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Vitalbix Breed & Grow
Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a unique, high-fiber muesli formulated based on the latest nutritional insights for pregnant mares, lactating mares, foals, young horses up to 3 years old, and breeding stallions. Breed & Grow is high in fiber, low in starch and sugar, and contains a balanced level of easily absorbable vitamins, minerals, and trace elements.
Breed & Grow provides healthy energy from fiber and fats, supports healthy gastrointestinal function, and keeps pregnant and lactating mares in good condition. At the same time, Vitalbix Breed & Grow supports healthy growth in the foal and the development of strong bones, tendons, and joints.
Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a concentrated, complete feed with a high content of vitamins and minerals. This means you can feed approximately 30% less than with regular feeds, without compromising on nutritional value.
Natural nutrition for a healthy start
With easily absorbed vitamins and minerals- For the development of strong bones, tendons, and joints
- Supports healthy gastrointestinal function
- Supports healthy milk production
- High in fiber—low in starch (8.2%) & sugar (2.5%)
Regalo Punch
Verified owner
My home-bred horse is doing so well! Everyone compliments me on him. He’s 2 now, taller than his mother, and super healthy with a glossy coat. He’s growing really well, and despite his super-sensitive stomach, he’s
2 weeks ago
Elles Vissers
Verified owner
Two yearlings and a 4-year-old are on Breed & Grow. The yearlings have been on it since they were 6 months old. They look great! They really enjoy it!
The 4-year-old just started on it recently. She has alopecia areata. Bald
2 weeks ago
Brigitta W.
Verified ownerGreat food for our 2-year-old. He really enjoys it.
1 month ago
Maaike
Verified ownerIt smells wonderful, and my foal loves it! Unfortunately, thanks to your expert nutritional advice, she can’t have as much of it as she used to… 😆
1 month ago
Natascha Vos
Verified owner
This is a really great feed that both the mare and the foal love. They stay in great shape without getting too much sugar, and their coats become nice and shiny. I do find it pretty expensive, though.
3 months ago
How to feed Vitalbix Breed & Grow
Use Vitalbix Breed & Grow as a complete supplement to roughage, or combine it with Vitalbix Fiber-Mix+, Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+, or Vitalbix NutriMash for extra protein and calories.
Support pregnant and lactating mares experiencing muscle and weight loss with approximately 0.5–1.0 kg of Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ or Vitalbix NutriMash. If feeding more than 1 kg of Breed & Grow per day, divide it into at least 2 daily portions. This feeding recommendation assumes an adequate supply of good-quality forage. The right amount of forage is the foundation for a healthy weight. If you really want to do it right, have your forage analyzed!
Daily nutritional recommendations
Starting in the 8th month of pregnancy, your horse’s need for vitamins, minerals, and protein increases, making this the perfect time to start feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow! Check the table to see the recommended daily amount of Vitalbix Breed & Grow for your horse.
Simply measure out Vitalbix Breed & Grow using the Vitalbix measuring cup.
Daily nutritional recommendations
Months 1–7: Choose Vitalbix Daily Complete, Vitalbix Balance+ Muesli, or Vitalbix Active+
Months 8 and 9: 200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1–1.5 kg per day.
Months 10 and 11: 300–400 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1.5–2.0 kg per day.
Months 1–3: 400–500 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 2.0–2.5 kg per day.
Months 4–5: 300–400 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1.5–2.0 kg per day.
Month 6: 200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1–1.5 kg per day.
Support pregnant and lactating mares experiencing muscle and weight loss with approximately 0.5–1.0 kg of Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ or Vitalbix NutriMash. If feeding more than 1 kg of Breed & Grow per day, divide it into at least 2 daily feedings. This feeding recommendation assumes an adequate supply of good-quality forage. The right amount of roughage is the foundation for a healthy weight.
4–6 weeks before weaning: 50–70 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 200-kg foal should be fed 100–140 grams per day.
At weaning: 150 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 200-kg foal should be fed 300 grams per day.
Months 6–12: 150 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A foal weighing 250–300 kg should be fed 375–450 grams per day.
Months 13–23: 150–200 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A young horse weighing 300 kg should be fed 450–600 grams per day, and a horse weighing 400 kg should be fed 600–800 grams per day.
Months 24–36: 140–180 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A young horse weighing 400 kg should be fed 560–720 grams per day, while a horse weighing 500 kg should be fed 700–900 grams per day.
200–300 grams per 100 kg of body weight. A 500-kg horse should be fed 1–1.5 kg per day.
- Start feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow about 4–6 weeks before weaning to help your foal gradually get used to the feed.
Our experts are happy to provide you with personalized nutrition advice
Every horse is unique and has different nutritional needs. That’s why our nutrition experts are happy to provide you with free, personalized nutrition advice to help you create the optimal diet for your horse(s). Do you have an overweight pony, a sport horse with a sensitive stomach, or multiple horses ranging from young to old? Our experts are happy to help you with all your nutrition questions. And with the nutrition advice form, requesting advice is very easy!
Frequently Asked Questions
It is best to start feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow about 4–6 weeks before weaning to allow your foal to gradually get used to the feed. You can let your foal eat alongside its mother. Of course, you can also start feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow at a later age. You can continue feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow up to about 3 years of age. From 4 years onward, you can replace Vitalbix Breed & Grow with Vitalbix Daily Complete and/or Vitalbix Active+ muesli to provide the necessary vitamins and minerals.
Starting in the 8th month of pregnancy, your mare’s need for nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and minerals increases. It is therefore best to start feeding Vitalbix Breed & Grow no later than the 8th month of pregnancy. However, you can also start earlier during pregnancy or even before pregnancy to ensure your mare is in optimal condition to become pregnant.
Forage is the foundation of a healthy weight. Adjust the amount of forage to your horse’s needs. For a pregnant or lactating mare, sufficient to unlimited amounts of forage are important and form the basis of a healthy weight.
Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a complete feed designed to supplement roughage (hay/grass). With Vitalbix Breed & Grow, your mare or young horse receives all the necessary nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids. During pregnancy and lactation, your mare’s nutritional needs increase. Adjust the amount of Breed & Grow to your horse’s needs according to our feeding schedule. Vitalbix Breed & Grow is a concentrated feed with a high content of vitamins and minerals, allowing you to feed less of it than regular breeding products (approx. 30% less).
If your horse is losing weight or muscle mass, feed it unlimited amounts of roughage and supplement Vitalbix Breed & Grow as needed with Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ and/or Vitalbix NutriMash grain-free mash.
It is important to provide your horse with sufficient roughage (hay and grass) spread out over the day and night to keep its digestive system healthy. Make sure your horse does not go without roughage for more than 4–6 hours. If your horse has stomach ulcers, do not let it go without roughage for more than 2 hours.
Producten met een hoog zetmeel- en suikergehalte (> 15%) kunnen een negatieve invloed hebben op de pH in de maag (verlagen de pH in de maag). Kies bij paarden met een gevoelige maag daarom bij voorkeur voor voeding met een zetmeel- en suikergehalte <15%.
Vitalbix Breed & Grow has a unique high-fiber formula, is low in starch and sugars (11%), and is easily digestible.
For extra fiber, we recommend mixing one scoop of Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ into the Breed & Grow. Alfalfa encourages chewing and saliva production and helps regulate stomach pH.
As a supplement, you can feed 1–2 servings of Vitalbix NutriMash grain-free mash daily.
Vitalbix Breed & Grow isn’t just very healthy—it’s also very tasty and is generally well-received, even by the pickiest eaters! Still unsure and want to try Vitalbix Breed & Grow first? Vitalbix Breed & Grow is also available in400-gram sample packs.
Thanks to its high-fiber composition, relatively high energy and protein content, and high proportion of easily absorbable vitamins and minerals, Breed & Grow is also highly suitable for older horses (who tend to lose weight quickly). Breed & Grow can be supplemented as needed with Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+, Vitalbix NutriMash, and Vitalbix Linseed Oil + Vitamin E for extra protein and calories.
Roughage is the foundation of a healthy weight. If your horse is losing weight, increase the amount of roughage (hay/grass) and then supplement with Vitalbix as needed.
Feed your horse like a horse...
What's included?
Vitalbix Breed & Grow is formulated based on the latest scientific insights in the field of nutrition for pregnant and lactating mares, foals, young horses, and stallions. Thanks to its high-fiber composition, low starch and sugar content, and easily absorbable vitamins and minerals, Vitalbix Breed & Grow helps prevent developmental problems in young horses. Vitalbix Breed & Grow contains only healthy, natural ingredients and contains NO soy, whole grains, molasses (sugar), artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, or synthetic preservatives.
Composition
Oat bran pellets, Alfalfa pellets, Flaxseed meal, Timothy hay (loose fiber), Timothy hay pellets, Sunflower seed meal, Pea flakes, Flaxseed oil, Flaxseed, Chicory pulp (inulin fibers), Apple pulp (pectin fibers), Crushed flaxseed (with natural antioxidants), Monocalcium phosphate, Calcium carbonate, Magnesium oxide
Vitamin and mineral ratios
It is not only the exact levels of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements that are important for a healthy diet; the ratios between these nutrients are just as important. If these ratios are out of balance, the nutrients will compete with one another, which can lead to deficiencies and, consequently, health problems. All Vitalbix products contain a carefully balanced ratio of nutrients to ensure optimal absorption.
The analysis below is per kilogram (1,000 grams) of Vitalbix Breed & Grow.
| Analytical constituents per kg | Value |
|---|---|
| EWPa | 0.79 per kg |
| VREp | 112,9 g |
| Crude protein | 14,6% |
| Crude fat | 8,5% |
| Raw pulp | 19,7% |
| Crude ash | 9,8% |
| Sugar | 2,3% |
| Starch | 7,9% |
| Calcium | 15 g |
| Phosphorus | 8,7 g |
| Magnesium | 6,1 g |
| Sodium | 0,9 g |
| Potassium | 11,3 g |
| Nutritional additives per kg | |
| L-Lysine (3c321) | 7,34 g |
| DL-Methionine (3c301) | 0,69 g |
| L-Threonine (3c410) | 0,38 g |
| Vitamin A (3a672a) | 19,994 IU |
| Vitamin D3 (E671) | 1,999 IU |
| Vitamin E (3a700i) | 1,200 mg |
| Vitamin C (3a300) | 101 mg |
| Vitamin B1 / Thiamine (3a821) | 50 mg |
| Vitamin B2 / Riboflavin (3a825ii) | 24 mg |
| Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine (3a831) | 20.7 mg |
| Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin (3a835) | 1,052.4 mcg |
| Vitamin K3 (3a711) | 1.3 mg |
| Niacinamide (3a315) | 85.1 mg |
| Choline chloride (3a890) | 463.8 mg |
| Folic acid (3a316) | 61.3 mg |
| Biotin (3a880) | 1,255 mcg |
| Total iodine | 2.1 mg |
| Betaine hydrochloride (3a925) | 198.2 mg |
| Total cobalt | 1.4 mg |
| Cu - Total Copper | 164 mg |
| Total manganese | 128 mg |
| Total zinc | 441 mg |
| Total selenium | 1.8 mg |
| Technological additives per kg | |
| Lignosulfonates (1g565) | 2 g |
Did you know that?
Does your mare lose her condition quickly? Then supplement Breed & Grow with NutriMash or Pure Alfalfa for extra protein, so she can maintain her weight and muscle tone more easily. Ideal for mares that need a little extra support.
A healthy combination
By combining Vitalbix’s various products, you can create an optimal diet tailored to your horse’s specific needs.
Expand your knowledge with our blogs!
Putting together a good diet… it’s not as easy as it sounds! And of course, you want the best for your horse, especially when she’s in foal. And once the little one arrives, there are even more questions: how do I keep my mare at a healthy weight during lactation? When can the foal start eating? Why is special feed actually necessary, and how do I ensure even before birth that the foal won’t have growth problems?
We answer all these questions—and many more—in our knowledge center. In short, concise blog posts backed by evidence and examples. Take advantage of them!
Satisfied users
Healthy nutrition for our mares, foals, and young horses
We feed Vitalbix Breed & Grow to all the horses in our breeding and mare stable, and we are very satisfied! With Vitalbix Breed & Grow, we can feed the horses a healthy diet without overloading them with too much starch and sugar. The mares stay in good condition, and the foals and young horses are developing well.
The perfect supplement for our stud, broodmares, and young horses!
All our Irish Cobs are fed Vitalbix Breed & Grow, supplemented with Vitalbix Linseed Oil + Vitamin E. We also feed the pregnant mares and young horses Vitalbix Pure Lucerne+ for extra fiber and protein. Vitalbix works perfectly for our stud horse with a very busy schedule, the pregnant broodmares, as well as the one- and two-year-old horses. The horses look great and are healthy. We are more than satisfied!
