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The natural foundation for a healthy and active older horse
Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli: Natural muesli for older horses
Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli has been specially formulated for older horses. This healthy, high-fiber muesli contains only the best ingredients from nature: no molasses, soy, alfalfa, or (whole) grains. Thanks to its high fiber and fat content and low sugar and starch content, Senior+ helps maintain a balanced digestive system and supports healthy gut flora.
The muesli is enriched with easily absorbable vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to support optimal vitality and immunity. The added live yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) also improves fiber digestion, allowing your horse to absorb nutrients even more effectively.
“Natural food that has everything you need…perfect!” – Wendy
“If even my horse ‘Uniek’ eats it, that means it’s really delicious muesli 😉!!” – Emma
Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli has been carefully developed and formulated using the finest ingredients, specifically for older horses. It provides all the nutrients they need and makes every meal both tasty and nutritious. Our test panel agrees: Senior+ keeps senior horses healthy, energetic, and happy—even the picky eaters!
All the goodness of nature in one bag
Contains a high dose of easily absorbable vitamins and minerals for optimal health- Contains live yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) to support healthy gut flora and efficient digestion
- Rich in essential amino acids to help maintain muscle mass, support recovery, and boost vitality
- Supports the immune system so your horse feels physically and mentally fitter
- Easy to soak, making it ideal for horses that have trouble chewing
- High fiber and fat content with low starch (6.0%) and sugar (5.0%) content
- Natural and healthy food without molasses, whole grains, soy, or alfalfa
How do I feed Senior+ Muesli?
Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli is a complete muesli packed with healthy extras such as vitamin E, B vitamins, amino acids, and easily digestible fiber. It’s an all-in-one solution! This makes Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli an ideal choice to feed without any additional supplements: it’s concentrated and highly nutritious.
The amount you feed depends on the amount of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids your horse needs. The table lists the number of grams (not kilograms!) per day. This is 30 to 75% less than regular muesli!
You can feed Vitalbix Senior+ either dry or soaked. If you choose to soak it, let the muesli sit in cold or lukewarm water for 15 to 20 minutes. This helps preserve the nutrients and makes the food easier to digest.
Daily nutritional recommendations
The dosage for horses not in work or engaged in light work is 160 grams per 100 kg of body weight. This is sufficient for horses that are comfortably retired or still engaged in recreational or light work.
For older horses that are still regularly exercised, the dosage is 200 grams per 100 kg of body weight. Is the horse underweight or in need of extra support? In that case, this higher dosage may also be used.
For horses that need extra support—for example, during recovery, if they are underweight, or if their condition has declined—the dosage is 200 grams per 100 kg of body weight.
Even though Vitalbix Senior+ is a complete muesli for horses, ponies, miniature horses, and anything that neighs and has hooves 😉, you can, of course, combine it with other Vitalbix products. You can supplement it as needed with products such asFiber-Mix+, Pure Lucerne+, NutriMash, Linseed Oil + Vitamin E,and PsylliumMash.
Having trouble figuring it out just from the table? We’d be happy to provide (free) personalized advice!
Our experts are happy to provide you with personalized nutrition advice
Older horses often need a little extra attention when it comes to nutrition. Our nutrition experts are happy to assist you with free, personalized nutrition advice to keep your senior horse in top condition. Whether your horse is struggling to maintain its weight, has a sensitive digestive system, or simply wants to stay healthy and fit, we’re here to help. You can easily request personalized advice for your senior horse using the nutrition advice form.
Frequently Asked Questions
A full Vitalbix measuring cup contains 280 g of Senior+, while a standard measuring cup contains 980 g.
Most horses typically eat Vitalbix without any issues. If your horse is coming from a diet high in starch or added sugar, he or she may need some time to adjust. We therefore recommend mixing Vitalbix with the old feed for at least 2 weeks. Because Vitalbix contains no added sugar, your horse may not ‘go for it’ as eagerly or may leave it untouched at first. It’s important to give it some time; you’ll see that he’ll eventually eat it well. Feed containing added sugar is often eaten too quickly, which is not natural behavior for horses. It is better to see them chewing their feed calmly.
Senior+ Muesli has been specially formulated for older horses and differs from Breed & Grow in several key ways. For instance, the muesli is more concentrated, with a lower recommended daily allowance, making it better suited to the energy needs of senior horses. It also contains more EPWa and VREp, is easy to soak, and is completely alfalfa-free.
An added benefit is that Saccharomyces cerevisiae has been added—a valuable ingredient that supports digestion and is well suited to the needs of older horses.
Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli can be served wet and/or soaked. Please note that you should not pour boiling water over food containing added vitamins and minerals, as this will cause the vitamins and minerals to be lost. Use cold or lukewarm water instead, and ideally do not let it sit for longer than 1 hour; 20 minutes is usually sufficient.
Feed your horse like a horse...
At Vitalbix, we combine nature with science
Vitalbix is formulated based on the nutritional needs of horses as outlined in the CVB guidelines and the latest scientific insights in the field of equine nutrition and health. Vitalbix contains only natural ingredients. Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli is free from (whole) grains, molasses, GMOs, soy, and alfalfa, and contains no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Composition
Grass meal, Flaxseed meal, Oat hulls, Sunflower seed meal, Sunflower seed hulls, Artificially dried timothy hay, Sweet lupine flakes, Toasted crushed flaxseed, Pea flakes, Flaxseed oil, Crushed carob, Flaxseed, Sodium chloride, Magnesium oxide, Calcium carbonate, Carrot, Monocalcium phosphate
The analysis below is per kilogram (1,000 grams) of Vitalbix Senior+ Muesli
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| EWPa | 0.84 units/kg |
| VREp | 13,2% |
| Dry matter | 910,5 g |
| Crude protein | 15,8% |
| Crude fat | 10,0% |
| Raw pulp | 21,4% |
| Crude ash | 9,1% |
| Sugar (no added sugar) | 5,0% |
| Starch | 6,0% |
| Calcium | 9,0 g |
| Phosphorus | 5,4 g |
| Magnesium | 7,5 g |
| Sodium | 7,0 g |
| Potassium | 11,4 g |
| Chloride | 1,17 % |
| Sulfur | 0,2 g |
| Nutritional additives per kg | |
| Lysine | 8,0 g |
| Methionine | 3,5 g |
| Methionine + Cystine | 6,0 g |
| Threonine (3c410) | 6,7 g |
| Tryptophan | 2,0 g |
| Valine | 6,9 g |
| Vitamin A (3a672a) | 15,000 IU |
| Vitamin D3 (3a671) | 3,250 IU |
| Vitamin E (3a700i) | 1,100 mg |
| Vitamin C (3a300) | 125 mg |
| Vitamin B1 / Thiamine (3a821) | 14.4 mg |
| Vitamin B2 / Riboflavin (3a825ii) | 5.4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine hydrochloride (3a831) | 5.4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 / Cyanocobalamin (3a835) | 216.0 mcg |
| Niacinamide (3a315) | 18.0 mg |
| Choline chloride (3a890) | 144.0 mg |
| Folic acid (3a316) | 18.0 mg |
| Total Iodine | 1.5 mg |
| Biotin (3a880) | 1,250 mcg |
| Total Copper | 109 mg |
| Total Manganese | 101 mg |
| Total Zinc | 408 mg |
| Total selenium | 1.4 mg |
| Citric acid (1a330) | 12.0 mg |
| Technological additives per kg | |
| Sepiolite (E562) | 5 mg |
Did you know that?
With most horse mueslis, you have to feed several pounds to get the right amount of vitamins and minerals. And even then, the ratios aren’t optimal. With Senior+ Muesli, you feed much less, while being sure that your horse is getting everything it needs to be at its best and healthiest. That’s why we say, “Feed less, get more results”!
A healthy combination
With Senior+, you can create a healthy and balanced diet for your older horse that is specifically tailored to the needs of senior horses. It supports vitality, digestion, and the maintenance of a healthy weight. Where necessary, the diet can be supplemented with flaxseed oil and Fibermix for extra fiber, and with PsylliumMash as a tasty sand-cleansing treatment. This helps your senior horse stay fit, energetic, and healthy.
