Masterfeeds Performance Plus Pellets
Masterfeeds Performance Plus Pellets provide concentrated calories via a balanced mix of fats and digestible fiber tailored to promote rapid weight gain and steady energy for athletes. As a US-based offering, it competes on regional cost-effectiveness and feed-forward energy density versus premium imports, making it an attractive option for programs that require high calories without the premium pricing of boutique formulations.
Dense energy
Muscle support
Dense energy
Muscle support
Review Summary
"Buyers say it delivers steady weight and energy for performance horses with good palatability, though a minority note regional availability issues and that cost can be higher than commodity feeds."
Trainer's pick
Concentrated pelleted performance feed offering a cost-effective source of calories.
Trainer's pick
Concentrated pelleted performance feed offering a cost-effective source of calories.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Masterfeeds Performance Plus Pellets provide concentrated calories via a balanced mix of fats and digestible fiber tailored to promote rapid weight gain and steady energy for athletes. As a US-based offering, it competes on regional cost-effectiveness and feed-forward energy density versus premium imports, making it an attractive option for programs that require high calories without the premium pricing of boutique formulations.
Dense energy
Muscle support
Trainer's pick
Concentrated pelleted performance feed offering a cost-effective source of calories.
Includes added vegetable oils and balanced protein to promote efficient weight gain.
Dense energy
Muscle support
Trainer's pick
Concentrated pelleted performance feed offering a cost-effective source of calories.
Includes added vegetable oils and balanced protein to promote efficient weight gain.
$45-65 USD
Mad Barn W-3 Oil is a concentrated omega-3–rich liquid supplement that increases caloric density and enhances skin and coat condition without adding starch, making it an economical and metabolically safe way to boost weight when blended into mashes or pellets. As a technical complement rather than a complete feed, it pairs effectively with products like Purina Equilizer or Brooks Fibre O Plus to add energy while those feeds supply vitamins and minerals.
Omega-3 boost
Calorie dense
Omega-3 boost
Calorie dense
Review Summary
"Owners report improved coat shine and overall condition with regular use and find it an effective omega supplement for weight/condition. A few horses are picky about taste and visible results often take several weeks."
Ocean-kissed coat
Concentrated omega-3 oil to add calories while supporting coat and metabolic health.
Ocean-kissed coat
Concentrated omega-3 oil to add calories while supporting coat and metabolic health.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Mad Barn W-3 Oil is a concentrated omega-3–rich liquid supplement that increases caloric density and enhances skin and coat condition without adding starch, making it an economical and metabolically safe way to boost weight when blended into mashes or pellets. As a technical complement rather than a complete feed, it pairs effectively with products like Purina Equilizer or Brooks Fibre O Plus to add energy while those feeds supply vitamins and minerals.
Omega-3 boost
Calorie dense
Ocean-kissed coat
Concentrated omega-3 oil to add calories while supporting coat and metabolic health.
Designed as a top-dress to safely boost energy intake without bulk feed changes.
Omega-3 boost
Calorie dense
Ocean-kissed coat
Concentrated omega-3 oil to add calories while supporting coat and metabolic health.
Designed as a top-dress to safely boost energy intake without bulk feed changes.
$45-85 USD
Omega Alpha Biotic 8 Plus stands out for muscle development programs because its gut-focused formulation improves hindgut microbial balance and protein digestibility, indirectly enhancing amino acid absorption and lean mass gains. Compared to straight protein concentrates, Biotic 8 Plus provides a technical advantage in reducing feed protein waste and improving nutrient uptake—often at a premium price but with potential savings from greater feed efficiency.
Microbe optimization
Better nutrient uptake
Microbe optimization
Better nutrient uptake
Review Summary
"Omega Alpha Biotic 8 Plus is commonly credited with improving gut health and indirectly aiding muscle condition, but results are seen as more modest and gradual than targeted protein supplements. A portion of reviewers report variable responses depending on the horse."
Probiotic pep
Multi-strain probiotic formula designed to support hindgut health and improve digestion of protein.
Probiotic pep
Multi-strain probiotic formula designed to support hindgut health and improve digestion of protein.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
Time-Saving Convenience
Omega Alpha Biotic 8 Plus stands out for muscle development programs because its gut-focused formulation improves hindgut microbial balance and protein digestibility, indirectly enhancing amino acid absorption and lean mass gains. Compared to straight protein concentrates, Biotic 8 Plus provides a technical advantage in reducing feed protein waste and improving nutrient uptake—often at a premium price but with potential savings from greater feed efficiency.
Microbe optimization
Better nutrient uptake
Probiotic pep
Multi-strain probiotic formula designed to support hindgut health and improve digestion of protein.
Stable, high-quality strains intended to reduce digestive disturbances that limit nutrient absorption.
Microbe optimization
Better nutrient uptake
Probiotic pep
Multi-strain probiotic formula designed to support hindgut health and improve digestion of protein.
Stable, high-quality strains intended to reduce digestive disturbances that limit nutrient absorption.
$80-160 USD
Mad Barn W-3 Oil is a concentrated omega-3 oil supplement intended to boost caloric density and palatability of fermentable fiber rations, allowing precise incremental increases in energy for weight gain without adding starch. Compared with ready-made high-fat feeds such as Shur-Gain, W-3 offers technical flexibility and often lower immediate cost for small-scale adjustments because it can be dosed to taste and mixed into existing high-fiber feeds, though it does mean owners must manage dosing and blending themselves.
Omega-3 boost - glossy finish
Calorie-rich oil - weight helper
Omega-3 boost - glossy finish
Calorie-rich oil - weight helper
Review Summary
"Repeat users frequently praise W-3 Oil for improving coat shine, digestion and gradual weight gain with easy daily dosing and minimal side effects; many note visible results within weeks. It's widely regarded as a high-quality omega supplement for long-term metabolic and condition support."
Anti-inflammatory support - chill coat
Concentrated omega‑3 oil that boosts caloric density without adding starch or fermentable carbs
Anti-inflammatory support - chill coat
Concentrated omega‑3 oil that boosts caloric density without adding starch or fermentable carbs
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Mad Barn W-3 Oil is a concentrated omega-3 oil supplement intended to boost caloric density and palatability of fermentable fiber rations, allowing precise incremental increases in energy for weight gain without adding starch. Compared with ready-made high-fat feeds such as Shur-Gain, W-3 offers technical flexibility and often lower immediate cost for small-scale adjustments because it can be dosed to taste and mixed into existing high-fiber feeds, though it does mean owners must manage dosing and blending themselves.
Omega-3 boost - glossy finish
Calorie-rich oil - weight helper
Anti-inflammatory support - chill coat
Concentrated omega‑3 oil that boosts caloric density without adding starch or fermentable carbs
Useful to increase weight and condition when mixed into fiber-based feeds
Omega-3 boost - glossy finish
Calorie-rich oil - weight helper
Anti-inflammatory support - chill coat
Concentrated omega‑3 oil that boosts caloric density without adding starch or fermentable carbs
Useful to increase weight and condition when mixed into fiber-based feeds
$60-140 USD
Genuine Health Advanced Gut Health Probiotic Daily 50 Billion CFU
Genuine Health's formula holds a best-in-class position for everyday nutrient absorption by combining a high 50 billion CFU multi‑strain blend with a focus on stability and daily tolerability, offering good cost-to-strain value versus premium alternatives. Compared with the others on this list it emphasizes balanced daily support rather than clinical-strength dosing, making it an efficient choice for consumers seeking reliable probiotic coverage to aid digestion and nutrient uptake.
High‑CFU punch
Multi‑strain mix
High‑CFU punch
Multi‑strain mix
Review Summary
"Users commonly report noticeable improvements in regularity and reduced bloating with continued use, praising the high CFU count and stability; a minority note no change or sensitivity to specific strains. Overall it’s seen as a well-formulated daily probiotic for general gut support."
Scientist‑approved wink
50 billion CFU per serving with multiple clinically studied strains to support diverse gut microbiota.
Scientist‑approved wink
50 billion CFU per serving with multiple clinically studied strains to support diverse gut microbiota.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Genuine Health's formula holds a best-in-class position for everyday nutrient absorption by combining a high 50 billion CFU multi‑strain blend with a focus on stability and daily tolerability, offering good cost-to-strain value versus premium alternatives. Compared with the others on this list it emphasizes balanced daily support rather than clinical-strength dosing, making it an efficient choice for consumers seeking reliable probiotic coverage to aid digestion and nutrient uptake.
High‑CFU punch
Multi‑strain mix
Scientist‑approved wink
50 billion CFU per serving with multiple clinically studied strains to support diverse gut microbiota.
Gastro-resistant delayed-release capsules to improve survival through stomach acid and delivery to the intestines.
High‑CFU punch
Multi‑strain mix
Scientist‑approved wink
50 billion CFU per serving with multiple clinically studied strains to support diverse gut microbiota.
Gastro-resistant delayed-release capsules to improve survival through stomach acid and delivery to the intestines.
$35-55 USD
Mad Barn Visceral+ Stomach Health Supplement
Mad Barn Visceral+ focuses on digestive comfort with a blend of prebiotics, digestive enzymes and botanicals designed to normalize gastric function and support increased voluntary intake in horses with sensitive stomachs. Technically oriented toward gut health rather than flavor alone, it pairs well with palatability toppers (like Brooks or Hoffman's) to produce longer-term intake improvements and can be more cost-effective over time by reducing feed refusal related to GI discomfort.
Gut balance
Calming taste
Gut balance
Calming taste
Review Summary
"Owners commonly say it improves gut comfort, stool consistency and appetite, and that it blends well into daily feed; a few mention the ongoing cost and need for continuous use to see benefits."
Tummy high-five
Supports gastric and digestive health to help maintain consistent appetite
Tummy high-five
Supports gastric and digestive health to help maintain consistent appetite
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
Mad Barn Visceral+ focuses on digestive comfort with a blend of prebiotics, digestive enzymes and botanicals designed to normalize gastric function and support increased voluntary intake in horses with sensitive stomachs. Technically oriented toward gut health rather than flavor alone, it pairs well with palatability toppers (like Brooks or Hoffman's) to produce longer-term intake improvements and can be more cost-effective over time by reducing feed refusal related to GI discomfort.
Gut balance
Calming taste
Tummy high-five
Supports gastric and digestive health to help maintain consistent appetite
Powdered supplement that mixes easily into feed as a top-dress
Gut balance
Calming taste
Tummy high-five
Supports gastric and digestive health to help maintain consistent appetite
Powdered supplement that mixes easily into feed as a top-dress
$55-85 USD