Limited pasture
When grazing is scarce or pasture quality drops, pelleted forage offers a consistent option for adding roughage.
Purina® Forage Pellets
Purina Forage · At Hatchet Farm
Good forage.
More possibilities.
Three thoughtfully formulated forage pellets. Find the right fit for gastric comfort, easy keepers or extra body condition—all in an easy-to-soak, 40 lb bag.
EasySoak™ pelletsThree forage formulasNatural vitamin E · 250 IU/lb40 lb bags
Your forage guide
A foundation for every feeding plan.
Forage is the foundation of a horse’s diet. Purina’s pelleted formulas give you another way to meet forage needs alongside the rest of your feeding program, with options for different ages, activity levels and body conditions.
Chewing concerns
Soaked pellets become a soft mash, offering an option for horses with dental concerns or difficulty chewing long-stem forage.
Digestive support
Choose a forage blend to support your horse’s needs, from gastric comfort to fiber for hindgut health.
Starch & sugar management
Each formula has stated starch and sugar limits, making it easier to compare options within a carefully managed ration.
Across all three formulas
What comes in every bag.
EasySoak™ pellets
Purina’s pellet technology is designed to soften quickly in water. Soaking makes a soft, easy-to-chew mash and adds water to the meal to support hydration.
Controlled starch & sugar
The combined maximums are 10% for Alfalfa Gastric Support, 9% for Timothy-Teff and 12% for Beet Pulp Plus. See the comparison below for the individual guarantees.
Natural vitamin E
Every formula provides 250 IU per pound of natural vitamin E. Purina includes it for antioxidant and immune support.
All three are formulated without grain, molasses or binders. Purina also describes all three as “picky eater approved”; individual preferences vary.
Find your forage
Different horses.
Different starting points.
Choose a formula to see its full ingredients and feeding directions. These are forage products; build the rest of the ration around your horse’s individual needs.
Gastric comfort · 40 lb
Alfalfa Gastric Support
For gastric comfort
For performance horses and others needing stomach support. Alfalfa supplies forage, while Outlast® adds a proprietary blend of calcium and magnesium from seaweed that Purina describes as supporting proper gastric pH.
15%Protein min.
4%Fat min.
33%Fiber max.
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Download sell sheet (PDF)Easy keepers · 40 lb
Timothy-Teff
For easy keepers
For horses and ponies that tend to carry extra weight, horses with limited grazing, and those needing controlled starch and sugar. Timothy and teff provide varied grass roughage, while flaxseed supplies guaranteed omega-3 fatty acids. Formulated without soy.
12%Protein min.
3%Fat min.
29%Fiber max.
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Download sell sheet (PDF)Body condition · 40 lb
Beet Pulp Plus
For hard keepers & seniors
For horses needing help maintaining body condition. Digestible fiber from beet pulp and alfalfa supports body condition and hindgut health; rice bran supplies additional calories from fat.
12%Protein min.
4%Fat min.
27%Fiber max.
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Compare the three formulas.
Purina’s guaranteed analysis, shown on an as-fed basis. Minimums and maximums are guarantees, not exact nutrient totals.
| Per formula | Alfalfa Gastric Support | Timothy-Teff | Beet Pulp Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein (min.) | 15% | 12% | 12% |
| Fat (min.) | 4% | 3% | 4% |
| Fiber (max.) | 33% | 29% | 27% |
| Starch (max.) | 3% | 2% | 3% |
| Sugars (max.) | 7% | 7% | 9% |
| Starch + sugar (max.) | 10% | 9% | 12% |
| EasySoak™ technology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Natural vitamin E | 250 IU/lb | 250 IU/lb | 250 IU/lb |
| Outlast® gastric support | Yes | — | — |
| Omega-3s from flaxseed | — | Yes | — |
| Rice bran | — | — | Yes |
| Formulated without soy | No | Yes | No |
| No grain, molasses or binders | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Purina’s “picky eater approved” claim | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Distinctive feature | Outlast® gastric support | Omega-3s from flaxseed; soy-free | Added fat calories from rice bran |
| Forage replacement | Partial or total, within the Outlast serving limit | Partial or total | Up to 50% of total forage |
Product information and analysis: Purina Forage. See also the Purina Forage Guide (PDF). Follow the directions for your selected formula.
From bag to bucket
How forage fits into the day.
Count hay, pasture and pelleted forage together. Purina’s general guideline is 1.2–2.5% of body weight in total forage daily. The right amount depends on your horse and the rest of the ration.
1,000 lbexample horse weight
×
1.5%example feeding rate
=
15 lbtotal daily forage
An example from Purina’s guide—not an amount of pellets to add on top of hay or pasture. Adjust the feeding plan for your horse’s needs.
Prepare a soft mash
- Weigh the dry pellets before soaking.
- Add at least three parts water to one part pellets. Purina recommends warm water around 100°F for best soaking results.
- Let the pellets soften to the desired consistency before feeding. Follow your selected product’s directions.
Know the replacement limits
- Alfalfa Gastric Support: partial or total forage replacement, within the Outlast serving limit. Use another forage source if more forage is needed after that limit.
- Timothy-Teff: partial or total forage replacement.
- Beet Pulp Plus: replace up to 50% of the total forage.
Include long-stem forage as appropriate and follow the feeding directions for the chosen formula.
Product benefits and formula recommendations are Purina’s manufacturer guidance. Your veterinarian or equine nutritionist can help tailor a complete feeding plan.
Keep a copy for the feed room
Printable guides & sell sheets.
The key information is above. These downloads provide the original guide and complete product labels for reference.
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