3 Hrs Out Paste
Pre-show energy and electrolyte paste — administered 3 hours before entering the ring; effects last approximately 3 hours
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
3 Hrs Out is a 15cc paste designed to be given exactly 3 hours before a show animal enters the ring. It contains electrolytes and proprietary energy ingredients that help the animal metabolize energy more effectively, with effects lasting approximately 3 hours — timed to peak during the class. SSS positions it as a direct competitor to similar pre-show energy pastes at roughly half the market price. The tube is pre-measured at 15cc for all species, simplifying show-box management. For long show days where more than 6 hours separate classes, a second tube can be given for the second class.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
Not published online.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Electrolytes | Present (specific values not published) |
| Energy ingredients | Proprietary |
| Copper | UNKNOWN |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
Not published. Described as “electrolytes and several innovative ingredients to help the animal metabolize energies.”
Official Feeding Rate
- All species: Full 15cc tube, one time, 3 hours before showing
- Long show days (6+ hours between classes): Second full tube for second class
- Tube size: 15cc (pre-measured; one tube = one dose)
Sheep Safety
Copper — UNKNOWN: Ingredient list not published. Contact SSS at (325) 294-4555. Given this is a single-dose paste (not daily use), the copper concern is lower than for daily supplements — but confirm.
Show Circuit Use
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How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
3 Hrs Out is a show box staple — administered 3 hours before the class, timed so the energy and electrolyte effect peaks during judging. It is compatible with Attitude Adjustment paste (calming) used at the 1-hour mark, creating a two-stage show-day prep:
- 3 hours before: 3 Hrs Out paste (energy + electrolytes)
- 1 hour before: Attitude Adjustment paste (calming)
The 15cc pre-measured format makes show-day administration simple and reduces the risk of over- or under-dosing under show morning stress.
Phase Protocols
Show Day
- Rate: Full 15cc tube, 3 hours before entering the ring
- Second dose: If 6+ hours between classes, give second tube 3 hours before the second class
- Pair with: Attitude Adjustment at 1 hour before ring; Gold Dust drench every 2 hours in holding pen
Stacking Protocols
3 Hrs Out + Attitude Adjustment: Standard SSS show-day two-paste protocol — 3 Hrs Out at 3 hours for energy; AA at 1 hour for calming.
3 Hrs Out + Gold Dust drench: Gold Dust drench (every 2 hours in holding) + 3 Hrs Out (3 hours before class) covers both gut/probiotic support and pre-ring energy.
Budget Alternatives
- Electrolyte drenches (commercial livestock electrolyte powders mixed in water) provide similar hydration and electrolyte support at significantly lower cost; energy component is harder to replicate without the proprietary ingredients
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Sources
- https://stockshowsecrets.com/products/3-hrs-out (manufacturer)