Senior horse feed
Evolution Senior is a low glycemic, multiparticle feed (contains pelleted and extruded components) for senior horses (>15 years of age and another indication of aging). Evolution Senior utilizes the latest research on the vital requirements for mature horses with strong emphasis on immunity and overall health. Formulated with proven quality ingredients and manufactured exclusively by Cargill in a specialized drug‑free equine facility.
Characteristics
Contains reduced starch and higher fat and fibre content (commonly referred to as low glycemic)
- Delivers much needed sensible calories (energy) for senior horses.
- Helps minimize gut upset (colic) by preventing starch overload in the hindgut.
- Proven to effectively lessen glycemic and insulin response.
Contains a high pectin fibre source (beet pulp)
- A highly fermentable fibre source that provides needed calories to maintain body condition.
- Helps maintain a healthier pH and microbial population in the typically declining senior hindgut.
Contains Athlete™, Purina’s unique extruded high fat supplement with flaxseed (an excellent source of Omega‑3) for an optimal balanced fatty acid profile of 5:1, Omega-6 to Omega‑3
- Higher digestibility and calorie (energy) availability.
- Improves hair coat and skin condition.
- Supports proper immune function and anti-inflammatory properties so vital to senior horses.
- Promotes membrane integrity and cell viability.
- Omega‑3 fatty acids shown to enhance insulin efficiency thus reducing insulin resistance.
- Helps support cognitive ability.
Contains Horse Plus™, Purina’s exclusive blend of Vitamin C, and a full complement of all B vitamins including biotin
- Essential blood‑building nutrients.
- Supports immune function and overall health.
- Essential for proper energy utilization.
Contains balanced amino acids with added Methionine
- To help maintain proper muscle tone and joint function.
Contains organic copper, zinc, manganese and selenium
- Increases absorption and enhances trace mineral bioavailability to improve immune response.
Contains Yeast Culture
- Improves hindgut fermentation which increases energy, protein and phosphorus utilization.
Contains prebiotics and probiotics
- Helps promote good gut bacteria and protect against harmful bacteria for improved gut health.
Contains an elevated level of Vitamin E (220 IU/kg) and selenium (0.4 ppm)
- Two important antioxidants.
