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Potassium - Feed Ingredient

Potassium is an essential macromineral in equine nutrition that plays a vital role in maintaining fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction. It is the primary electrolyte found inside cells and is necessary for proper cellular function and hydration.

Forage, particularly fresh pasture and hay, is the primary source of potassium in a horse’s diet, and most horses easily meet their potassium requirements through normal forage consumption. However, horses in heavy work, those sweating excessively, or those with certain health conditions may require additional potassium supplementation to maintain electrolyte balance. Horses with Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (HYPP) should have their potassium intake carefully managed, as excess potassium can trigger muscle tremors or paralysis in affected individuals.

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

Feeds, Supplements & Products
Performance XL: Electrolytes (Mad Barn)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
PerformancePerformance
StaminaStamina
Performance 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.
Platinum Performance® Equine Wellness and Performance Formula
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
JointsJoints
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Platinum Performance® Equine Wellness and Performance Formula is a nutritional supplement containing ground flaxseed, stabilized rice bran, montmorillonite (bentonite) clay and a range of vitamins and minerals.
Platinum Refresh (Platinum Performance)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HealthHealth
PerformancePerformance
RecoveryRecovery
Platinum Refresh by Platinum Performance is a supplement formulated for horses experiencing inadequate sweat production (anhidrosis). It is designed to help support normal healthy sweating and thermoregulation.
Pleasure 12% (Manna Pro) [Discontinued]
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FiberFiber
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Manna Pro Pleasure 12% is a pelleted feed formulated for pleasure horses. It contains 12% crude protein, 4% crude fat, 22% crude fibre, and uses a mix of organic and inorganic trace minerals.
Potassium (Jamieson Vitamins)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
MuscleMuscle
RecoveryRecovery
Potassium is a mineral and electrolyte supplement that plays an important role in muscle function and bone health. Potassium and calcium need to be carefully balanced in the equine diet. Due to the low potassium concentration in potassium gluconate, it is not recommended for supplementation in horses.
Potassium Bicarbonate
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
PerformancePerformance
RecoveryRecovery
Potassium bicarbonate is a source of potassium used in electrolyte supplements. Horses in heavy exercise or hot climates benefit from electrolytes to support hydration and ion balance.
Potassium Carbonate
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
IngredientIngredient
MuscleMuscle
Potassium carbonate is a form of potassium that is added to equine products to support electrolyte balance. Horses in heavy exercise or hot climates benefit from electrolyte supplementation to replenish minerals lost in sweat.
Potassium Chloride (AniMed)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HealthHealth
IngredientIngredient
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
This supplement from AniMed provides potassium and chlorine, aiming to maintain normal fluid balance. It can contribute to proper electrolyte levels.
Potassium Chloride (KCl) – Red
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
NutrientsNutrients
StaminaStamina
Potassium chloride (KCl, potassium salt) is a source of potassium and chlorine used as a feed ingredient. It has a reddish appearance due to the presence of iron oxide.
Potassium Chloride White
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
RecoveryRecovery
StaminaStamina
Potassium chloride is an ingredient commonly added to equine electrolyte supplements to replenish potassium levels following exercise. This mineral is important for nerve and muscle function as well as maintaining ion balance.
Potassium Iodide
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HealthHealth
IngredientIngredient
MetabolismMetabolism
Potassium iodide is a supplemental source of the minerals potassium and iodine used in animal feeds. Potassium is an important electrolyte in the horse's body. Iodine is a micromineral that supports thyroid function.
Potassium Magnesium Sulfate
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
IngredientIngredient
MuscleMuscle
Potassium magnesium sulfate is a chemical compound that is used to supply magnesium in the equine diet. It can be used as a laxative under advice from a veterinarian.
Potassium Sorbate
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
IngredientIngredient
MuscleMuscle
StaminaStamina
Potassium sorbate is a preservative added to feeds to prevent mold growth. It is a naturally occurring unsaturated fatty acid.
Potassium Sulfate
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
HealthHealth
MuscleMuscle
Potassium sulfate is a supplemental source of potassium added to equine feeds. Potassium is an electrolyte mineral critical for nerve and muscle function, and for maintaining ion balance.
Power Finish (Tribute)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
EnergyEnergy
ExerciseExercise
PerformancePerformance
Tribute Power Finish is a high-fat textured feed intended for adult horses in heavy training. It provides highly digestible energy sources to support the calorie requirements of racehorses. Power Finish contains high levels of protein (13% crude protein), fat (10% crude fat), and NSC (32%).
Power Pak Nitro (Peak Performance Nutrients)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
MuscleMuscle
PerformancePerformance
RespiratoryRespiratory
Power Pak Nitro by Peak Performance Nutrients is a performance supplement containing a blend of herbs, amino acids, and minerals. It is indented to support the respiratory system during high levels of work.
Power Quench Electrolyte Supplement (Strictly Equine)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
FlavorFlavor
HydrationHydration
StaminaStamina
Strictly Equine Power Quench is an electrolyte supplement that comes in both an apple and an orange flavour. It provides the major electrolyte minerals including sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
Power Up (Cox Vet Lab)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
MuscleMuscle
PerformancePerformance
RecoveryRecovery
Power Up from Cox Vet Lab is a liquid equine supplement containing a blend of Gamma Oryzanol and Creatine. Power Up is cherry flavoured to improve palatability.
Power-Plus Mix (Havens Horsefeed)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
GrainsGrains
PerformancePerformance
Power-Plus Mix by Havens Horsefeed is a high-energy feed for performance horses. It contains barley flakes, corn flakes, and oats as energy sources. The additional electrolytes support horses in hot climates.
PowerGLO (ADM Animal Nutrition)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
ExerciseExercise
PerformancePerformance
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
PowerGLO is a concentrated feed formulated for elite performance horses. It is high in fat and carbohydrates to support the caloric needs of equine athletes.
Pre Buff (DAC)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Pre Buff by DAC is a liquid gut-health supplement formulated for horses of all working classes. It contains key minerals and amino acids to help maintain a proper gut pH.
Pre-Fuel Gel (Foran Equine)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
MuscleMuscle
NutrientsNutrients
Pre-Fuel Gel from Foran Equine is intended for performance horses and ponies. This supplement is meant to provide extra nutrients and energy to the horses diet.
Precision (Ark Nutrition)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
FatFat
GrowthGrowth
ToplineTopline
Precision by Ark Nutrition is a pelleted feed that is low in sugar with a moderate starch level meant to ease digestion and is higher in soluble fiber levels to support hindgut function.
PreMare (Omega Alpha)
CalmingCalming
HerbHerb
MareMare
StressStress
PreMare™ is intended as a hormone balancing supplement for horses, specifically for mares. It contains a blend of herbs including Bupleurum chinense (Chinese Throwax Root) and Paeonia lactiflora (White Peony Root) and Rehmannia glutinosa (Rehmannia Root).
Premium Alfalfa Forage Blend (Triple Crown)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Premium Alfalfa Forage Blend by Triple Crown is a hay blend intended for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It can be provided during hay shortages or when the quality of hay is poor.
Prep 14 (Hallway)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Gut HealthGut Health
RecoveryRecovery
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Prep 14 from Hallway is a fortified high-energy, fat, and fibre feed for horses with greater energy demands. Prep 14 contains 14% protein, 12.5% fibre, and 10% fat.
Prime Lyte (Prime Performance Nutrition)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
PerformancePerformance
RecoveryRecovery
Prime Lyte is a buffered electrolyte blend by Prime Performance Nutrition. It is intended to replace electrolytes lost in sweat.
PrimeGLO (ADM Animal Nutrition)
FatFat
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
PerformancePerformance
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
PrimeGLO is a concentrated horse feed designed for mature horses. It is a soft, easy-to-chew formulation that contains ingredients to support gut health. The total NSC is 14.5%.
Primequine (Newmac Animal Feeds)
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
VitaminsVitamins
Primequine by Newmac Animal Feeds is a vitamin and mineral supplement intended to support overall health in horses.
Pro Balance (Bluebonnet Feeds)
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
YeastYeast
Pro Balance by Bluebonnet is a comprehensive diet balancer formulated to correct vitamin and mineral deficiencies commonly found in forage-only diets for horses. It also includes yeast, probiotics, and digestive enzymes to support optimal gut health and nutrient absorption.
Pro Horse 12 (MAC)
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
NutrientsNutrients
SeniorSenior
Pro Horse 12 by MAC is a high energy feed with vitamins and minerals, it is intended for mature horses.
Pro Lyte Powder (Uckele)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
ExerciseExercise
HydrationHydration
RecoveryRecovery
Pro Lyte Powder is the powdered electrolyte supplement, similar in formulation to Liqui Lyte. It supplies calcium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, and potassium with maltodextrin to increase electrolyte absorption.
Pro RBC (Peak Performance Nutrients)
Blood CellsBlood Cells
CirculationCirculation
PerformancePerformance
StaminaStamina
Pro RBC by Peak Performance Nutrients is a liquid iron-free supplement that contains a blend of herbs to support normal red blood cell values and health. It intends to promote red blood cell production in the bone marrow.
Pro V.M. (Peak Performance Nutrients)
JointsJoints
MuscleMuscle
PerformancePerformance
StaminaStamina
Pro V.M. by Peak Performance Nutrients is a multi-use vitamin, mineral and amino acid supplement designed with race horses in mind. It intends to support the extreme demands on the horse’s joints, immune system and muscular system.
Pro V.M. with EFAs (Peak Performance Nutrients)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
JointsJoints
MuscleMuscle
Pro V.M. with EFAs by Peak Performance Nutrients is a vitamin, mineral, amino acid & probiotic supplement designed with race horses in mind. It intends to support the extreme demands on the horse’s joints, immune system and digestive system.
ProAdvantage – Grass Formula (Progressive Nutrition)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutritionNutrition
VitaminsVitamins
ProAdvantage® – Grass Formula is a concentrated ration balancer intended for horses consuming grass or mixed hay. This feed contains amino acids, vitamins, and minerals in a lower-starch format.
Probios Horse Soft Chews (Apple) (Chr. Hansen)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
ProbioticProbiotic
Probios Horse Soft Chews is a probiotic supplement in treat form for horses. Each 10 gram chew supplies a minimum of 150 million CFUs of probiotics (Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus licheniformis). The treats are apple-flavoured and sweetened with molasses and corn starch. It is recommended to feed 1-2 treats daily.
Probiotic Paste (DAC)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
ProbioticProbiotic
Probiotic Paste by DAC is a gut-health supplement that provides a source of beneficial intestinal bacteria. Each tube delivers 1 billion CFU per gram of lactic acid–producing bacteria.
Protenza (Hallway)
CalmingCalming
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
NutritionNutrition
Protenza from Hallway is a textured feed fortified with Stamm 30, formulated for the competition horse. This feed contains 10% protein and 10% fat.
Pure & Simple Balancer (Hallway)
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
ToplineTopline
Pure & Simple Balancer from Hallway is marketed as a non-GMO ration balancer. Pure & Simple contains 14% protein and provides 1048 kcal per lb of digestible energy.
Quality Blend 10% (Quality Feeds)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
Quality Blend 10% by Quality Feeds is a textured sweet feed intended for horses at maintenance.
Quality Gold 12% (Quality Feeds)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Quality Gold 12% by Quality Feeds is a textured sweet feed intended for all classes of horses.
Quantify (Hallway)
EnergyEnergy
FatFat
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Quantify from Hallway is a cubed feed fortified with Stamm 30 with added fat from soy oil. This feed is intended for broodmares, stallions, performance horses, or horses that are in need of weight gain. Quantify contains 14% protein, 8% fat, and 10% fibre.
Quench Electrolyte (HorseTech)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HydrationHydration
RecoveryRecovery
StressStress
Quench Electrolyte by HorseTech is an electrolyte containing no sugar, fillers or flavours. It is intended to replace electrolytes in horses under stress from heat, hard work or training.
Quench Lyte (Dominion Vet)
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
HealthHealth
HydrationHydration
RecoveryRecovery
Quench Lyte by Dominion Vet is a powdered electrolyte and trace mineral supplement. It is formulated with potassium, magnesium, calcium, and sodium.
Quitt (Farnam)
CalmingCalming
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
Farnam Quitt is a pelleted supplement intended to stop wood chewing in horses. It contains vitamins, minerals and fatty acids.
Quitt Chew Stop Pellets (Farnam)
CalmingCalming
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
ProteinProtein
VitaminsVitamins
Quitt is a supplement for horses meant to help them stop wood chewing. It provides vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids intended to meet a horse's nutritional requirements and prevent wood chewing behaviours.
Race 13 (Capstone Horse Feed)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
DigestionDigestion
EnergyEnergy
PerformancePerformance
Race 13 by Capstone Horse Feed is a high energy feed intended for high performance horses.
Race 13 (Hallway)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
PerformancePerformance
Hallway's Race 13 is a textured sweet feed with high energy density to meet the calorie requirements of performance horses. It provides moderate 6% fat and 10% fibre content.
Race Lite Muesli (Dodson & Horrell)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
ExerciseExercise
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
PerformancePerformance
Race Lite Muesli is a textured lower protein racing feed made for horses beginning training or on a lighter training schedule. This feed contains a protein content of 12%, a fibre level of 9%, and moderate fat content of 4.5%.
Race Time (Capstone Horse Feed)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
SeniorSenior
Race Time by Capstone Horse Feed is a muesli style feed intended for mature horses.

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