English
Identify gaps in your horse's nutrition program to optimize their well-being.
Omneity® Pellets
All-In-One Vitamin & Mineral Pellet
FeedBank
Horse Type
Hard Keeper Feeds & Supplements
View a list of equine feeds and supplements targeted to hard keeper horses in Mad Barn’s equine feed database. Compare brands, ingredients, and nutrition information to choose products that provide concentrated energy and cool calories from fat and fibre to support healthy weight gain and body condition.
Filters
Feeds, Supplements & Products
3:1 Zinc Copper (Mad Barn)
Health
Hoof Health
Mineral Balance
Skin + HairMad Barn’s 3:1 Zinc Copper Powder is an organic trace mineral supplement for horses, providing zinc and copper proteinates in a 3:1 ratio. These chelated trace minerals are formulated for improved absorption and help support hoof health, connective tissue integrity, skin condition and coat quality.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (Mad Barn)
Antioxidant
Exercise
Muscle
StallionAcetyl-l-carnitine (ALCAR) is a performance horse supplement that supports energy metabolism, muscle function and neural health. This powdered supplement has a low feeding rate and is generally well accepted by horses.
AminoTrace+ Vitamin and Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof Health
Metabolic Syndrome
Organic Trace Minerals
VitaminsAminoTrace+ by Mad Barn is a complete, balanced equine mineral and vitamin supplement designed for horses with metabolic concerns. It is ideal for horses with IR, PPID, or high iron in the diet.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsRation BalancersVitamin & Mineral SupplementsSupplementsAmino Acid SupplementsBone SupplementsHoof SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsMineral SupplementsMuscle SupplementsReproductive SupplementsSenior Horse SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsTopline SupplementsVitamin Supplements
B-Vitamin Pak (Mad Barn)
CalmingExercise
StressVitaminsB-Vitamin Pak is a comprehensive B-vitamin supplement in powder form. It provides a balanced profile of the B-Complex vitamins and may be beneficial for horses during times of heavy work, stress, or illness.
Biotin (Mad Barn)
Hoof Health
IngredientMuscle
NutritionBiotin Powder from Mad Barn provides 20 mg of biotin per serving support hoof growth and quality, as well as skin and coat health. Biotin is a B vitamin which supports strong hooves and connective tissues such as tendons. Biotin is highly palatable and easy to feed.
Chasteberry (Mad Barn)
BroodmareHealthIngredient
MareChasteberry powder supports mood balance in mares and aggressive horses. Chasteberry supplementation may support the normal function of the pituitary gland.
Copper (Mad Barn)
Competition HorsesIngredient
JointsMineral BalanceCopper is an essential mineral in horses' diets. Copper is often supplemented with Zinc to help balance high-iron hay. Copper is involved in healthy skin and bone development.
DL-Methionine (Mad Barn)
Amino Acid
Coat QualityCompetition HorsesIngredientMethionine is an essential amino acid that is important for maintaining healthy tendons, ligaments, and hooves. Growing horses and horses who are in heavy exercise have a higher demand for methionine and would benefit from supplementation.
Jiaogulan (Mad Barn)
Antioxidant
CirculationHoof HealthIngredientJiaogulan powder supports circulation, muscle function, and respiratory health in horses. Jiaogulan has been shown to increase blood flow to horses' hooves.
L-Lysine (Mad Barn)
Amino Acid
ImmunityIngredientJointsLysine is an essential amino acid that is important for forming strong collagen bonds. Lysine is the most commonly deficient amino acid in equine diets.
Magnesium Oxide (Mad Barn)
CalmingHealthIngredientMuscleMagnesium Oxide is a concentrated source of magnesium that can be added to equine diets to help maintain adequate magnesium intake. Magnesium supports normal muscle and nerve function and plays a role in electrolyte balance, energy metabolism, and overall neuromuscular health.
Manganese Proteinate (Mad Barn)
Bone HealthHealthJointsMineral BalanceManganese Proteinate by Mad Barn is a trace mineral supplement designed to support bone and joint health. It provides an organic form of the essential mineral manganese.
Milk Thistle (Mad Barn)
AntioxidantHealthIngredient
Toxin BinderMilk Thistle has potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects for horses. Milk Thistle supplementation may help support liver function and detoxification.
Monosodium Phosphate (Mad Barn)
Bone Health
GrowthIngredientMineral BalanceMonosodium Phosphate is a highly bioavailable source of phosphorus commonly used as an equine supplement. Phosphorus is considered an important component for metabolic function. Adult horses require 17 grams of phsophours a day.
MSM – Methylsulfonylmethane (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthJoints
RecoverySkin + HairMSM is a readily available form of the mineral sulfur. It is beneficial for supporting healthy connective tissue, recovery, and hoof and joint health. MSM from Mad Barn also helps to relieve arthritic pain and sore muscles. It is considered very safe as a supplement for horses.
Natural E/Organic Se (Mad Barn)
AntioxidantOrganic Trace MineralsRecoveryVitaminsNatural E/Organic Se is a pelleted supplement providing organic Selenium yeast and natural Vitamin E. These two nutrients are important antioxidants that support muscle function and anti-inflammatory pathways.
Natural Vitamin E (Mad Barn)
AntioxidantHealthMuscleVitaminsNatural Vitamin E from Mad Barn is a powdered Vitamin E supplement for horses. Vitamin E is essential for immune function, exercise recovery, neurological health and cardiovascular health in horses.
NOCR (Mad Barn)
Antioxidant
Performance
Respiratory
StaminaMad Barn's NOCR is a respiratory supplement intended to help with lung health and function. It contains antioxidants and is also meant to assist with performance, cardiovascular health and immune function.
OmegaPrime+ (Mad Barn)
CardiovascularCoat QualityJointsRespiratoryMad Barn's OmegaPrime+ provides a concentrated supply of omega-3 fatty acids. It is designed to support joint health, coat quality, respiratory function, and reproductive health in a low-calorie serving.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsSupplementsJoint SupplementsRespiratory SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsReproductive SupplementsVitamin E SupplementsOmega-3 SupplementsAllergy SupplementsComfort & Recovery SupplementsPerformance SupplementsOils & Fat SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsSenior Horse Supplements
Omneity P – Pellets – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Gut HealthHoof HealthMineral BalanceOrganic Trace Minerals
Ration BalancerOmneity Pellets is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses in a palatable pellet form. It provides 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast and digestive enzymes.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsRation BalancersVitamin & Mineral SupplementsSupplementsAmino Acid SupplementsBone SupplementsHoof SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsMineral SupplementsReproductive SupplementsSenior Horse SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsTopline SupplementsVitamin SupplementsMineralsVitaminsOrganic Minerals
Omneity Premix – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthMineral BalanceOrganic Trace MineralsVitaminsOmneity Premix is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses providing 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast, and digestive enzymes.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsRation BalancersVitamin & Mineral SupplementsSupplementsAmino Acid SupplementsBone SupplementsHoof SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsMineral SupplementsReproductive SupplementsSenior Horse SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsTopline SupplementsVitamin SupplementsMineralsOrganic Minerals
Optimum Digestive Health Pellets (Mad Barn)
Digestion
Feed EfficiencyGut Health
ProbioticOptimum Digestive Health from Mad Barn is a probiotic and prebiotic supplement designed to support hindgut health in the horse. It helps to maintain a stable microflora and promote immune health.
Optimum Probiotic (Mad Barn)
DigestionGut HealthImmunityProbioticMad Barn's Optimum Probiotic is a pure 5-strain probiotic supplement in a powdered format. It provides 20 billion CFU per serving of L. acidophilus, L. fermentum, L. casei, L. plantarum, and L. farciminis.
Performance XL: Electrolytes (Mad Barn)
Competition Horses
ElectrolytePerformanceStaminaPerformance XL: Electrolytes by Mad Barn is a scientifically formulated equine electrolyte supplement designed to support athletic performance and workout recovery. It contains an ideal blend of natural minerals and vitamins to promote hydration status and muscle function.
Psyllium (Mad Barn)
FiberGut Health
HindgutStressPsyllium by Mad Barn is a powdered psyllium supplement that supports digestion and gut health in horses. It absorbs water in the digestive tract, helping support normal gut motility and manure consistency, and is beneficial for horses exposed to sandy conditions, environmental stress, or dietary changes.
Spirulina (Mad Barn)
HealthImmunityIngredientRespiratorySpirulina platensis is a blue-green algae that is rich in protein, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Spirulina provides nutritional support for the skin, respiratory function, and immune system in horses.
Three Amigos (Mad Barn)
Amino AcidMuscle
ProteinRecoveryThree Amigos is an equine essential amino acid supplement containing lysine, methionine, and threonine in a 5:3:2 ratio. These are the three most common limiting amino acids in the horse's diet.
Threonine (Mad Barn)
Amino AcidGut HealthMuscle
ToplineThreonine is an essential amino acid that is required to be supplied in equine diets as it cannot be synthesized endogenously. Threonine supplementation may improve nutrient absorption.
Trace Mineral Pak (Mad Barn)
Coat QualityExerciseHoof HealthOrganic Trace MineralsTrace Mineral Pak from Mad Barn is a balanced equine supplement providing 100% organic (chelated) trace minerals. Ingredients include selenium, zinc, copper, and manganese.
Visceral+ (Mad Barn)
DigestionGut HealthImmunityProbiotic
Ulcers
YeastVisceral+ by Mad Barn is a pelleted gut supplement designed to support stomach and hindgut health in horses. It helps maintain normal digestive function, supports gastric comfort, and helps maintain the immune system.
w-3 Oil (Mad Barn)
Coat Quality
FatJoints
Omega 3-6-9w-3 Oil by Mad Barn is an essential fatty acid supplement fortified with the omega-3 DHA and natural Vitamin E. W-3 Oil helps to support joint health, coat quality, cardiovascular health and weight maintenance.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsEnergy SourcesSupplementsFatJoint SupplementsRespiratory SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsImmune SupplementsCalming SupplementsWeight Gain SupplementsReproductive SupplementsOmega-3 SupplementsComfort & Recovery SupplementsOils & Fat SupplementsSenior Horse Supplements
Zinc (Mad Barn)
HealthImmunityIngredientMineral BalanceMad Barn Zinc Proteinate provides an organic source of zinc to support normal growth, tissue health, and the maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and hooves. Zinc is also a structural component of many enzymes involved in immune function, nervous system function, and protein synthesis.
Equiedge (Excel Equine Feeds)
Fat
SeniorSkin + Hair
Weight IssuesEquiedge by Excel Equine Feeds is a pelleted fat supplement containing rice bran and flax. It is intended to provide extra calories for hard keepers and support skin and coat quality in horses.
Equilibrium Trimax (Purina)
Caloric Energy
Complete FeedPerformanceWeight IssuesPurina Equilibrium Trimax is an energy-dense multi-particle feed intended for hard-keepers and performance horses. It provides 12% fat from vegetable oils and fermentable fibre from beet pulp to meet higher calorie requirements.
Equilibrium® XCEL HD (Purina Canada)
Competition HorsesFatHindgutWeight IssuesEquilibrium® XCEL HD is a high-fat feed from the Purina Platinum product line. This low glycemic feed contains higher fat and fibre content and is intended for equine athletes and hard keepers.
Equine Alfalfa Plus (Red Chain Feeds)
EnergyHealth
NutrientsNutritionEquine Alfalfa Plus by Red Chain Feeds is an alfalfa based pelleted feed intended for horses in moderate to heavy work.
Equine Amino Complex (Special Breed)
Amino AcidMusclePerformanceRecoveryEquine Amino Complex by Special Breed is a blend of amino acids intended to support muscle function. It contains branched-chain amino acids and other essential amino acids.
Equinepower Cool Energy (O&T Farms)
DigestionFatSeniorWeight IssuesEquinepower Cool Energy by O&T Farms is a high fat (28.2%) weight gain supplement intended for all horse types.
EquinePOWER™ Horse Weight Gain Supplement
EnergyFatMetabolic SyndromeWeight IssuesEquinePOWER™ is a weight gain supplement for horses containing canola, flaxseed, and alfalfa. It is designed to be fed as a top-dressing to horses requiring more calories in their diet.
Esteem Glo Stabilized Rice Bran (Bar Ale)
Caloric EnergyFatFiberWeight IssuesEsteem Glo Stabilized Rice Bran from Bar Ale is a pelleted feed intended for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It is a high-fat feed meant to provide additional energy and condition for hard keepers or horses in intense work.
Extruded Barley (Dunstan)
Caloric EnergyCompetition HorsesExerciseWeight IssuesExtruded Barley by Dunstan is intended to be a highly palatable, highly digestible conditioning supplements. It is calories dense and has vegitable oils added to the formulation. It provides energy for both performance and conditioning.
EZ (Tribute)
CalmingExerciseFatFiberTribute Equine EZ Pellets is a 20% fibre, 8% fat feed intended for hard keepers and mature horses with higher energy requirements. It is formulated with reduced sugar and starch content and provides a maximum 13.5% NSC.
Fat Cat (Vapco)
Amino AcidEnergyToplineWeight IssuesFAT-CAT is an equine supplement designed to support weight gain, shiny coats and hoof health. It contains corn oil, flaxseed oil, protein sources, biotin and several fermentation products.
Flax (Equine Challenge)
DigestionOmega 3-6-9Skin + HairWeight IssuesFlax by Equine Challenge is a ground flaxseed supplement intended to support immune function, coat and hoof health, and overall metabolic and digestive health in horses.
Flax Oil
Coat QualityFatOmega 3-6-9Weight IssuesFlax oil is a plant-based source of essential fatty acids, including alpha linolenic acid (ALA) - an omega-3 fatty acid. This polyunsaturated fatty acid can help to improve the omega 3:6:9 ratio in the equine diet.
Flax Plus Balancer (Bluegrass Horse Feed)
Coat QualityEnergyToplineWeight IssuesFlax Plus Balancer is cereal and soya-free formula for horses and ponies needing better condition. Ideal for those in light to moderate work. It contains 19% protein, 8% fat, and 10.6% fibre.
Fortified Pelleted Rice Bran (Legends)
EnergyExerciseFatWeight IssuesLegends Fortified Pelleted Rice Bran is an 18% fat supplement targeted to hard-keepers and performance horses. This extruded feed can help meet energy demands and maintain body condition.
Gain Weight (Cox Vet Lab)
FatOmega 3-6-9Skin + HairWeight IssuesGain Weight is a supplement intended to add additional calories and fat to a horse's diet. It can be beneficial to improve condition.
Glo-N-Go (Formula 707)
DigestionFat
FlavorWeight IssuesGlo-N-Go by Formula 707 is fat supplement intended to help horses that have trouble maintaining a healthy weight.
Glyx Meadow Hay Cobs (St.Hippolyt)
Fiber
ForageSeniorWeight IssuesGlyx Meadow Hay Cobs by St.Hippolyt is a pelleted grass and herb mixture intended for senior horses, horses with weight issues or dust allergies, and picky eaters.
Good n Sound (West Feeds, Inc)
Complete FeedDigestion
Grain FreeNutritionGood n Sound is a pelleted equine feed that contains 14% protein and 7% fat. It is intended for senior horses, hard keepers, and horses with sensitive stomachs.
Grand-EQube (Brooks)
FiberForageHindgutPerformanceGrand-EQube by Brooks is a timothy alfalfa hay cube intended to provide a source of long-stem forage for horses with limited hay or pasture access. It is suitable for hard keepers, performance horses, seniors and horses in recovery.
Hard Keeper (Vita Flex)
EnergyNutritionOmega 3-6-9Weight IssuesVitaFlex Hard Keeper Solution is an energy supplement intended for horses that require additional calories to support weight gain. Energy sources include corn distiller's dried grains with solubles (DDGS), soybean oil and ground flax.
Healthy Weight (Platinum Performance)
Coat QualityFatOmega 3-6-9Weight IssuesPlatinum Healthy Weight is an equine fat supplement containing flaxseed oil and natural Vitamin E in the form of d-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate. This oil is intended to support coat, skin, gastric, and muscle health.
Hi-Grade Horse & Pony Cubes (Gain Equine Nutrition)
Caloric EnergyCompetition HorsesPerformanceWeight IssuesHi-Grade Horse and Pony Cubes is a pelleted high-energy feed intended for hard-working performance horses. It is also formulated to support hard keepers.
High Fat Pellets (Ritchie Smith – Harmony)
Complete FeedEnergy
Low NSC Feeds
MetabolismHigh Fat Pellets from Ritchie Smith's Harmony is a complete feed that has a low NSC value and is ideal for hard keepers, performance horses, stallions, horses who need slow release energy or horses with metabolic issues. It can help with immunity, hooves and skin, and gut health.
High VAULTage (Equi-lete)
HealthMineral BalancePerformanceVitaminsHigh VAULTage by Equi-lete is a vitamin and mineral supplement intended to support health, performance and recovery in performance horses and hard keepers.
Horse Plus Supplement (Purina)
Blood CellsEnergyStressVitaminsPurina Horse Plus is a B-Vitamin supplement with added Vitamin C, E and K to support performance. It is targeted to horses that are under stress or engaging in intense exercise.
Improver Conditioning Mix (Hilight)
HealthImmunityNutritionWeight IssuesImprover Conditioning Mix from Hilight is intended to provide horses with additional calories who may require additional body condition. This feed contains 5.5% fat and 13% crude protein.
Integrity Rice Bran Meal (Integrity Horse Feeds)
EnergyFatPerformanceWeight IssuesIntegrity Rice Bran Meal is a high-fat (20.5%) concentrate feed available in a meal or nugget format. It is intended for horses with higher energy requirements or to support weight gain.
Integrity Rice Bran Nugget (Integrity Horse Feeds)
EnergyFatPerformanceWeight IssuesIntegrity Rice Bran Nugget is a high-fat (20.5%) concentrate feed intended for horses with higher energy requirements or to support weight gain.
K Finish (Tribute)
FatMineral BalanceVitaminsWeight IssuesTribute K Finish is a 25% fat equine supplement formulated with a blend of soybean, rice bran, and flaxseed. It can be used as a top-dressing for weight gain or for horses that require additional calories.
Kalm N’ Fit (Tribute Equine)
Complete FeedDigestionFatFiberKalm 'N Fit® is a corn-free, high-fat, textured feed for exercising mature horses. It is formulated for horses consuming lower protein forages and contains steam-crimped grains to improve digestibility.
LinuStar (St.Hippolyt)
ColicGut HealthSkin + HairUlcersLinuStar by St.Hippolyt is a pelleted supplement intended to support a healthy coat and gut function in colicky horses, or horses with weight issues.
LipiGain Equine (EXL Milling)
EnergyNutritionPerformanceProteinLipiGain Equine is a high-protein and high-fat feed made from ground flax, canola seeds, canola meal, and pea meal. It is intended to be used for performance horses and or other horses with higher energy and protein needs.
LupinPak (Pryde’s EasiFeed)
Grain FreeMuscleToplineWeight IssuesLupinPak by Pryde's EasiFeed is an extruded supplement containing lupins and canola oil, it is intended to promote cool weight gain in all horse types.
Mass-No-Sass (Daily Dose Equine)
DigestionFiberForageWeight IssuesMass-No-Sass by Daily Dose Equine is a hay-based feed with high fat and fibre. It is intended to be digested in the foregut, allowing a horse to maintain focus and calm during training.
Mega Gain (O3 Animal Health)
FatOmega 3-6-9Skin + HairWeight IssuesMega Gain by O3 Animal Health is an organic soybean oil supplement intended to support overall health and provide cool calories for horses needing to gain weight.
Mint (NAF Equine)
HealthIngredientNutritionWeight IssuesMint by NAF Equine is a powdered supplement for all horses and ponies. This supplement is formulated to provide a taste of mint which is meant to make the feed more palatable for fussy eaters. It contains only pure mint.
Mint Balancer (Horslyx)
FlavorHoof HealthMineral BalanceVitaminsMint Balancer from Horslyx is designed for all horses and ponies, both competition and leisure, stabled and grass kept. This balancer contains peppermint oil to help support palatability and biotin to support hoof health.
Molasses (NAF Equine)
EnergyFlavorIngredientWeight IssuesMolasses from NAF Equine is intended to be added alongside a complete feed to increase palatability. This product is meant for hard keepers and picky eaters.
Mollichaff AppleChaff (HorseHage)
FiberFlavorNutrientsNutritionMollichaff AppleChaff from HorseHage is a top dresser for hard feeds that contain real apple chunks. This product supports increased fibre consumption and is ideal for fussy eaters.
Moulee Fibre et Gras (Campagnard)
Complete FeedFatFiberNutritionMoulee Fibre et Gras by Campagnard is a fat and fiber-based pelleted feed, which provides digestible fiber from soy hulls. It contains high fiber (20%) and moderate levels of fat (10%). It is designed for excitable and underweight horses.
Moulee Liberte (Campagnard)
Complete FeedCompetition HorsesNutritionPerformanceMoulee Liberte by Campagnard is a pelleted feed formulated for performance horses and hard keepers. It contains alfalfa meal, soy hulls, and vegetable proteins to supply 15% protein, 13.5% fibre, and 6.5% fat.
![Moulee Liberte (Mondou) – [Discontinued]](/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Moulee-Liberte-Mondou-Horse-Feed-300x300.jpg)
Moulee Liberte (Mondou) – [Discontinued]
Complete FeedEnergyNutritionProteinMoulee Liberte is a pelleted feed formulated for performance horses and hard keepers. It contains alfalfa meal, soy hulls, and vegetable proteins to supply 13% protein, 15% fibre, and 8% fat.
Myo-Ease Plus (Doctor’s Choice Supplements)
Metabolic SyndromeMineral BalanceVitaminsWeight IssuesMyo-Ease Plus is a supplement intended to support normal metabolic functions and help achieve weight gain. It is designed for horses with metabolic syndromes and insulin resistance.
Natural Vitamin E (Core Balance)
AntioxidantPerformanceRecoveryVitaminsNatural Vitamin E by Core Balance provides 5,000 IU of natural vitamin E per serving. This vitamin serves as an antioxidant in the body.
Naturals Pelleted Horse Feed (Triple Crown)
Complete FeedEnergyNutritionProteinTriple Crown Naturals is a pelleted horse feed made with GMO-free ingredients and without corn, soybean, or molasses. Energy sources include alfalfa meal, ground oats, wheat middlings, and flaxseed.
Nu-Weight (Select The Best)
DigestionFatProbioticWeight IssuesNu-Weight by Select The Best is a pelleted supplement that is high in fat. Nu - Weight is intended for weight gain in horses who struggle with body condition.
OBS Radiant Supplement (Ocala Breeders’ Feed and Supply)
Caloric EnergyFatPerformanceWeight IssuesOBS Radiant Supplement is targeted to performance horses requiring additional calories. It contains 22% fat and 18% protein and consists of rice bran, wheat middlings, soybeans and flaxseed.
Omega GLO (Thomas Moore Feed)
EnergyFatOmega 3-6-9Weight IssuesOmega GLO from Thomas Moore Feed is a fat supplement for horses. It is stabilized bran meant to assist with conditioning or weight gain, providing energy, and is intended for hard keepers.
Optima (Banks Mill Feeds)
Grain FreeGut HealthMetabolic SyndromeOmega 3-6-9Optima-LA from Banks Mill is a low starch pelleted feed intended for horses at all life stages. It provides energy from soybeans, wheat middlings, alfalfa meal, beet pulp, dried molasses, flax, and vegetable oil.
