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Rival Elite Show Lamb

Complete textured show lamb base feed with Decoquinate for coccidiosis prevention, formulated and enhanced with Rule Supplements nutrition

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Overview

Rival Elite Show Lamb is the complete base feed from Rival Show Feeds — the sister feed brand to Rule Supplements, co-developed using Rule Supplements’ nutritional expertise. The feed is designed to meet all growth stages in show lambs and is enhanced with cutting-edge Rule Supplements nutrition. It contains Decoquinate, a medication to help prevent coccidiosis. Rule Sheep Company uses this feed on their own family’s show lambs and with elite customers, claiming national-level success.


Manufacturer Specifications

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient%
Crude Protein (min)17.1
Crude Fat (min)3.9
Crude Fiber (max)9.2
Moisture (max)

Key Ingredients / Active Components

  • Decoquinate (coccidiostat — medicated)
  • Enhanced with Rule Supplements nutritional profile
  • Textured feed format (not a pelleted product)
  • Specific ingredient list not fully available from web research

Official Feeding Rate

  • Rate: Not specified in available sources
  • Introduction: Not specified
  • Species notes: Show lambs — all growth stages

Show Circuit Use

Sources: averysureshotranch.com/rival-show-feeds, rulesupplements.com/pages/rival-show-feeds

How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It

Rival Elite Show Lamb is used as the base feed in the Rule Supplements feeding system. The recommended starter program is: Rival Elite Show Lamb + The Formula + THICC + TotalCare Sheep. Rule Sheep Company uses it internally with their show lambs, giving it credibility with feeders who trust the Rule pedigree in club lamb genetics.

Real-World Feeding Rate

  • Typical rate: Not found in available sources
  • Introduction timeline: Fed from the beginning of the show program

Common Deviations from Label

No data found.

Breed-Specific Notes

No breed-specific notes found. Positioned for all show lamb breeds.


Phase Protocols

Weeks 12–9 | Foundation Phase

Primary base feed throughout the entire program. Transition gradually from previous feed if switching.

Weeks 8–6 | Condition Building Phase

Continue as base feed. Layer Rule Supplements topdress products over it.

Weeks 5–3 | Fill & Shaping Phase

Continue as base feed. Dial feed amounts in coordination with supplement stack.

Weeks 2–1 | Final Prep Phase

Continue as base feed. Reduce grain amounts if needed for freshness while increasing supplement products like Race Day.

Show Week (Days 5–1)

Continue as base; manage amounts carefully for fill control.


Stacking Protocols

Core Rule Supplements stack: Rival Elite Show Lamb + The Formula + THICC + TotalCare Sheep as the foundational starting point for any new show project. Caution: Contains Decoquinate — a medicated feed. Confirm withdrawal period and compliance with specific show association rules before feeding in the final weeks of the show program.


Budget Alternatives

Other show lamb base feeds (Show-Rite, Umbarger, Evolution, Kalmbach) are widely available. Rival Elite Show Lamb is differentiated by its integration with the Rule Supplements supplement line and the Rule Sheep Company pedigree.


Community Tips

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Pairs Well With

  • The Formula
  • THICC
  • TotalCare Sheep
  • Sasquatch

Direct Substitutes

Products that do the same job at the same point in the program — compare alternatives across brands in the directory.

ProductBrandFormBudgetFeeding Rate
Essential 417Essential Show Feeds
Extruded Nugget
Mid-Range1 lb per head per feeding
Lamb Grower 2000Hi-Pro Feeds
Textured
Mid-Range0.60 lb/head/day (per 30 lbs body weight) – Variable by weight — see rate formula
Essential 330Essential Show Feeds
Pellet
Mid-Range

Sources