Vitalbix Breed & Grow

A unique, high-fiber muesli formulated for pregnant mares, foals, young horses (up to 3 years old), and breeding stallions

Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a unique, high-fiber muesli formulated according to the latest nutritional insights for pregnant mares, foals, young horses (up to 3 years old), and breeding stallions. Breed & Grow is rich in fiber, low in starch and sugar, and contains a balanced level of easily absorbable vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Breed & Grow provides healthy energy from fiber and fats, supports healthy gastrointestinal function, and keeps pregnant and lactating mares in good condition. Vitalbix Breed & Grow supports healthy foal growth and the development of strong bones, tendons, and joints.

Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a concentrated and complete feed with a high dosage of vitamins and minerals. This allows you to feed approximately 30% less than with regular feeds.

Additional information

Daily feeding recommendations for pregnant mares:
Months 1–7: Choose Vitalbix Daily Complete, Vitalbix Balance+ Muesli, or Vitalbix Active+
Months 8–9: 200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1–1.5 kg per day.
Months 10–11: 300–400 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1.5–2.0 kg per day.

Daily feeding recommendation for lactating mares (when grazing):
Months 1–3: 400–500 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 2.0–2.5 kg per day.
Months 4–5: 300–400 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1.5–2.0 kg per day.
Month 6: 200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. Feed a 500-kg horse 1–1.5 kg per day.
Support pregnant and lactating mares experiencing muscle and weight loss with approximately 0.5–1.0 kg of Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ or Vitalbix NutriMash. If feeding more than 1 kg of Breed & Grow per day, divide it into at least 2 portions per day. This feeding recommendation assumes an adequate supply of good-quality roughage. The right amount of roughage is the foundation for a healthy weight.

Foals before weaning
4–6 weeks before weaning: 50–70 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 200-kg foal should be fed 100–140 grams per day.
At weaning: 150 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 200-kg foal should be fed 300 grams per day.

Foals after weaning
Months 6–12: 150 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A foal weighing 250–300 kg should be fed 375–450 grams per day.

Young horses
Months 13–23: 150–200 grams per 100 kg of body weight. Feed a 300-kg young horse 450–600 grams per day, and a 400-kg horse 600–800 grams per day.

Months 24–36: 140–180 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A young horse weighing 400 kg should be fed 560–720 grams per day; a horse weighing 500 kg should be fed 700–900 grams per day.

Stallions
200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1–1.5 kg per day.