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Copper Oxide - Feed Ingredient

Copper oxide, often listed as cupric oxide (CuO), is an inorganic compound used as a trace mineral source in equine feed and supplements. It appears as a black or dark brown powder and is typically included to meet dietary copper requirements. Copper is essential for a range of physiological functions including connective tissue formation, melanin synthesis, and iron metabolism.

In feed formulations, copper oxide is used as one of several copper sources, although it is known for having relatively low bioavailability compared to other forms such as copper sulfate or organic copper chelates. Due to this limited absorption, it may be less effective in raising systemic copper levels, particularly in animals with marginal or deficient copper status. Despite this, it may still be used in some formulations where cost, stability, or specific dietary strategies justify its inclusion.

The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Copper Oxide as an ingredient.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
3 Wire Horse (Hay & Grain) Pellets (Kelley’s Feed)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
FlavorFlavor
NutritionNutrition
Kelley's 3 Wire Horse is an alfalfa-based pelleted feed with ground grain as well as added molasses, vitamins, and minerals. This hay and grain pellet contains 12.5% protein and 1.5% fat.
Alfalfa Bermuda Hay Pellets (Ace Hi Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Bermuda Hay Pellets can be used as a forage replacement for horses. This product also contains added vitamins and minerals. This feed is beneficial for older horses who have difficulty chewing.
Alfalfa Hay & Grain Pellets (Ace Hi Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Hay & Grain Pellets contain a blend of alfalfa forage and ground grain (barley or corn). This product contains a minimum of 12.5% protein, as well as added vitamins and minerals.
Alfalfa Hay Pellets (Ace Hi Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Hay Pellets are a high protein forage source for horses. It contains a minimum of 14% protein and has added vitamins and minerals. This feed is beneficial for older horses, horses with bad teeth, or horses who are sensitive to breathing in dust from long-stem hay.
Alfalfa Hay Pellets (Kelley’s Feed)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Kelley's Feed Alfalfa Hay Pellets by is an alfalfa-based feed in a pelleted form with molasses for palatability. Hay pellets are recommended for horses with dental or respiratory issues. This forage replacement contains added vitamins and inorganic minerals.
Alfalfa-Oat Hay Pellets (Ace Hi Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa-Oat Hay Pellets by Ace Hi Feeds can be used as a forage replacement for horses. This product contains at least 12% protein, added molasses, and added vitamins and minerals.
Alfalfa/Bermuda Hay Pellets (Star Milling Co)
DentalDental
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa/Bermuda Hay Pellets by Star Milling Co are a blend of alfalfa and Bermuda hay designed as a forage replacement for horses. It contains 32% fiber and 11% protein in a 3/8 inch pellet with added molasses, vitamins, and minerals.
Alfalfa/Oat Hay Pellets (Kelley’s Feed)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa/Oat Hay Pellets by Kelley's Feed is a pelleted forage replacement containing alfalfa and oat hay with added vitamins and minerals. Molasses is used for palatability and as an energy source.
Big 6 Mineral Salt (American Stockman)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
PerformancePerformance
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Big 6 Mineral Salt from American Stockman is a mineral supplement in block or bag form. It is intended to support weight gain, performance and health.
Bio+ Wafer (Majesty’s)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Hoof HealthHoof Health
NutrientsNutrients
Bio+ Wafer is a supplement intended for adult horses and ponies. The supplement was designed to help improve or maintain healthy hooves and coats.
Blue Label 2X (Pennwoods)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
Blue Label 2X by Pennwoods is a complete vitamin and mineral supplement designed for horses that contains added amino acids and yeast.
Calf-Manna Performance Supplement (Manna Pro)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Calf-Manna® Horses Performance Supplement is a high-protein feed intended for recently weaned foals that are having trouble transitioning to solid feeds. It provides added energy and nutrients.
Classic 12 Plus (Manna Pro) [Discontinued]
BroodmareBroodmare
Complete FeedComplete Feed
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
Classic 12 Plus from Manna Pro is a pelleted feed designed for performance horses, stallions, and broodmares. Classic 12 Plus provides 12% crude protein, 6% crude fat, 8% crude fibre, and uses a mix of organic and inorganic trace minerals.
Copper Oxide
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Hoof HealthHoof Health
ImmunityImmunity
Copper oxide is an inorganic source of the essential trace mineral copper that is sometimes used as an ingredient in horse feeds and supplements. It is not as well absorbed as organic sources of copper.
Hay Replacer Pellets (Kelley’s Feed)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutritionNutrition
Kelley's Hay Replacer Pellets is a forage replacement made of alfalfa, bermuda, and mixed grasses. It also contains added molasses, vitamins, and minerals. This pelleted hay replacer is intended for all horses and ponies, especially those who have trouble chewing.
Horse-Manna Performance Supplement (Manna Pro)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
DigestionDigestion
PerformancePerformance
ProteinProtein
Horse-Manna Performance Supplement is intended to supplement energy and protein in an equine ration. It contains soybean meal, corn, hominy, oatmeal, whey, and linseed meal.
Horse-Manna Vitality Supplement (Manna Pro)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
ProteinProtein
YeastYeast
Horse-Manna Vitality Supplement contains soybean meal, flaxseed, whey, and alfalfa meal to add protein to the equine ration. It also provides some minerals and vitamins.
Pennwoods 13 to 36 Advanced (Pennwoods Equine)
FatFat
FoalFoal
GrowthGrowth
ProteinProtein
Pennwods 13 to 36 Advanced is a growth and performance supplement targeted to yearling and two-year-old horses. It contains a blend of proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Performance XL (Manna Pro)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
ProteinProtein
Performance XL from Manna Pro is a complete feed designed for equine athletes with higher energy demands. It contains Calf-Manna® as a source of protein and Max-E Glo® Stabilized Rice Bran as a source of energy from fat. Performance XL is 12% crude protein, 8% crude fat, and 8% crude fibre.
Super Horse 12-12 (Manna Pro)
BroodmareBroodmare
Complete FeedComplete Feed
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
Super Horse 12-12 from Manna Pro is a textured sweet feed formulated for performance horses, broodmares, and stallions. Super Horse 12-12 contains 12% crude protein, 6% crude fat, and 7% crude fiber.
Super Horse Manna Senior (Manna Pro)
DentalDental
NutritionNutrition
SeniorSenior
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Super Horse Manna Senior from Manna Pro is a beet pulp-based feed designed for senior horses. It contains 12.5% crude protein, 4% crude fat, 18% dietary starch, 7% sugars, and a mix of organic and inorganic trace minerals.
Super Horse Performance 10 (Manna Pro)
ExerciseExercise
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
Super Horse Performance 10 from Manna Pro is available as a pellet or a textured feed. Super Horse Performance 10 contains 10% crude protein, 6% crude fat, 7% crude fibre, and uses a mix of organic and inorganic trace minerals.
Sweet-N-Salty (Apple) (Kalmbach Feeds)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutritionNutrition
Kalmbach Feeds Sweet-N-Salty Apple is a salt treat for horses that provides sodium, trace minerals, and apple flavouring in a block form.
Sweet-N-Salty (Banana) (Kalmbach Feeds)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutritionNutrition
Sweet-N-Salty Banana by Kalmbach Feeds is a treat lick for horses that provides salt, trace minerals, and banana flavouring in a block form. It can be used to supplement salt in a palatable form.
Sweet-N-Salty (Peppermint) (Kalmbach Feeds)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutritionNutrition
Sweet-N-Salty Peppermint by Kalmbach Feeds is a treat for horses that provides salt, trace minerals, and mint flavouring in a block form. It can be used as a palatable source of sodium in the equine diet.

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