Dyne® High Calorie Liquid
PetAg high-calorie liquid supplement with soybean oil, milk protein, B vitamins, and vitamins A/D/E/C for energy, intake, and bloom
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
Dyne® is a PetAg high-calorie liquid supplement built on soybean oil, dried skimmed milk, soy protein isolate, and propylene glycol with a full B vitamin complex and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D3, E, C). At nearly 50% fat per fl oz, it delivers concentrated calories in a small volume. Commonly top-dressed on feed or administered directly. Widely used in show circuits as an easy-to-add energy booster and intake stimulant.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis (per 1 fl oz / 30 ml)
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 1.9% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 48.3% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 0.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 18.0% |
| Vitamin A (min) | 1,790 IU |
| Vitamin D (min) | 186 IU |
| Vitamin C (min) | 175 mg |
| Vitamin E (min) | 4.5 IU |
| Thiamine (min) | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin (min) | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin (min) | 0.18 mg |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Soybean oil — primary fat source
- Dried skimmed milk — palatability and milk-based energy
- Soy protein isolate
- Propylene glycol — energy and intake support
- B vitamin complex (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, B6, folic acid, B12)
- Polysorbate 80, gum arabic, pectin citrus — emulsifiers
- Artificial vanilla flavor
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate (sheep/goats):
- Weaned lambs/kids: 1/2 oz (1 Tbsp) 3x/day
- 3–12 months: 1 oz (2 Tbsp) 3x/day
- Over 12 months: 1 1/2 oz (3 Tbsp) 3x/day
- Introduction: Top-dress on feed or administer directly
- Species notes: Multi-species livestock supplement
Show Circuit Use
Sources: petag.com, pbsanimalhealth.com, umbargershowfeeds.com
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Dyne is one of the most widely available and affordable energy supplements in the show livestock world. Feeders add it to feed to drive intake in animals that are off feed or slow eaters, or to add a quick energy boost. The vanilla flavor makes it palatable to most animals. Used throughout the program at lower doses and ramped up in the final weeks.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: 1 oz (2 Tbsp) 3x/day for growing show lambs; sometimes added to water
- Introduction timeline: Can be started at any phase; often used from project start for thin animals
Common Deviations from Label
Some feeders mix Dyne into drinking water rather than top-dressing — not specifically a label recommendation but common in practice.
Breed-Specific Notes
No breed-specific notes found.
Phase Protocols
Weeks 12–9 | Foundation Phase
Start for thin animals or slow eaters at weaned lamb rate. Builds energy intake early.
Weeks 8–6 | Condition Building Phase
Continue; can increase to 1 oz 3x/day for growing lambs.
Weeks 5–3 | Fill & Shaping Phase
Continue or reduce if animal is gaining adequate condition without extra energy.
Weeks 2–1 | Final Prep Phase
Maintain or use situationally for appetite stimulation heading into the show.
Show Week (Days 5–1)
Use to maintain intake when animals may be stressed or off feed at the show venue.
Stacking Protocols
Compatible with all program supplements. A low-cost, high-palatability background supplement. Can be added to the water bucket at shows for intake encouragement.
Budget Alternatives
- Soybean oil (commodity) — achieves similar caloric density at much lower cost; lacks the vitamin stack and palatability profile
Community Tips
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Pairs Well With
- Umbarger Lamb 19%
- Umbarger Sure Champ Extreme
- Umbarger Bulletproof