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Low Starch

Zero®

800

DE Kcal/lb

15%

Protein

4%

Fat

35%

Fiber

6.5%

NSC
Ultra-Low Starch™ for All Horses
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Safe Starch
Low starch and sugar ideal for horses with specific dietary needs
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Super Digestion
Added prebiotics to aid in fiber digestion and healthy gut function
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Minerals Maximized
Chelated minerals for improved mineral absorption and bioavailability
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Shine and Strength
Added rice bran oil for a shiny coat and manageable energy for performance
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Muscle Fuel
Essential amino acids for muscle development and recovery
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Antioxidant Support
Bioavailable vitamin and mineral antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress
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Low Starch
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Soy Free
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Pellet
Hygain Zero bag
Hygain Zero feed
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Low Starch
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Soy Free
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Low Energy
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Pellet
Safe Starch icon
Safe Starch
Low starch and sugar ideal for horses with specific dietary needs
Super digestion icon
Super Digestion
Added prebiotics to aid in fiber digestion and healthy gut function
Chelated Minerals icon
Minerals Maximized
Chelated minerals for improved mineral absorption and bioavailability
Shine and strength icon
Shine and Strength
Added rice bran oil for a shiny coat and manageable energy for performance
Muscle fuel icon
Muscle Fuel
Essential amino acids for muscle development and recovery
Anti-oxidant icon
Antioxidant Support
Bioavailable vitamin and mineral antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress

About Zero

Hygain® Zero® Ultra-Low Starch™ is a soy-free, cereal grain-free pelleted feed that is high in soluble fiber, with an NSC of 6.5%. Zero® is an ideal choice for horses and ponies that require a low-starch diet, have a sensitivity to soy or cereal grains, or need a cool source of energy.

  • Soy and cereal grain-free formula ideal for horses with grain intolerance or sensitivities
  • 6.5% non-structural carbohydrates 
  • 35% soluble fiber to support healthy digestive system
  • Natural vitamin E for antioxidant, circulatory, and cardiovascular functions
  • Prebiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome and immune system
  • Hygain® RBO® rice bran oil for essential fatty acids and added shine

Feeding Rates

Hygain Zero feeding rates

Ingredients

Canola Meal, Sweet Lupin Meal, Rice Bran Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Salt, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Cobalt Sulfate, Cobalt Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Menadione Nicotinamide Bisulfite, Folic Acid, Choline Chloride, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement & Yeast Extracts.

Nutrition Analysis

Per lb. (As Fed)
Crude Protein (min)
15%
Lysine (min)
0.7%
Crude Fat (min)
4%
Crude Fiber (max)
35%
Acid Detergent Fiber (max)
45%
Neutral Detergent Fiber (max)
55%
Dietary Starch (max)
1.5%
Ethanol Soluble Carbohydrates (max)
4.5%
Water Soluble Carbohydrates (max)
5%
Non Structural Carbohydrates (max)
6.5%
Calcium (min)
1%
Calcium (max)
1.2%
Phosphorus (min)
0.5%
Magnesium (min)
0.6%
Potassium (min)
0.9%
Sodium (min)
0.5%
Sodium (max)
0.6%
Chloride (min)
0.8%
Manganese (min)
150 ppm
Zinc (min)
170 ppm
Copper (min)
60 ppm
Iron (min)
450 ppm
Iodine (min)
1.1 ppm
Selenium (min)
0.3 ppm
Selenium (max)
0.35 ppm
Vitamin A (min)
4,770 IU/lb
Vitamin D (min)
714 IU/lb
Vitamin E (min)
227 IU/lb
Menadione (min)
3.7 mg/lb
Thiamin - Vitamin B1 (min)
4.4 mg/lb
Riboflavin - Vitamin B2 (min)
7.5 mg/lb
Niacin (min)
23 mg/lb
Pantothenic Acid (min)
9.1 mg/lb
Vitamin B6 (min)
2 mg/lb
Vitamin B12 (min)
24 ug/lb
Folic Acid (min)
2.3 mg/lb
Biotin (min)
2.3 mg/lb
Prebiotic (Yeast extract Saccharomyces cerevisiae) (min)
907 mg/lb

What's Inside Zero

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.
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® Zero® is a pelleted, low starch and low sugar fully fortified feed.  The high fiber and prebiotics support gut health and proper immune function.

Zero® should be introduced to your horse’s diet gradually. Adjust intake according to pregnancy and lactation status, age, breed, growth rate, body condition, workload, and pasture/hay availability and quality. 

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.

  1. Introduce Hygain® Zero® to your horse’s diet gradually over a 7-10 day period.
  2. Feed by weight, not by volume.
  3. Feed a minimum of 1% of your horse’s body weight daily as roughage.
  4. Free choice salt should be offered at all times.
  5. Ensure horses have access to clean water.
  6. Do not add additional vitamins or minerals unless directed by a veterinarian or nutritionist.
  7. Contact Hygain® for additional dietary recommendations and nutritional solutions.
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Regrettably, Hygain has made the difficult decision to stop supplying the US market and to close our US entity. Inventory of products will remain available in the US in the short term but will start to deplete rapidly from late March. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, you can reach out to your Hygain representative.