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Struttin

Joint health and lactic acid reduction to support fluid, powerful movement in competition

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Overview

Struttin is a liquid supplement designed to support joint health, reduce lactic acid buildup, and enable more fluid, powerful movement during competition. The manufacturer describes it as helping livestock “power through the competition” with better, more natural movement. Sold in pint ($89), half-gallon ($189), and gallon ($305) sizes.


Manufacturer Specifications

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient%
Crude Protein (min)
Crude Fat (min)
Crude Fiber (max)
Moisture (max)

Note: Guaranteed analysis not available from product page.

Key Ingredients / Active Components

  • Joint health support compounds (specific ingredients not disclosed)
  • Lactic acid reduction agents (specific ingredients not disclosed)

Official Feeding Rate

  • Rate: Not specified on product page
  • Introduction: Not specified
  • Species notes: Show livestock (multi-species implied)

Show Circuit Use

Sources: rulesupplements.com/products/struttin

How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It

Struttin is used in the weeks leading up to a show and on show day to ensure animals move freely and powerfully in the ring. Stiff or labored movement is a common problem in heavily conditioned show lambs — the lactic acid reduction component is specifically aimed at helping animals that fatigue quickly under the pressure of showmanship.

Real-World Feeding Rate

  • Typical rate: Not found in available sources
  • Introduction timeline: Not specified

Common Deviations from Label

No data found.

Breed-Specific Notes

No breed-specific notes found. Leg movement and ring presence are critical in showmanship and confirmation classes across all breeds.


Phase Protocols

Weeks 5–3 | Fill & Shaping Phase

Begin Struttin if joint stiffness or movement issues are observed. Earlier introduction allows cumulative joint support to build before the show.

Weeks 2–1 | Final Prep Phase

Continue. Movement quality is actively assessed during legging-up sessions in this phase.

Show Week (Days 5–1)

Continue. Joint support and lactic acid reduction are particularly valuable as animals are exercised in unfamiliar pens and handled repeatedly.

Show Day

Use as directed for peak ring performance.


Stacking Protocols

With OPTIWIZE: OPTIWIZE focuses on structural joint/tendon repair; Struttin focuses on performance and lactic acid during competition — complementary targets. With Flex Appeal: Flex Appeal adds energy density; Struttin addresses movement quality — natural combination for the final prep phase.


Budget Alternatives

Generic MSM or glucosamine/chondroitin supplements can address joint health at lower cost. Show-specific competitors include MoorMan’s ShowTec Moorflex.


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Pairs Well With

  • OPTIWIZE
  • Flex Appeal
  • Race Day

Direct Substitutes

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

ProductBrandFormBudgetFeeding Rate
EquexEssential Show Feeds
Liquid
Premium
OptiWize Collagen +Plus LivestockOptiWize Inc.
Powder
Premium1/2 tsp (50 lb animal) – 3 scoops (1200 lb animal)
Lubrisyn™ LVSHyalogic (LubriSyn)
Liquid
Premium10 ml/day – 20 ml/day (first 7 days or pre-show)
MoorMan's® ShowTec® MoorFlex (Sheep/Goat)MoorMan's ShowTec
Powder
Mid-Range2 oz/day – 4 oz/day
Show-Rite Rite Flex®Show-Rite
Pellet
Mid-Range2 oz/day

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