Umbarger Show Shake
Concentrated energy, protein, electrolyte, and vitamin supplement for stressed livestock during shows and travel
Always read and follow product labels for feeding and sheep safety.
Overview
Umbarger Show Shake is a concentrated powder supplement providing energy, protein, electrolytes, and vitamins for livestock under show-week stress. It is designed to keep animals on feed and show-ready during the demanding period of travel, pen changes, and competition. Available in 3 lb and 25 lb buckets.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
Not available — not confirmed from manufacturer or retailer sources.
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Concentrated energy, protein, electrolytes, and vitamins
- Full ingredient list on product tag
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: Not confirmed — bucket sizes suggest mixing with water or top-dressing; exact rate not found
- Introduction: Show week and show day
- Species notes: Livestock; sold on sheep/goat supplement page
Show Circuit Use
Sources: umbargershowfeeds.com/sheep-additives-supplements/
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Used in the show week and show day window when stress-related intake depression is a concern. The energy/electrolyte profile supports animals that are off water or off feed at a show due to travel and environmental stress.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: Not confirmed from available sources
- Introduction timeline: Show week only; not a daily program supplement
Common Deviations from Label
No deviations available — insufficient data.
Breed-Specific Notes
No breed-specific notes found.
Phase Protocols
Show Week (Days 5–1)
Primary use window. Mix per label and administer when stress-related intake depression is observed.
Show Day
Use as needed for animals showing low energy or off-feed behavior before ring time.
Stacking Protocols
Compatible with show-day protocol supplements. Does not replace a hydration product — combine with water access.
Budget Alternatives
- Sunglo 4-Sure — comparable electrolyte/vitamin show-week supplement with more confirmed specs
Community Tips
Reserved for verified community submissions — do not populate during initial documentation.
Pairs Well With
- Umbarger Bulletproof
- Umbarger Sure Champ Extreme
Direct Substitutes
Products that do the same job at the same point in the program — compare alternatives across brands in the directory.
| Product | Brand | Form | Budget | Feeding Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Show Road Super Charge B12 Paste | Sullivan's | Paste | Mid-Range | 5cc before travel and 5cc at arrival/weigh-in (sheep/goats) – 5cc per application (sheep/goats) |
| 3 Hours Out | Rule Supplements | Liquid | Budget | — |
Sources
- https://umbargershowfeeds.com/sheep-additives-supplements/ (manufacturer)