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Purina® Equilibrium

XCEL HD

Feed for equine athletes and hard keepers

Equilibrium XCEL HD is a high caloric, low NSC (sugar and starch), multiparticle feed (contains pelleted and extruded components as well as shredded beet pulp) for equine athletes and hard keepers.

Form: Multiparticle
Available Sizes: 20kg
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13.0% Protein
12.0% Fat
15.0% Fibre
  • Guaranteed Analysis

    Nutrients Levels
    Protein 13.00%
    Fat 12.00%
    Fibre 15.00%
    Calcium 0.75%
    Phosphorus 0.60%
    Sodium 0.60%
    Vitamin A 11 050 I.U./kg
    Vitamin D3 1655 I.U./kg
    Vitamin E 300 I.U./kg
    Selenium 0.40 mg/kg

    Contains an elevated level of Vitamin E (300 IU/kg) and selenium (0.4 mg/kg) Two important antioxidants which help support immune functions and overall health. - Selenium also plays a role in the control of thyroid hormones metabolism. - Helps protect against exercise induced stress.

  • Ingredients

    Nutrients Ingredients
    Fibre Shredded Beet Pulp, Soya Hulls, Dehydrated Alfalfa
    Protein/ Amino Acids DL-Methionine, Soya Bean Meal, L-Lysine
    Starch Ground Wheat
    Fat Flaxseed, Soya Oil
    Prebiotic Yeast
    Probiotic Mixture of Live Bacteria
    Vitamins Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Niacin, Thiamine, Vitamin B12, Biotin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid
    Minerals Salt (Sodium Chloride), Calcium Carbonate, Mono Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Copper Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Manganese Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Organic Copper, Organic Manganese, Organic Zinc, Organic Selenium, Cobalt Carbonate
    Multi-Attributes Wheat shorts, Athlete**
    Flavour/ Binder Flavoring, Molasses

    *Ingredients are not in order of their inclusion rate. **Athlete™, refers to the extruded component in this product which differs from the Purina Pur-Athlete extruded supplement. Athlete is not available for sale. An ingredient list for Athlete is available upon request.

  • Feeding Instructions

    Equilibrium XCEL HD is recommended for equine athletes, racehorses, and hard keepers. Feed in conjunction with water and a minimum of 1% body weight (on a dry matter basis) of a long stemmed forage (hay/pasture). Feed according to the following table, whereby the lower quantity meets minimum vitamin and mineral requirements and the higher quantity meets Purina Superior Recommendations. Ideally, feed enough to achieve desired body condition, and for every kilogram under the recommendation, provide 225 grams of Purina Equilizer (35710). Provide free-choice salt. Daily ration should be divided into 2 and preferably 3 separate feedings daily.

    1. Amounts can vary depending on the hay. Purina recommends that you have your hay analyzed and balance your ration accordingly. Also, depending on the hay, Optimal (35720) may be better suited as a supplement than Equilizer (35710).
    2. If your horse rapidly consumes this feed and/ or if hydration status of your horse is questionable, we recommend adding water to this feed or using other measures to ensure an appropriate rate of intake.
    3. Do not provide more than 0.5% of Body Weight of this feed at one time.
    4. Provide a source of fresh, clean water at all times.
    5. Follow sound management practices along with disease and sanitation control measures. If there are any questions, contact your veterinarian, Purina dealer or Purina sales consultant.

     

    CAUTION

    Directions for use must be carefully followed.
    Feed is perishable. Store in a dry, well‑ventilated area protected from rodents and insects. Do not feed moldy or insect‑infested feed to animals as it may cause illness, abortion or death.

    Minimum Purina Superior
    Maintenance 0.50 0.75
    Performance
    Light Exercise 0.53 1.00
    Moderate Exercise 0.60 1.13
    Intense Exercise 0.67 1.25
    Stallions
    Non Breeding 0.50 1.00
    Breeding 0.53 1.00

Nutritional Facts

  • Calories/DE

  • Reduced sugar/starch and higher fat and fibre content (commonly referred to as low glycemic).

    Delivers sensible calories (energy) needed for performance. • Helps minimize excitability. Ideal for horses that “tie-up”. • Proven to effectively regulate glycemic and insulin response. • Helps minimize gut upset (colic) by preventing starch overload in the hindgut.

  • Contains shredded beet pulp, a high pectin fibre source.

    A highly fermentable fibre source providing needed calories for performance. • Helps maintain a healthier hindgut pH and microbial population.

  • Athlete™, Purina’s unique extruded high fat supplement with flaxseed (an excellent source of Omega-3) with a 5:1 balanced Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio

    Improves hair coat and skin condition. • Supports immune functions, anti-inflammatory properties and ulcer healing. • Promotes membrane integrity and cell (including red blood cells) viability. • Omega-3 fatty acids shown to help enhance insulin efficiency thus reducing insulin resistance. • Helps support cognitive ability.

  • Horse Plus™, Purina’s exclusive blend of vitamins, consisting of a full complement of the 8 B-vitamins (including biotin), vitamin C, E and K

    Essential blood-building nutrients. • Supports immune function and overall health. • Essential for proper utilization of energy for exercise. • Vitamin K supports blood clotting. • Helps protect against exercise induced stress.

  • Elevated and added amino acids including Methionine

    To maintain proper muscle tone and joint and hoof health.

  • Organic copper, zinc, manganese and selenium

    Increases absorption and enhances trace mineral bioavailability to improve immune response. • Supports immune function and overall health.

  • Contains Yeast Culture

    Improves hindgut fermentation which increases energy, protein and phosphorus utilization.

  • Prebiotics and probiotics

    Helps promote good gut bacteria and protect against harmful bacteria for improved gut health.

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