protect your horse`s health at every life stage
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protect your horse`s health at every life stage
protect your horse's health at every life stage We know your horse’s health is important to you. The best foundation for good health is a balanced diet made from high-quality ingredients and cutting edge nutrition. We combine decades of experience with the latest research in equine nutrition to continually craft better ways to formulate our products to feed equine companions. We’re passionate about protecting your horse’s well-being, so we created Sentinel®, a full line of nutrient release formula feeds to meet your horse’s developmental and activity requirements. Because it’s our passion to protect yours. SENTINEL® HORSE FEEDS Sentinel® is a result of pressure-cooking, combining moisture, heat and pressure. Horses have a very sensitive digestive tract, and pressure-cooked feed provides the best in nutrition and digestion. While pressure cooking is not new, this method of feeding is relatively new to the equine industry. Blue Seal Feeds has been a leader in this field, manufacturing 100% Pressure Cooked horse feeds for more than 18 years. Blue Seal offers an extensive line of pressure cooked horse feeds under the Sentinel brand of equine products. These Nutrient Release Formula feeds are made with all natural low starch and sugar ingredients and include soybean hulls, beet pulp, rice bran and flaxseed plus vitamins and minerals. They are pressure cooked, forming highly digestible nuggets designed to optimize nutrition and digestion. Extruded feeds are designed for maximum breakdown through enhanced enzyme activity that starts as soon as your horse takes its first bite. Protect your horse’s health at every life stage with Sentinel® Horse Feeds, the Guardian of Equine Health®. photo credits (front cover): palmer photo, brant gamma and jeff kirkbride. safe start formula grow & excel formula life time formula nutrient release system performance ls formula senior formula 1. 3. 5. 7. 9. 11. suggested feeding recommendations 13. situations to solutions quick reference 15. Immune System Support – Antioxidant nutrients aid in the development of a healthy immune system in young growing foals. These nutrients also sustain tissue integrity and strength helping to support mammary health in lactating mares. SS safe start Growth and Development – Amino acids such as Lysine, Methionine and Threonine are the building blocks of quality protein necessary for growth and maintenance of all tissues including bone, muscle, hoof and hair. Protein is also important for milk production in lactating mares. formula Body Structure and Function – Biologically available minerals and vitamins help grow and maintain all body tissues, help regulate metabolic activities and help support the immune system to sustain overall health. Precise mineral nutrition and balance is important for mare milk composition and proper bone development in growing foals. brant gamma photo Sentinel® Safe Start, a Nutrient Release Formula feed, is the new generation in equine nutrition formulated specifically to meet the high demands of foal growth and mare lactation. A high protein and high fat formulation utilizing low starch/sugar ingredients provides the precise nutrition necessary for healthy foal growth, premium milk composition and optimum milk production in mares. This unique formulation of Sentinel® Safe Start is also recommended for show horses on low protein hay or when extra shine and condition is desired. A pressurecooked feed offers a safe and natural way to provide essential nutrition and calories to young growing foals and lactating mares and is easily digested for optimal nutrient utilization. GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Crude Protein, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������16 % Lysine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.85 % Methionine, Min.����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.45 % Threonine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.55 % Crude Fat, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������8.5 % Crude Fiber, Max. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 10 % Calcium, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Calcium, Max. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1.15 % Phosphorus, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.70 % Copper, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 55 ppm Manganese, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 140 ppm Selenium, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.60 ppm Zinc, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 170 ppm Vitamin A, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 5,500 IU/lb Vitamin E, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 150 IU/lb Biotin, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.45 mg/lb Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Min.�������������������������������������������������� 3.5 g/lb Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Min.������������������������������������������������ 21.0 g/lb Total Bacillus Species, Min. ���������������������������������������� 454 million cfu/lb (Bacillus Lichenformis, Bacillus Subtilis) 1 qt = 0.85 lbs 1. Low Starch and Sugar Ingredients – A low starch and sugar diet is often recommended by veterinarians and nutritionists for horses with a history of metabolic and digestive challenges, such as Cushing’s, insulin resistance, tying up, DOD, EPSM, colic and laminitis. Healthy Rate of Intake – The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds may facilitate the breakdown of feed for horses while encouraging slower consumption and more thorough chewing. A slower rate of intake with more complete chewing may help minimize the risk of digestive upsets, such as colic and choke. High Nutrient Density – Provides more actual nutrition by weight; you may feed less while delivering more of what your horse needs for optimum health and ideal body condition. Stable Digestive Environment – Direct-fed microorganisms and fermentation products aid in maintaining healthy digestion and active microbial fermentation for sustained nutrient digestibility, absorption and assimilation. These additives may support the presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut, resulting in sustained horse health and a more stable digestive tract environment. Built-In Fiber – Highly fermentable fiber sources such as soybean hulls, rice bran and beet pulp support healthy digestive activity while providing extra calories in a safe and natural form. Healthy Skin and Hair Coat – Highly digestible fat from Soybean Oil and Flaxseed (sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids) helps provide extra calories for maintaining ideal body condition and helps promote a healthy skin and hair coat. Brain and Visual Support – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), an Omega-3 fatty acid, is a structural component of nerve cells in the brain and eyes and a key component of heart tissue. Studies have shown that DHA is important for mental and visual development and plays a key role in the anti-inflammatory process. Fixed Formula – A consistent formula, bag after bag, featuring only the highest quality ingredients, to prevent sudden changes in the diet to improve digestive health and function. GX Immune System Support – Antioxidant nutrients aid in maintaining tissue integrity and strength, helping to sustain health and metabolism under the stresses of growth and performance. grow & excel Growth and Development – Amino acids such as Lysine, Methionine and Threonine are the building blocks of quality protein necessary for the continuous growth and rebuilding of muscle tissue in growing and performing horses. formula Body Structure and Function – Biologically available minerals and vitamins help grow, build and maintain all body tissues including bone and muscle, help regulate metabolic activities and help support the immune system to sustain overall health. palmer photo • www.palmerpictures.com Sentinel® Grow & Excel, a Nutrient Release Formula feed, is the new generation in equine nutrition formulated specifically to meet the intense demands of young growing horses and active performance horses. A precise balance of protein, high fat and fiber from low starch/ sugar ingredients provides healthful nutrition throughout growth and into performance. This versatile formulation of Sentinel® Grow & Excel is also an ideal choice for breeding stallions and pregnant mares in late gestation. A pressure-cooked feed offers a safe and natural way to provide essential nutrition and calories to growing and performing horses and is more easily digested for optimal nutrient utilization. GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Crude Protein, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������14 % Lysine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.70 % Methionine, Min.����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.35 % Threonine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.50 % Crude Fat, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������10 % Crude Fiber, Max. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 15 % Calcium, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Calcium, Max. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1.15 % Phosphorus, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Copper, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 55 ppm Manganese, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 135 ppm Selenium, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.60 ppm Zinc, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 165 ppm Vitamin A, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 5,500 IU/lb Vitamin E, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 150 IU/lb Biotin, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.45 mg/lb Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Min.�������������������������������������������������� 4.2 g/lb Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Min.������������������������������������������������ 23.0 g/lb Total Bacillus Species, Min. ���������������������������������������� 454 million cfu/lb (Bacillus Lichenformis, Bacillus Subtilis) 1 qt = 0.85 lbs 3. Sequential Release of ‘Cool’ Energy – A specific balance of fat and fermentable fiber released at different rates in the body to meet the complex demands for growth and performance. Low Starch and Sugar Ingredients – A low starch and sugar diet is often recommended by veterinarians and nutritionists for horses with a history of metabolic and digestive challenges, such as Cushing’s, insulin resistance, tying up, DOD, EPSM, colic and laminitis. Healthy Rate of Intake – The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds may facilitate the breakdown of feed for horses while encouraging slower consumption and more thorough chewing. A slower rate of intake with more complete chewing may help minimize the risk of digestive upsets, such as colic and choke. High Nutrient Density – Provides more actual nutrition by weight; you may feed less while delivering more of what your horse needs for optimum health and ideal body condition. Stable Digestive Environment – Direct-fed microorganisms and fermentation products aid in maintaining healthy digestion and active microbial fermentation for sustained nutrient digestibility, absorption and assimilation. These additives may support the presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut, resulting in sustained horse health and a more stable digestive tract environment. Built-In Fiber – Highly fermentable fiber sources such as soybean hulls, beet pulp, alfalfa meal and rice bran support healthy digestive activity while providing extra calories in a safe and natural form. Healthy Skin and Hair Coat – Highly digestible fat from Soybean Oil and Flaxseed (sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids) helps provide extra calories for maintaining ideal body condition and helps promote a healthy skin and hair coat. Brain and Visual Support – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), an Omega-3 fatty acid, is a structural component of nerve cells in the brain and eyes and a key component of heart tissue. Studies have shown that DHA is important for mental and visual development and plays a key role in the anti-inflammatory process. Fixed Formula – A consistent formula, bag after bag, featuring only the highest quality ingredients, to prevent sudden changes in the diet to improve digestive health and function. Immune System Support – Antioxidant nutrients aid in maintaining the integrity and strength of cells and tissues in active horses, helping to sustain a lifetime of health and wellness. LT Strong and Healthy Tissues and Joints – Amino acids such as Lysine, Methionine and Threonine are the building blocks of quality protein necessary for growth and maintenance of all tissues including bone, muscle, hoof and hair. Glucosamine HCl and marine-source Chondroitin Sulfate are ingredients to help support joint and connective tissue health. life time formula Body Structure and Function – Biologically available minerals and vitamins help build and maintain body tissues, help regulate metabolic activities and help support the immune system to sustain overall health. jeff kirkbride photo Sentinel® LifeTime, a Nutrient Release Formula feed, is the new generation in equine nutrition formulated specifically for active junior, adult and senior horses specifically where joint health is a potential concern. A high fat, high fiber complete feed fortified with essential nutrients plus Glucosamine HCl and Chondroitin Sulfate provides superior nutrition to meet the physiological and metabolic needs of active horses for a lifetime of health and performance. This unique formulation of Sentinel® LifeTime is also recommended for certain horses with challenged digestive and/or metabolic systems. A pressure-cooked feed offers a safe and natural way to provide essential nutrition and calories to active junior, adult and senior horses and is easily digested for optimal nutrient utilization. GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Crude Protein, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������13.5 % Lysine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.60 % Methionine, Min.����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.25 % Threonine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.50 % Crude Fat, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������10 % Crude Fiber, Max. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 20 % Calcium, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Calcium, Max. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1.15 % Phosphorus, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.60 % Copper, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 ppm Manganese, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 125 ppm Selenium, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.50 ppm Zinc, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 155 ppm Vitamin A, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 4,500 IU/lb Vitamin E, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 150 IU/lb Biotin, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.45 mg/lb Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Min. �������������������������������������������� 650 mg/lb Chondroitin Sulfate, Min.���������������������������������������������������������� 220 mg/lb Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Min.�������������������������������������������������� 4.2 g/lb Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Min.������������������������������������������������ 23.0 g/lb Total Bacillus Species, Min. ���������������������������������������� 454 million cfu/lb (Bacillus Lichenformis, Bacillus Subtilis) 1 qt = 0.85 lbs 5. Sequential Release of ‘Cool’ Energy – A specific balance of fat and fermentable fiber provides safe calories released at different rates in the body to meet the complex demands for active horses. Low Starch and Sugar Ingredients – A low starch and sugar diet is often recommended by veterinarians and nutritionists for horses with a history of metabolic and digestive challenges, such as Cushing’s, insulin resistance, tying up, DOD, EPSM, colic and laminitis. Healthy Rate of Intake – The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds may facilitate the breakdown of feed for horses while encouraging slower consumption and more thorough chewing. A slower rate of intake with more complete chewing may help minimize the risk of digestive upsets, such as colic and choke. High Nutrient Density – Provides more actual nutrition by weight; you may feed less while delivering more of what your horse needs for optimum health and ideal body condition. Stable Digestive Environment – Direct-fed microorganisms and fermentation products aid in maintaining healthy digestion and active microbial fermentation for sustained nutrient digestibility, absorption and assimilation. These additives may support the presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut, resulting in sustained horse health and a more stable digestive tract environment. Built-In Fiber – Highly fermentable fiber sources such as soybean hulls, alfalfa meal, beet pulp and rice bran support healthy digestive activity while providing extra calories in a safe and natural form. Healthy Skin and Hair Coat – Highly digestible fat from Soybean Oil and Flaxseed (sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids) helps provide extra calories for maintaining ideal body condition and helps promote a healthy skin and hair coat. Brain and Visual Support – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), an Omega-3 fatty acid, is a structural component of nerve cells in the brain and eyes and a key component of heart tissue. Studies have shown that DHA is important for mental and visual development and plays a key role in the antiinflammatory process. Fixed Formula – A consistent formula, bag after bag, featuring only the highest quality ingredients, to prevent sudden changes in the diet to improve digestive health and function. NUTRIENT RELEASE Extruded feeds are designed for maximum breakdown through enhanced enzyme activity that starts as soon as your horse takes its first bite optimizing digestibility and nutrient utilization; safely delivering unmatched nutrition naturally. All natural ingredients including soybean hulls, beet pulp, rice bran and flaxseed plus vitamins and minerals are pressure cooked forming highly digestible nuggets designed to release the full nutritional power of these wholesome ingredients. Mouth: Feed mixes with natural saliva to facilitate the initial breakdown of ingredients to food particles. The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds allows for better interaction with saliva, helping promote proper digestive action while encouraging a more natural, slower rate of intake. Stomach: Natural enzymes and acids convert feed particles into essential nutrients for efficient absorption. With pressure cooking of ingredients, essential proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals and vitamins undergo maximal digestion, minimizing the undesirable passage of nutrients like starches and sugars to the hindgut. Intestine: 7. Intestinal absorption of nutrients is essential for life processes including respiration, metabolism, growth, reproduction and physical activity. Incorporating amino acids from quality protein, energy from fat and soluble carbohydrates, trace minerals from biologically available forms and antioxidant vitamins ensures nutrients are available for maximal utilization. Cecum: The active microbial population found in the cecum serves to ferment forage and other fiber components into usable energy, protein and other nutrients like B-vitamins. Superior fermentable fiber from sources like soybean hulls, beet pulp and rice bran provide calories for energy in a safe and natural form while direct-fed microbials help to maintain a stable intestinal environment. Colon & Rectum: Absorption of nutrients obtained from the fermentation of forage and other fiber sources is an important source of natural energy, protein, minerals and vitamins for the horse. Feeding a high quality, highly digestible pressure cooked feed with healthy fermentation leads to efficient absorption of nutrients and water by the colon and encourage 8. Immune System Support – Antioxidant nutrients support tissue integrity and strength, helping to maintain normal muscle activity and helping to minimize oxidative induced damage in body tissues. A healthy immune system aids in disease resistance, maintaining overall health. LS Muscle Performance – Amino acids such as Lysine, Methionine and Threonine are the building blocks of quality protein necessary for the continuous rebuilding and repair of muscle tissue in performance horses. performance LS formula Body Structure and Function – Biologically available minerals and vitamins help build and maintain all body tissues including bone and muscle, help regulate metabolic activities and help support the immune system to sustain overall health. brant gamma photo Sentinel® Performance LS, a Nutrient Release Formula feed, is the new generation in equine nutrition formulated specifically to enable equine athletes to meet their genetic potential and excel in the many aspects of performance. Exclusively formulated with high fat, high fiber and low starch/sugar ingredients, it is an ideal choice for equine athletes involved in a variety of competitive disciplines as well as horses with elevated caloric requirements such as hard keepers and rescue horses. This unique formulation of Sentinel® Performance LS is also recommended for certain horses with challenged digestive and/or metabolic systems. A pressure-cooked feed offers a safe and natural way to provide essential nutrition and extra calories to performance horses and is easily digested for optimal nutrient utilization. GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Crude Protein, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������12 % Lysine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.60 % Methionine, Min.����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.30 % Threonine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.45 % Crude Fat, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������12 % Crude Fiber, Max. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 20 % Calcium, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Calcium, Max. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1.15 % Phosphorus, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.60 % Copper, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 ppm Manganese, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 130 ppm Selenium, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.55 ppm Zinc, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 160 ppm Vitamin A, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 5,000 IU/lb Vitamin E, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 160 IU/lb Biotin, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.45 mg/lb Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Min.�������������������������������������������������� 4.7 g/lb Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Min.������������������������������������������������ 24.5 g/lb Total Bacillus Species, Min. ���������������������������������������� 454 million cfu/lb (Bacillus Lichenformis, Bacillus Subtilis) 1 qt = 0.85 lbs 9. Sequential Release of ‘Cool’ Energy – A specific balance of fat and fermentable fiber released at different rates in the body to meet the complex demands of the equine athlete. Low Starch and Sugar Ingredients – A low starch and sugar diet is often recommended by veterinarians and nutritionists for horses with a history of metabolic and digestive challenges, such as Cushing’s, insulin resistance, tying up, DOD, EPSM, colic and laminitis. Healthy Rate of Intake – The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds may facilitate the breakdown of feed for horses while encouraging slower consumption and more thorough chewing. A slower rate of intake with more complete chewing may help minimize the risk of digestive upsets, such as colic and choke. High Nutrient Density – Provides more actual nutrition by weight; you may feed less while delivering more of what your horse needs for optimum health and ideal body condition. Stable Digestive Environment – Direct-fed microorganisms and fermentation products aid in maintaining healthy digestion and active microbial fermentation for sustained nutrient digestibility, absorption and assimilation. These additives may support the presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut, resulting in sustained horse health and a more stable digestive tract environment. Built-In Fiber – Highly fermentable fiber sources such as soybean hulls, beet pulp, alfalfa meal and rice bran support healthy digestive activity while providing extra calories in a safe and natural form. Healthy Skin and Hair Coat – Highly digestible fat from Soybean Oil and Flaxseed (sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids) helps provide extra calories for maintaining ideal body condition and helps promote a healthy skin and hair coat. Brain and Visual Support – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), an Omega-3 fatty acid, is a structural component of nerve cells in the brain and eyes and a key component of heart tissue. Studies have shown that DHA is important for mental and visual development and plays a key role in the anti-inflammatory process. Fixed Formula – A consistent formula, bag after bag, featuring only the highest quality ingredients, to prevent sudden changes in the diet to improve digestive health and function. Immune System Support – Antioxidant nutrients aid in maintaining the integrity and strength of cells and tissues in senior horses, helping to sustain health and wellness under the stresses of aging. SR Strong and Healthy Tissues – Amino acids such as Lysine, Methionine and Threonine are the building blocks of quality protein necessary for maintenance of all body tissues including bone, muscle, hoof and hair in older horses. Amino acids are also important in regulating body activities and helping form antibodies that fight infections. senior formula Body Structure and Function – Biologically available minerals and vitamins help build and maintain body tissues, help regulate metabolic activities and help support the immune system to sustain overall health. Sentinel® Senior, is the new generation in equine nutrition formulated specifically for senior horses, prematurely aging horses or horses with poor teeth. Sentinel® Senior is a highly fortified balance of nutrients and an exclusive blend of natural additives to meet the increased nutritional demands of the senior horse due to less efficient digestive and metabolic systems. This unique formulation of Sentinel® Senior is also recommended for certain senior horses with challenged digestive and/or metabolic systems. A pressure-cooked feed offers a safe and natural way to provide essential nutrition and calories to senior horses, prematurely aging horses or horses with poor teeth and is easily digested for optimal nutrient utilization. GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Crude Protein, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������14.5 % Lysine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Methionine, Min.����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.30 % Threonine, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.50 % Crude Fat, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������5.5 % Crude Fiber, Max. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 16 % Calcium, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Calcium, Max. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������1.15 % Phosphorus, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������0.65 % Copper, Min. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 55 ppm Manganese, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 135 ppm Selenium, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.55 ppm Zinc, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 165 ppm Vitamin A, Min. ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 5,000 IU/lb Vitamin E, Min. ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 145 IU/lb Biotin, Min. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 0.45 mg/lb Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Min.�������������������������������������������������� 3.0 g/lb Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Min.������������������������������������������������ 17.0 g/lb Total Bacillus Species, Min. ���������������������������������������� 454 million cfu/lb (Bacillus Lichenformis, Bacillus Subtilis) 1 qt = 0.85 lbs 11. Low Starch and Sugar Ingredients – A low starch and sugar diet is often recommended by veterinarians and nutritionists for horses with a history of metabolic and/or digestive challenges, such as Cushing’s, insulin resistance, tying up, DOD, EPSM, colic and laminitis. Healthy Rate of Intake – The light and airy nature of pressure cooked feeds may facilitate the breakdown of feed for horses while encouraging slower consumption and more thorough chewing. A slower rate of intake with more complete chewing may help minimize the risk of digestive upsets, such as colic and choke. High Nutrient Density – Provides more actual nutrition by weight; you may feed less while delivering more of what your horse needs for optimum health and ideal body condition. Stable Digestive Environment – Direct-fed microorganisms and fermentation products aid in maintaining healthy digestion and active microbial fermentation for sustained nutrient digestibility, absorption and assimilation. These additives may support the presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut, resulting in sustained horse health and a more stable digestive tract environment. Built-In Fiber – Highly fermentable fiber sources such as soybean hulls, alfalfa meal, beet pulp and rice bran support healthy digestive activity while providing extra calories in a safe and natural form. Healthy Skin and Hair Coat – Highly digestible fat from Soybean Oil and Flaxseed (sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids) helps provide extra calories for maintaining ideal body condition and helps promote a healthy skin and hair coat. Brain and Visual Support – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), an Omega-3 fatty acid, is a structural component of nerve cells in the brain and eyes and a key component of heart tissue. Studies have shown that DHA is important for mental and visual development and plays a key role in the anti-inflammatory process.. Fixed Formula – A consistent formula, bag after bag, featuring only the highest quality ingredients, to prevent sudden changes in the diet to improve digestive health and function. suggested feeding recommendations* performance ls formula Horse Class Age lbs/100 lbs body wt/day Adult safe start formula Growth Light Exercise Mature 0.40 - 0.60 Moderate Exercise Mature 0.45 - 0.70 Heavy Exercise Mature 0.60 - 0.80 Mature 0.70 - 1.30 Mature 0.60 - 1.25 Suckling 0 to 4-6 mos. 0.70 - 1.10 Weanling 4-6 to 18 mos. 0.90 - 1.40 Very Heavy Exercise Yearling 12 to 18 mos. 0.60 - 0.95 Special Needs Long Yearling 18 to 24 mos. 0.55 - 0.75 Rescue & Senior 2-Year Old 24 to 36 mos. 0.45 - 0.70 lifetime formula Adult Moderate Exercise Mature 0.45 - 0.65 Breeding Pregnant Mare, last month Mature 0.40 - 0.65 Horse Class Age lbs/100 lbs body wt/day Growth Long Yearling 18 - 24 mo. 0.60 - 0.90 2-Year Old 24 - 36 mo. 0.55 - 0.85 Adult grow & excel formula Light Exercise Mature 0.45 - 0.80 Moderate Exercise Mature 0.50 - 0.85 Growth Heavy Exercise Mature 0.50 - 0.90 Very Heavy Exercise Mature 0.55 - 1.00 Mature 1.25 - 1.50 Yearling 12 - 18 mo. 0.65 - 0.95 Long Yearling 18 - 24 mo. 0.60 - 0.85 Special Needs 2-Year Old 24 - 36 mo. 0.55 - 0.70 Diets with Minimal Hay Moderate Exercise Mature 0.45 - 0.65 senior formula Heavy Exercise Mature 0.55 - 0.75 Horse Class Very Heavy Exercise Mature 0.65 - 1.20 Adult Breeding Age lbs/100 lbs body wt/day Adult Maintenance Mature 0.40 - 0.65 Pregnant Mare, last 3 mo. Mature 0.40 - 0.70 Light Exercise Mature 0.45 - 0.70 Lactating Mare, 4 - 6 mo. Mature 0.75 - 1.10 Moderate Exercise Mature 0.55 - 0.75 Breeding Stallion Mature 0.40 - 0.60 Heavy Exercise Mature 0.65 - 0.85 Mature 1.00 - 1.25 13. *Suggested program is based on offering grass or mixed grass hays. If feeding legume hays or rich pasture, consult your Territory Sales Representative, Equine Specialist or Customer Service. The suggested feeding program is intended solely as a guide. The variables of management, environment, and breed may dictate changes in the animal’s requirements. Special Needs Diets with Minimal Hay 14. situations to solutions quick reference Situations Feed Solutions Recreational Horse Sentinel® Senior Sentinel® LifeTime Sentinel® Performance LS High Performance Sentinel® Grow & Excel Sentinel® LifeTime Sentinel® Performance LS Breeding Stallions Sentinel® Grow & Excel Sentinel® Senior Pregnant Mare Sentinel® Safe Start (Last 30 days prior to foaling) Sentinel® Grow & Excel Lactating Mare Sentinel® Safe Start Nursing Foal Sentinel® Safe Start Weanling to Yearling Sentinel® Safe Start Yearlings to 2 Years Sentinel® Safe Start Sentinel® Grow & Excel Senior Horse* Sentinel® Senior Sentinel® LifeTime Hard Keepers/Underweight* Sentinel® Grow & Excel Sentinel® LifeTime Sentinel® Performance LS Starch/Sugar Sensitive & Metabolic Concerns* (Depends on the condition - Consult with your Territory Sales Manager or Equine Specialist) Sentinel® Senior Sentinel® LifeTime Sentinel® Performance LS Easy KeepersSentinel® Senior Horses that Can't Chew Hay* (Some long-stem fiber should be provided if at all possible or hay replacement pellets, hay cubes, etc.) Sentinel® Senior Sentinel® LifeTime Sentinel® Performance LS *Vet Check is recommended. 15. The suggested feed solutions are intended solely as a guide. The variables of management, environment, breed and specific individual health and condition may dictate changes in the animal's requirements. Please consult with your Territory Sales Manager or Equine Specialist for the best advice for your horse. notes Find the best formula for your horse at www.sentinelfeed.com KENT NUTRITION GROUP, INC. Muscatine, IA 52761 | 866.647.1212 www.kentnutritiongroup.com | www.blueseal.com BS-07-778-612 | Brandt: 10K-612