin, Cobalt Sulfate, Menadione Nicotinamide Bisulfite, Folic Acid, Selenium Yeast, Sodium Selenite, Choline Chloride, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Yeast Culture & Yeast Extract.

Nutrition Analysis

Per lb. (As Fed)

Crude Protein (min)

15%

Lysine (min)

1%

Crude Fat (min)

7%

Crude Fiber (max)

14%

Calcium (min)

0.9%

Calcium (max)

1.1%

Phosphorus (min)

0.5%

Magnesium (min)

0.6%

Potassium (min)

0.6%

Sodium (min)

0.5%

Sodium (max)

0.6%

Chloride (min)

0.8%

Manganese (min)

145 ppm

Zinc (min)

156 ppm

Copper (min)

52 ppm

Iron (min)

260 ppm

Iodine (min)

1.3 ppm

Selenium (min)

0.3 ppm

Vitamin A (min)

4,949 IU/lb

Vitamin D (min)

526 IU/lb

Vitamin E (min)

227 IU/lb

Vitamin E (max)

250 IU/lb

Vitamin C (min)

90 ppm

Vitamin C (max)

100 ppm

Thiamine - Vitamin B1 (min)

4.5 mg/lb

Riboflavin - Vitamin B2 (min)

6 mg/lb

Vitamin B6 (min)

3 mg/lb

Niacin (min)

27 mg/lb

Pantothenic Acid (min)

9 mg/lb

Vitamin B12 (min)

18 ug/lb

Folic Acid (min)

5 mg/lb

Biotin (min)

0.5 mg/lb

Menadione (min)

3 mg/lb

Choline

249 mg/lb

Yeast Extract (min)

907 mg/lb

Yeast Culture (min)

9.07 Billion CFU/lb

What's Inside Senior

The Australian Lupin is a legume (similar to beans, peas, and lentils) that is grown primarily in Australia and distributed worldwide. It is characterized by a high protein and fiber content, and is naturally low in starch. Lupins contain favorable amounts and ratios of essential fatty acids that provide calories for cool, focused energy. Rich in minerals such as zinc, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and phosphorus Lupins also contain vitamin A, B vitamins, and vitamin E. Lupins are a nutritionally dense feed option that can be utilized to lower starch in the equine diet or to replace other common feed ingredients for those horses that experience sensitivities to certain allergens.

All Hygain® feeds and ration balancers contain a highly stable, biologically active form of natural vitamin E (d-ɑ-tocopherol). Natural vitamin E protects cells from free radical damage while also supporting normal circulatory and neuromuscular functions. The natural form of vitamin E is preferentially absorbed by the body over synthetic sources. With pasture being the most abundant source of vitamin E in the equine diet, a formula with natural vitamin E is essential for horses who are not on full-time pasture.

Prebiotic fibers promote a healthy gut flora by providing nourishment to beneficial microbes in the digestive tract of the horse, particularly the hindgut. These microbes are responsible for breaking down fiber and producing volatile fatty acids that the horse can use for energy. A healthy gut microflora helps to discourage the growth of harmful microbes and promotes a more stable gut environment for an overall healthier horse.

Probiotics are direct fed (live) microbials that stimulate the activity of good bacteria in the horse’s digestive tract. The addition of probiotics to equine diets improves fiber digestion, immune response, and can support maintainenance of an appropriate pH for a healthy digestive tract.

Hygain® RBO® Equine Performance Oil is a blend of pure rice bran oil containing essential fatty acids and natural antioxidants formulated for all equines. This unique oil contains natural vitamin E and aids as a carrier for fat-soluble vitamins. Added rice bran oil promotes a shiny coat and increases cool burning energy in the diet without promoting excitability.

Selenium has antioxidant functions as a component of the glutathione peroxidase enzyme complex, which scavenges free radicals to limit oxidative stress in the body. The organic form of selenium, selenium yeast, has greater absorption and retention in the body when compared to inorganic forms. Through preferential uptake in the body, selenium yeast plays a critical role in optimal functioning of the muscular and nervous systems, in addition to its importance in immune system function.

Feeding Tips

Hygain® Senior® is formulated for active mature horses as a complement to their forage program. Many senior horses need a higher concentration of easily digestible nutrients in each pound of feed, and the carefully blended ingredients in Senior® cater to the increased nutritional demands of the working older horse.

Senior® should be introduced to your horse’s diet gradually. Adjust intake according to pregnancy and lactation status, age, breed, growth rate, body condition, work load, and pasture/hay availability and quality. Hygain® Senior® should be fed in conjunction with quality pasture and/or hay.

The combination of Hygain® feeds with a quality forage is suitable for most horses. However, it is always recommended that you seek professional assistance from your veterinarian and our nutrition team.

Introduce Hygain® Senior® to your horse’s diet gradually over a 7-10 day period.
Feed by weight, not by volume.
Feed a minimum of 1% of your horse’s body weight daily as roughage.
Free choice salt should be offered at all times.
Ensure horses have access to clean water.
Do not add additional vitamins or minerals unless directed by a veterinarian or nutritionist.
Contact Hygain® for additional dietary recommendations and nutritional solutions.

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