16% Sheep and Goat Pellet
General-purpose medicated pellet for growing sheep and goats — 16% protein growing/maintenance ration; Decoquinate for coccidiosis prevention
Always read and follow the product label for feeding directions and copper safety before feeding to sheep.
Overview
The 16% Sheep and Goat Pellet is Hi-Pro’s general-purpose growing ration for sheep and goats — a medicated, 16% protein pellet with Decoquinate for coccidiosis prevention. It is not marketed as a show-specific product, but functions as a growing-phase base in show programs, particularly as an economical option or when the Apex line is unavailable. Notable for its very high Vitamin A fortification (19,000 IU/lb — among the highest in the database). Copper is listed at 9–10 ppm, which falls within the standard documented safe range for sheep but is at the upper end of that range; confirmation from Hi-Pro is advisable before use in a sheep-only program.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 16.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 3.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 16.5% |
| Calcium (min/max) | 1.0% / 1.5% |
| Salt (min/max) | 0.5% / 1.0% |
| Copper (min/max) | 9.0 / 10.0 ppm |
| Vitamin A (min) | 19,000 IU/lb |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
| Component | Role |
|---|---|
| Decoquinate (27 g/ton) | Coccidiosis prevention — no withdrawal period |
| Vitamin A (19,000 IU/lb) | Immune support, growth, vision — very high fortification level |
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 3.0–4.0% of body weight per day
- Example: 60 lb lamb → 1.8–2.4 lb/day; 90 lb lamb → 2.7–3.6 lb/day
- Species notes: Sheep and goats
- Medication: Feed during periods of coccidiosis exposure; maintain for 28+ days continuously
Ca:P Ratio
Calcium 1.0–1.5% / Phosphorus not listed → Phosphorus value not confirmed. Ca:P cannot be calculated. Flag for review.
Show Circuit Use
Sources: hiprofeeds.com manufacturer page only
Primary Role
This is a background growing ration — used in show programs primarily as an economical base when the Apex line isn’t the right fit, or as a feed used by breeders before lambs enter a show feeding program. It is not show-specific in its marketing. No show circuit use documentation found.
Phase Protocols
Growing Phase (Weeks 12–6 Before Show)
- Rate: 3.0–4.0% of body weight
- Purpose: Provide 16% protein growing ration with coccidiosis prevention; high Vitamin A fortification may benefit immune status during show circuit stress
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Direct Substitutes
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