Shape Up
SHAPE-UP™ is a low starch, high fibre mix designed to provide a balanced diet at low intake levels, and to help maintain a normal,healthy metabolism. It can be used as a calorie controlled ration for those with an increased risk of metabolic disorders to meet micronutrient requirements whilst maintaining a low starch, sugar, and calorie ration.
SHAPE-UP™ is the result of nearly two years of research and development and incorporates some of the most recent and up to date nutritional innovations for horses and ponies that require a low starch and low-calorie feed. The ration is based on Saracen Horse Feeds' "Super-Fibre" technology, meaning that energy is derived from slow-release, fibre sources that produce a minimal glycaemic response post feeding. The high fibre content of SHAPE-UP™ and the inclusion of an original acid neutralizing ingredient also help to maintain a healthy digestive system for good-doers that may be on a restricted forage ration.
- High in digestible "Super-Fibres"
- Low in Starch (7.5%) and sugar (7%)
- Recommended intake of biotin to support hoof and horn quality
- Contains cinnamon for palatability and antioxidant support
- Provides a source of Omega-3 fatty acids to aid in maintaining joint health and mobility
- Contains Acid-Buf for digestive health
- Includes a mycotoxin binder for "mopping up" free radicals and supporting optimum health and immune function
- Contains Magnesium for cell sensitivity
- Suitable for native breeds, fussy feeders, horses and ponies that may have an increased risk of metabolic issues.
200g / 100 kg body weight per day*
E.g 500kg horse, feed 1kg per day.
*These recommendations are intended as a guide only. Intakes may vary according to the quality and type of forage used, the amount of grazing time available and, in addition, the horse's metabolic rate and type of work being carried out. We recommend that you speak to a Saracen Nutritionist if you require further assistance if your horse has been diagnosed as being obese, needs to lose weight or is suffering from laminitis. These recommendations assume forage intake of 1.5% of body weight. Preferably add 1 - 2 ounces of salt to the feed or ensure free access to a salt lick.
Nutritional Analysis
- Oil: 6.5%
- Protein: 10.0%
- Fibre: 17.5%
- Starch: 7.5%
- Sugar: 7.0%
- Vitamin A: 30.500 IU/kg
- Vitamin D3: 5.750 IU/kg
- Vitamin E: 820 IU/kg
- Selenium: 1,3 mg/kg
- Est. digestible energy: 11.5 MJ/kg
Ingredients
Oatfeed, Dried Sugar Beet Pulp, Soya Hulls, Molasses, Soya Flakes, Pea Flakes, Soya Oil, Vitamins, Linseed, Maerl (calcareous marine , lgae), Dicalcium Phosphate, Minerals, Mixture of flavouring compounds.
Traditional but innovative
Saracen is an independent, family owned business with more than 170 years of experience in manufacturing animal feeds. The company takes pride in its traditional family heritage, and stays true to the founding values of trust, integrity, quality, and commitment to exceptional customer service.
In challenging environments, Saracen continues to combine these values with modern manufacturing capabilities and innovative, research-led formulations keep the company at the forefront of modern feed manufacture.
Wide range
With its range of feeds, Saracen has brought together the everyday items needed for feeding different types of horses in varying stages of life and activity, growth and development. The feeds continue to provide the top quality nutrition you expect from Saracen, and it doesn’t have to be expensive. When fed correctly, Saracen products can be very cost effective due to their nutrient density.
Quality control
Saracen is dedicated to producing nutritionally sound, innovative rations and providing customers with an accessible and personal service. The company sets itself the highest of standards in quality control. Annual quality audits determine continued compliance to UFAS (United Feed Assurance Scheme) and BETA NOPS Code of Practice. Saracen has an "open declaration" policy, which means that every ingredient is declared on the feed labels. Saracen also works to fixed formulations to protect the integrity and quality of its diets.
Personal
Feeding a horse properly doesn’t have to be difficult or complicated as long as you keep your nutritional goals in mind. Saracen is here to help you understand how to achieve those goals with the correct products and feeding strategies: simple, practical solutions that make sense. Saracen has a professional, well-qualified and understanding team of people on its staff who work hard to listen to your horse’s nutritional requirements, and to your ambitions.
You can request advice and a free no obligation "Feed Check" with the Saracen Feed Advice Form, or use our interactive Ration Consultant, to find out if the diet you are feeding your horse is meeting his nutrient requirements.
The consultant will ask you questions on your horse and their routine and will help you to understand if/where their diet is lacking in essential vitamins and minerals.
Partnership with Kentucky Equine Research (KER)
Saracen Horse Feeds Ltd. has always been dedicated to producing nutritionally sound, innovative formulas and providing customers with accessible personal service. These commitments led Saracen to Kentucky Equine Research (KER), founded by Dr. Joe Pagan Ph.D. in 1988.
Saracen is the exclusive Kentucky Equine Research (KER) Team Member in the UK.
KER is the most prolific independent equine research center in the world, entirely committed to the advancement of breeding and athletic performance through nutrition. The aim at KER is to enhance the understanding of equine nutrition and exercise physiology, and apply this knowledge to produce healthier, more athletic horses. From its headquarters in Central Kentucky, KER conducts extensive research, and each research trial is designed to improve the health and wellbeing of horses by targeting specific problems, and finding nutritional solutions.
The collaboration has given Saracen the chance to consistently provide nutritional solutions with unique, progressive feeds that can make a real difference, along with the science to support them. RE-LEVE®, Level-Grow™ and Super Fibre Pencils are good examples of concept feeds that have been produced as joint projects.
For more information on KER, please click here.
