Höveler Pur.Muskel: 9 Reasons It Fits Leisure Horses
Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration — 20% raw protein and 15.0% raw fat for condition and muscle, with starch at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1% so a weekend horse stays level-headed. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.
Leisure owners share one quiet worry: their horse is not in hard work, but they still want good muscle tone, a healthy shine, and a feed that does not turn the weekend ride into a rodeo. Pur.Muskel was developed to add targeted support to a full ration — even at light work rates. Nine reasons it suits the leisure horse.
1. Light-work rates that stay genuinely small
A leisure horse gets the light-work rate: 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight daily. Because the mix holds 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy, small amounts go a long way.
Who this is for: horses ridden a few times a week that still merit targeted nutrition.
2. 20% raw protein holds muscle tone
Muscle tone quietly slips on semi-retired and lightly ridden horses. 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 added to a complete ration.
The benefit: a topline that stays put between rides.
3. Low starch, low sugar — the level-headed profile
Starch sits at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1%, with energy from 15.0% raw fat instead. That profile is formulated for metabolically sensitive breeds and fits horses and ponies that sharpen up on grain.
Who this is for: family horses that need to stay sensible for every rider in the household.
4. Gentle on the stomach
The mix is gentle on the stomach, with 18.7% crude fiber and clearly named fiber sources — meadow lyegrass, flaxseed, and apple pome among the ingredients.
Who this is for: horses that have gone off feed or fussed on richer mixes in the past.
5. No added vitamins or minerals — it fits any simple plan
Pur.Muskel contains no added vitamins or minerals and is alfalfa-free, so it fits into a custom ration beside a balancer and good forage without repeating anything.
The benefit: you stay in control of the whole plan.
6. A muesli picky eaters finish
This is a pellet mix — a muesli — with appealing named ingredients: soy flakes, pea flakes, sweet lupine flakes, sunflower seed, and rosehip. Picky eaters tend to lick the bucket.
Who this is for: owners tired of powdered supplements sifted to the bottom of the tub.
7. Made in Germany with 120 years behind it
Höveler has made horse feed since 1905 — over 120 years of expertise, made in Germany. Pur.Muskel is a European craft product sold with American service, supported from bifid's US operation in Florida.
The benefit: heritage you can check, not a claim you have to trust.
8. Coat and condition from the ingredient list
Flaxseed and linseed oil bring fat to the ration, and 15.0% raw fat shows where owners notice it: coat bloom and holding condition. Grape seed flour and rosehip complete the mix.
Who this is for: horses that look a little dull going into spring.
9. A small price for a premium trial
Pur.Muskel costs $52.99 for a 44 lb bag and rates 4.55 from 2 reviews. Bifid backs the purchase with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team, and the store rates 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews. The full label is on the product page.
Who this is for: leisure owners trying a premium addition for the first time.
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 50–80 g daily. Most leisure horses sit at the light-work rate — the gram-scale rates are small, so measure them and adjust to condition. The feeding calculator works out the daily amount for your horse.
Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw protein 20%, raw fat 15.0%, starch 5.8%, sugar 4.1% — a supplementary feed added to a complete ration.
https://high-energy-feed-for-horses-enwl199.brightpathdigest.com/posts/hoveler-pur.muskel-7-reasons-it-s-a-top-muscle-building-feed-for-the-sport-horse-in-regular-workWhat 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 right for a horse in light work?
Yes — the light-work rate is 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight a day. It is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration, with forage as the foundation.
Will it make my leisure horse fresh?
Starch is held at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1%, with energy from 15.0% raw fat instead. That profile is designed for metabolically sensitive breeds and calm temperaments.
Does it help with muscle tone and coat?
It supports muscle development with 20% raw protein, and the 15.0% raw fat from flaxseed and linseed oil shows in coat and condition.
Does it contain soy?
Yes — soy flakes are a core protein source, so it is not 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 behind it.