16% Sheep and Goat Pellet
General-purpose medicated pellet for growing sheep and goats — 16% protein growing/maintenance ration; Decoquinate for coccidiosis prevention
Always read and follow the product label directions for use, and consult your veterinarian before using any product.
Overview
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 16.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 3.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 16.5% |
| Calcium (min/max) | 1.0% / 1.5% |
| Salt (min/max) | 0.5% / 1.0% |
| Vitamin A (min) | 19,000 IU/lb |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
| Component | Role |
|---|---|
| Decoquinate (27 g/ton) | Coccidiosis prevention — no withdrawal period |
| Vitamin A (19,000 IU/lb) | Immune support, growth, vision — very high fortification level |
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 3.0–4.0% of body weight per day
- Example: 60 lb lamb → 1.8–2.4 lb/day; 90 lb lamb → 2.7–3.6 lb/day
- Species notes: Sheep and goats
- Medication: Feed during periods of coccidiosis exposure; maintain for 28+ days continuously
Ca:P Ratio
Calcium 1.0–1.5% / Phosphorus not listed → Phosphorus value not confirmed. Ca:P cannot be calculated. Flag for review.
Show Circuit Use
Sources: hiprofeeds.com manufacturer page only
Primary Role
This is a background growing ration — used in show programs primarily as an economical base, or as a feed used by breeders before lambs enter a show feeding program. It is not show-specific in its marketing. No show circuit use documentation found.
Phase Protocols
Growing Phase (Weeks 12–6 Before Show)
- Rate: 3.0–4.0% of body weight
- Purpose: Provide 16% protein growing ration with coccidiosis prevention; high Vitamin A fortification may benefit immune status during show circuit stress
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Direct Substitutes
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolution HI-PRO | Evolution Show Feed (Belstra Milling) | Textured | Mid-Range | — |
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| Umbarger Lamb 19% | Umbarger Show Feeds | Textured | Mid-Range | 3% body weight/day – 4% body weight/day |
| 18% Lamb Starter Pellet | Hi-Pro Feeds | Pellet | Mid-Range | Free choice – 2% of body weight |
