- WEIGHT OF HORSE IN POUNDS -
LIFESTYLE	400	600	800	1000	1200	1400
Maintenance (lb)	6.0	9.0	11.5	14.5	17.5	18.5
Light Work (lb)	7.5	11.0	14.5	18.0	22.0	23.0

Feeding directions: Weight management program - feeding Purina^® Equine Adult^® Horse Feed at a reduced rate can help horses which are obese.  Begin by cutting the recommended feeding rate by 10%. Continue to adjust the rate until you reach the desired weight for your horse, then return to the feeding rates that are recommended for your horse's weight and activity level. Miniature horse/ponies - Purina^® Equine Adult^® Horse Feed is an ideal feed for miniature horses and ponies at maintenance and light work activity levels. Winter feeding - depending on your geographic location, the amount of feed may be increased by about 10-15% to offset body heat losses. Hay - small amounts of good quality hay may be fed along with equine adult.  The amount of equine adult can be reduced about one pound for each 2 pounds of hay fed. Important Considerations:

• Do not feed free-choice
• Feed at regular times (at least twice daily). When feeding rates exceed 1% of body weight, three daily feedings are preferred
• Any feed changes should be made gradually over a period of 7 to 10 days
• Changes in the rate of feeding should not exceed one pound per day for each horse
• Have plenty of fresh, clean water available at all times
• Prevent the rapid eating by the horse of any feed stuffs
• Store feed in a dry, well-ventilated area protected from rodents and insects Do not feed moldy or insect-infested feed to animals as it may cause illness or death
• This product to be fed to the animal species as directed on the label
• In addition to nutritional care and consultation, be sure to make regular veterinary checkups and farrier appointments part of your horse wellness program