7 Reasons Endurance Horses Do Well on Höveler Pur.Muskel
Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration, built around 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy — the slow-burn profile endurance work rewards — with starch at just 5.8%. Competition safe and FEI-compliant, $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.
Endurance owners know the issue well: miles in the legs call for dense calories, but a starchy feed burns through quickly and leaves a depleted, gut-sensitive horse. Pur.Muskel was designed to add fat-based energy and muscle support to a full ration in small amounts. Seven reasons it fits distance work.
1. Fat is the fuel distance horses run on
Pur.Muskel holds 15.0% raw fat, with linseed oil in the ingredient list. Fat delivers 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy (11.9 MJ metabolizable) in a form the working horse can draw on steadily over hours.
Who this is for: distance horses that run out of gas when the starchy portion of the ration runs out.
2. 5.8% starch keeps the metabolic picture calm
Starch sits at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1% — a profile formulated for metabolically sensitive breeds and for horses whose gut comfort counts over a long ride. That is part of why the mix is gentle on the stomach.
The benefit: energy that does not spike, dip, or stir up the hindgut.
3. Protein to hold muscle across a season
Miles wear down muscle. Pur.Muskel supplies 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein and 0.85% lysine; its rated Functionality is Muscle Building, and it is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration.
Who this is for: horses coming off a long ride that need condition to bounce back between events.
4. Amino acids counted, not assumed
Lysine 0.85%, methionine 0.25%, methionine plus cysteine 0.5%, and threonine 0.6% are supplied by named sources — soy flakes, pea flakes, and sweet lupine flakes, with no alfalfa in the mix.
Who this is for: owners who read ingredient panels before they read marketing.
5. No added vitamins or minerals — build your own endurance plan
Endurance programs are individual. Pur.Muskel contains no added vitamins or minerals, so it fits into a custom ration without doubling up on electrolytes, balancers, or forage minerals.
The benefit: a clean addition in a plan you already trust.
6. Competition safe and FEI-compliant
Ride-day rules are tight, so the ration has to be above board. Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, made in Germany by a house that has made horse feed since 1905 — over 120 years of expertise.
The benefit: the same ration at home, at camp, and at the vet gate.
7. Small rates, real calories, real backup
Because the mix is dense, even heavy work takes only 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight daily. The product rates 4.55 from 2 reviews, and bifid stands behind the purchase with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee, a 24/7 licensed vet team, and a store rating of 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews — US operation in Florida. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag; the product page has the full label.
Who this is for: owners planning a full season who would like the trial covered.
How to feed it
Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration — not a complete feed on its own, with forage always the base. Rates per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight per day:
Work levelDaily rate per 220 lb (100 kg) body weight Light work0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) Medium work0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) Heavy work0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g)Example: a 1,000 lb horse in medium work gets 50–80 g daily. The rates are small gram-scale amounts — measure them, and adjust to condition and mileage. The feeding calculator works out the daily amount in https://bifid.com/usa/hoveler-pur-muskel-44-lb-bag.html seconds.
Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw fat 15.0%, digestible energy 14.1 MJ/kg, starch 5.8%, raw protein 20% — a supplementary feed blended into a complete ration.
What an owner said
"Excellent performance 9" — Jessica, May 21, 2024 (9/10). Her comment notes the horses maintain stronger muscle condition.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pur.Muskel suitable for endurance horses?
Yes — its 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy suit steady work, while starch stays at 5.8%. It is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration.
Will it keep my distance horse calm at the ride?
Energy comes from fat, not starch — starch is 5.8% and sugar 4.1%. That profile is formulated for metabolically sensitive breeds.
Can I use it under competition rules?
Yes — Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, German-made with over 120 years of expertise.
Does it contain soy or alfalfa?
It does contain soy (soy flakes), so it is never soy-free; it is alfalfa-free, with no added vitamins or minerals.
How much do I feed for distance work?
Per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight: 0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) in medium work, up to 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) in heavy work. A 1,000 lb horse in medium work gets 50–80 g daily.