Got a Hot or Fizzy Horse? 7 Ways Höveler Pur.Muskel Supports Calm Work
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September 26, 2026 · 4 min read
Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary muesli that backs muscle development with clean energy for horses that run hot — 5.8% starch and 4.1% sugar, with 15.0% raw fat carrying 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy. It is added to a complete ration, not fed by itself. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.
You saddle up and the horse is already ten steps ahead of you. Nine times out of ten the culprit in the bucket is starch — quick fuel that arrives suddenly and burns hot. The fix is not fewer calories; it is other calories. Pur.Muskel delivers energy and protein without a starch load. Seven ways it can help.
1. Starch held to just 5.8%
Most grain-based concentrates carry double-digit starch. Pur.Muskel comes in at 5.8%, which is why its energy is described as clean rather than fizzy.
Who this is for: horses that get a burst of nervous energy an hour after breakfast.
2. Sugar at 4.1% — no sugar rush in the bucket
Alongside low starch, sugar sits at 4.1%. For a fizzy horse, the combination matters: reduced quick-release carbohydrates means fewer reasons to blow up at the first canter transition.
The benefit: forward energy you can direct.
3. Fat does the work: 15.0% raw fat
Pur.Muskel provides 15.0% raw fat from linseed oil, sunflower seed, and flaxseed, delivering 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy. Fat burns slow and steady — the energy profile most hot horses need.
Who this is for: horses that need calories for work without the excitement.
4. 20% raw protein to build, not buzz
The mix holds 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein and 0.85% lysine — nutrients that build muscle instead of fuel for fireworks. Its https://hoveler-equine-feed-lwsx513.fairmontdigest.com/posts/5-reasons-consistency-minded-owners-feed-hoveler-pur.muskel-every-day stated Functionality is Muscle Building.
The benefit: a stronger topline free of a hotter brain.
5. Small daily amounts, easy to dial back
As a supplementary feed, Pur.Muskel is dosed in grams: 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight in light work, rising to 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) in heavy work. If the horse is a little too forward before a show, the rate is easy to adjust.
Who this is for: owners who want precise control over the ration, not a fixed scoop.
6. Metabolically sensitive breeds in mind
The fact sheet points out Pur.Muskel particularly suits metabolically sensitive breeds — the same horses that often run hot on starch. Magnesium at 0.8% is built into the formulation.
The benefit: a feed built for horses that register everything.
7. Competition safe and FEI-compliant
Hot horses need the identical ration at home and at the venue. Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, made by Höveler in Germany — horse feed since 1905, over 120 years of expertise. Bifid's 24/7 licensed vet team can help you tune the plan, and a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee covers the trial.
Who this is for: competition horses that need calm focus on show day.
How to feed it
Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — never a standalone complete feed. 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. Tune to condition and training intensity, and keep forage alongside throughout.
Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw protein 20%, starch 5.8%, sugar 4.1%, raw fat 15.0%, digestible energy 14.1 MJ/kg — a supplementary feed added to a complete ration. The full label is on the Höveler Pur.Muskel 44 lb bag page.
Set your horse's exact rate with the feeding calculator.
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
Will a low-starch feed leave my hot horse with no energy?
No — Pur.Muskel delivers 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy, but the bulk of it comes from 15.0% raw fat rather than the 5.8% starch. The energy is steady rather than spiky.
How much should I feed?
0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight in medium work. That is a narrow gram range, so changes are simple to make in small steps.
Is it allowed at competitions?
Yes. Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, so show-day rations need no special planning.
Does it contain soy?
Yes — soy flakes are among its protein sources, alongside pea flakes and sweet lupine flakes. It is not soy-free. It is alfalfa-free, with no added vitamins or minerals.