Purina Ultium Competition Horse Formula
Purina Ultium Competition is positioned as a market-leading, calorie-dense pelleted feed formulated to support weight gain and sustained performance through a high-energy blend of fats and highly digestible ingredients backed by Purina's research. Compared with smaller brands it offers extremely consistent nutrient profiles, wide availability and economies of scale that deliver strong value per ton for trainers who need dependable condition and endurance during competition cycles.
High-calorie punch
Topline builder
High-calorie punch
Topline builder
Review Summary
"Most users report noticeable conditioned weight gain, improved topline and consistent performance when fed long-term; common minor complaints are price and the need for a gradual transition to avoid digestive upset."
Competition zest
Calorie-dense pelleted formula designed for competition and rapid condition gain.
Competition zest
Calorie-dense pelleted formula designed for competition and rapid condition gain.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Purina Ultium Competition is positioned as a market-leading, calorie-dense pelleted feed formulated to support weight gain and sustained performance through a high-energy blend of fats and highly digestible ingredients backed by Purina's research. Compared with smaller brands it offers extremely consistent nutrient profiles, wide availability and economies of scale that deliver strong value per ton for trainers who need dependable condition and endurance during competition cycles.
High-calorie punch
Topline builder
Competition zest
Calorie-dense pelleted formula designed for competition and rapid condition gain.
Higher fat and digestible energy profile to support sustained performance and recovery.
High-calorie punch
Topline builder
Competition zest
Calorie-dense pelleted formula designed for competition and rapid condition gain.
Higher fat and digestible energy profile to support sustained performance and recovery.
$65-95 CAD
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 Canada-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 Canada-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 CAD
Brooks Enhancer Pellets
Brooks Enhancer Pellets are a specialty, high-fat pelleted feed designed to rapidly add topline and overall condition with formulations emphasizing palatability and targeted amino acids. Unlike larger commodity brands, Brooks sacrifices some mass-market pricing advantages for a performance-focused nutrient matrix and higher palatability that can be more effective (though often more expensive per ton) for picky horses and individualized weight-gain plans.
Rapid weight
Coat shine
Rapid weight
Coat shine
Review Summary
"Owners appreciate the calorie density and improved body condition over time, but reviews are a bit mixed due to occasional batch variability and somewhat slower gains compared with higher-fat alternatives."
Palate pleaser
Compact pelleted enhancer intended as a high-calorie top-dress to boost intake and condition.
Palate pleaser
Compact pelleted enhancer intended as a high-calorie top-dress to boost intake and condition.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Brooks Enhancer Pellets are a specialty, high-fat pelleted feed designed to rapidly add topline and overall condition with formulations emphasizing palatability and targeted amino acids. Unlike larger commodity brands, Brooks sacrifices some mass-market pricing advantages for a performance-focused nutrient matrix and higher palatability that can be more effective (though often more expensive per ton) for picky horses and individualized weight-gain plans.
Rapid weight
Coat shine
Palate pleaser
Compact pelleted enhancer intended as a high-calorie top-dress to boost intake and condition.
Dense energy and protein in small feeding rates, ideal for hard-keepers needing quick gains.
Rapid weight
Coat shine
Palate pleaser
Compact pelleted enhancer intended as a high-calorie top-dress to boost intake and condition.
Dense energy and protein in small feeding rates, ideal for hard-keepers needing quick gains.
$50-75 CAD
Mad Barn W-10 Performance Feed
Mad Barn W-10 Performance Feed is a science-driven, calorie-dense pellet that combines elevated energy with digestive support (probiotics and a controlled starch-to-fat ratio) to encourage safe weight gain and sustained athletic output. Its technical strengths are transparent ingredient profiling and access to nutritionist-guided feeding programs, which can increase initial cost but improve feed conversion and reduce waste compared with generic high-calorie mixes.
Calorie matrix
Gut-friendly fiber
Calorie matrix
Gut-friendly fiber
Review Summary
"Users commonly praise reliable weight gain, improved coat and sustained energy in performance horses; several long-term users mention it is effective but somewhat more expensive and best introduced gradually."
Science-backed mix
Formulated as a concentrated, calorie-dense pelleted feed for performance and weight gain.
Science-backed mix
Formulated as a concentrated, calorie-dense pelleted feed for performance and weight gain.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Mad Barn W-10 Performance Feed is a science-driven, calorie-dense pellet that combines elevated energy with digestive support (probiotics and a controlled starch-to-fat ratio) to encourage safe weight gain and sustained athletic output. Its technical strengths are transparent ingredient profiling and access to nutritionist-guided feeding programs, which can increase initial cost but improve feed conversion and reduce waste compared with generic high-calorie mixes.
Calorie matrix
Gut-friendly fiber
Science-backed mix
Formulated as a concentrated, calorie-dense pelleted feed for performance and weight gain.
Emphasizes digestible fats and fermentable fibers to deliver sustained energy with lower starch impact.
Calorie matrix
Gut-friendly fiber
Science-backed mix
Formulated as a concentrated, calorie-dense pelleted feed for performance and weight gain.
Emphasizes digestible fats and fermentable fibers to deliver sustained energy with lower starch impact.
$60-90 CAD
Tribute Equine Nutrition Kalm Ultra
Tribute Kalm Ultra is a low-starch, high-fat pelleted feed engineered to add condition and calm excitable horses while delivering dense calories from quality fats and fibrous ingredients. It is particularly well-suited for nervous or insulin-sensitive athletes where controlling starch load matters, offering a technical advantage over higher-starch, mass-market calorie sources though typically at a premium price point for specialized metabolic management.
Low-NSC energy
Calm performance
Low-NSC energy
Calm performance
Review Summary
"Customers consistently report good temperament benefits, palatability and digestive tolerance; while effective for calm energy and condition in many horses, reviewers note it is not as calorie-dense as dedicated weight-gain concentrates."
Zen power
Low-starch, higher-fat pelleted feed targeted to support weight and condition without spiking glucose.
Zen power
Low-starch, higher-fat pelleted feed targeted to support weight and condition without spiking glucose.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Tribute Kalm Ultra is a low-starch, high-fat pelleted feed engineered to add condition and calm excitable horses while delivering dense calories from quality fats and fibrous ingredients. It is particularly well-suited for nervous or insulin-sensitive athletes where controlling starch load matters, offering a technical advantage over higher-starch, mass-market calorie sources though typically at a premium price point for specialized metabolic management.
Low-NSC energy
Calm performance
Zen power
Low-starch, higher-fat pelleted feed targeted to support weight and condition without spiking glucose.
Suitable for metabolic or insulin-sensitive horses needing safe calorie-dense feeding.
Low-NSC energy
Calm performance
Zen power
Low-starch, higher-fat pelleted feed targeted to support weight and condition without spiking glucose.
Suitable for metabolic or insulin-sensitive horses needing safe calorie-dense feeding.
$50-75 CAD