Höveler Pur.Muskel: 9 Reasons Trail Riders Choose It

Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy for long miles, 20% raw protein for condition, and starch at 5.8% to keep the ride uneventful in the best way. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.

Trail owners feed for a simple outcome: a horse that handles the miles steadily, holds condition, and comes home the same horse it was that left. Pur.Muskel was designed to add fat-based energy and muscle support to a full ration in small amounts. Nine reasons trail riders pick it.

1. Steady energy from 15.0% raw fat

Miles reward fat calories, not starch. Pur.Muskel holds 15.0% raw fat with linseed oil in the ingredient list, delivering 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy (11.9 MJ metabolizable) that the working horse can draw on evenly.

Who this is for: horses that fade on the last hour of a long ride.

2. 5.8% starch and 4.1% sugar for a sane saddle-up

Trail rides ought to start boring. Starch sits at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1% — a profile designed for metabolically sensitive breeds, and part of why the mix is gentle on the stomach.

The benefit: the same temperament you see on a quiet day, on a riding day.

3. 20% raw protein holds condition between rides

Weekend mileage quietly wears condition. Pur.Muskel supplies 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein — Muscle Building is its rated Functionality, and it is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration.

Who this is for: horses that come back from a big ride looking tucked up.

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 — no alfalfa in the mix.

Who this is for: owners who read ingredient panels rather than marketing.

5. Gentle on the stomach, fiber in the mix

The formula carries 18.7% crude fiber with meadow lyegrass, flaxseed, and apple pome among the ingredients, and it is easy on the digestive system — a fair point on rides where feed timing is rarely perfect.

The benefit: a supplementary feed that does not fight the digestive system.

6. No added vitamins or minerals — your plan stays yours

Pur.Muskel contains no added vitamins or minerals, so it fits into a custom ration beside your balancer and forage without repeating anything.

Who this is for: owners who run a deliberate supplement program.

7. A muesli picky eaters finish in camp and at home

This is a pellet mix — a muesli — with sunflower seed, rosehip, and grape seed flour among the listed ingredients. Picky eaters usually clean it up.

Who this is for: horses that sort out the powder in the bucket.

8. Small rates even at heavy work

Because the mix is energy-dense, even heavy work takes just 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight daily. Trail horses in light work need only 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g).

The benefit: a 44 lb bag stretches across a season of weekend riding.

9. A premium addition at $52.99 with backup behind it

Pur.Muskel rates 4.55 from 2 reviews and costs $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Bifid backs the purchase with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team; the store rates 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews, and Höveler has made horse feed in Germany since 1905. The product page has the full label.

Who this is for: trail owners adding one premium piece to an otherwise straightforward ration.

How to feed it

Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — never a standalone complete feed, with forage always the foundation. 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 https://sites.google.com/view/horse-muscle-supplement/ 50–80 g daily. The gram-scale rates are small — measure them and adjust to condition and ride schedule. The feeding calculator works out the daily amount for your horse.

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

"Noticeable difference in stamina" — Jessica, March 14, 2019. Rated Quality 4, Value 5, and Price 4.

Frequently asked questions

Is Pur.Muskel good for trail horses?

Yes — it supports long, steady work with 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy, while starch stays at 5.8%. It is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration.

Will it make my trail horse fresh?

Energy comes from fat instead of starch — starch is 5.8% and sugar 4.1%. That profile is formulated for metabolically sensitive breeds and calm rides.

Does it help a horse hold condition over the season?

It supports muscle and condition with 20% raw protein and 160 g/kg digestible crude protein. Most trail horses sit at the light-work rate of 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight.

Does it contain soy?

Yes — soy flakes are a main protein source, so it is never soy-free. It is alfalfa-free with no added vitamins or minerals.

What does it cost?

$52.99 for a 44 lb bag, with bifid's 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team standing behind the purchase.