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Copper - Feed Ingredient

Copper is an essential trace mineral required in equine nutrition for various physiological functions, including connective tissue formation, red blood cell production, and enzymatic reactions. It is a critical component of several enzymes involved in iron metabolism, antioxidant defense, and melanin synthesis. Copper also plays a role in the development and maintenance of cartilage, tendons, and ligaments, making it particularly important for growing horses and those in training.

Forages do contain copper, but supplementation is usually necessary to meet requirements since forage alone often does not provide sufficient amounts. Supplementation is commonly provided in the form of copper sulfate, copper proteinate, or copper chelates to ensure adequate intake. Organic sources, such as copper chelates, are generally considered to be of higher quality due to improved bioavailability.

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

Feeds, Supplements & Products
3:1 Zinc Copper (Mad Barn)
HealthHealth
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
Mad Barn's 3:1 Zinc Copper Powder is an organic trace mineral supplement containing a 3:1 ratio of Bioplex® Zinc and Copper. It is made with zinc and copper proteinates, which are chelated for improved absorption.
AminoTrace+ Vitamin and Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
AminoTrace+ 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.
Copper (Mad Barn)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
IngredientIngredient
JointsJoints
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Copper 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.
Omneity P – Pellets – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Gut HealthGut Health
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Omneity 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.
Omneity Premix – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
Omneity 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.
Trace Mineral Pak (Mad Barn)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
ExerciseExercise
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Trace Mineral Pak from Mad Barn is a balanced equine supplement providing 100% organic (chelated) trace minerals. Ingredients include selenium, zinc, copper, and manganese.
Yucca 5 Way PAC (DAC)
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
YeastYeast
Yucca 5 Way PAC by DAC is a powdered supplement designed for all classes of mature horses. It contains added trace minerals and Yucca schidigera extract.
ZenA-Min Vitamin Mineral Supplement
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
PerformancePerformance
VitaminsVitamins
ZenA-min is an equine vitamin and mineral supplement formulated with trace minerals, kelp, vitamins, enzymes, and anti-oxidants. This feed is recommended for seniors and adult horses under stress or a heavy workload.
Zero (Hygain)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FiberFiber
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Zero by Hygain is a low starch and sugar feed designed for horses with metabolic disease or sensitivity to sugars. It is formulated with 15% protein, 4% fat and 35% fibre. It contains both organic and inorganic minerals as well as yeast.
Zesterra Lick Tub (Pro Earth Animal Health)
Gut HealthGut Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
UlcersUlcers
VitaminsVitamins
Zesterra Lick Tub by Pro Earth Animal Health is a supplement containing Zesterra, as well as added vitamins and minerals. It is intended for horses prone to stress.
Zone (Banks Mill Feeds)
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Zone by Banks Mill Feeds is a pelleted ration balancer that is intended to be used to add protein, vitamins, and minerals to the equine diet. It is meant for growing, breeding, and performance horses as well as easy keepers.

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