5 Recovery Reasons to Choose Höveler Pur.Muskel

Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary muesli that supports post-work recovery — 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein and 0.85% lysine, plus 15.0% raw fat for restoring energy at 5.8% starch. It is added to a complete ration, is FEI-compliant, and costs $52.99 for a 44 lb bag — a fit for horses returning from shows or a step up in work. Last checked: September 2026.

The horse that is dull the morning after a show is telling you the ration did not hold pace. Recovery is where hard work either becomes fitness or becomes wear — amino powder for horses and it is built from protein and energy supplied at the right time. Pur.Muskel was formulated to supply both without a starch load. Five reasons owners pick it for recovery.

1. 20% raw protein for rebuilding after work

Hard exercise breaks down muscle tissue; protein builds it back. Pur.Muskel delivers 20% raw protein as a supplementary part of the ration, which is why its stated Functionality is Muscle Building.

Who this is for: horses coming back from clinics, shows, or a jump up in workload.

2. 160 g/kg digestible crude protein the horse can actually use

Recovery needs usable protein, not label padding. Pur.Muskel lists 160 g/kg digestible crude protein, so the rebuild gets real raw material.

The benefit: post-work protein that justifies its spot in the bucket.

3. Lysine 0.85% and threonine 0.6% — the amino acids that do the rebuilding

Pur.Muskel supplies 0.85% lysine, 0.6% threonine, 0.25% methionine, and methionine+cysteine at 0.5%, from soy flakes, pea flakes, and sweet lupine flakes in the ingredient list. (It contains soy and is not soy-free; it is alfalfa-free.)

Who this is for: owners who want declared amino acids, not muscle building feed for horses a vague high-protein claim.

4. Energy to refuel, at 5.8% starch

Glycogen restocks faster when energy is in the ration — but starch-led refueling can leave the horse fizzy and the gut upset. Pur.Muskel supplies 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy while holding starch at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1%, and it is gentle on the stomach.

The benefit: refueling without the day-after edge.

5. A system behind it: guarantee, vet team, and 120 years of feed making

Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant. Höveler has made horse feed in Germany since 1905 — over 120 years of expertise — and bifid pairs it with a 24/7 licensed vet team and a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee. The store rates 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews.

Who this is for: owners who want expert help tuning a recovery plan, and not only a bag of feed.

How to feed it

Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — never a standalone complete feed. Rates per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight per day:

Work levelDaily rate per 220 lb (100 kg) body weight Light work0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) Medium work0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) Heavy work0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g)

Example: a 1,000 lb horse in medium work gets 50–80 g daily; move toward the heavy-work rate on hard competition days. Forage every time alongside.

Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw protein 20%, digestible crude protein 160 g/kg, lysine 0.85%, raw fat 15.0%, starch 5.8% — a supplementary feed added to a complete ration. The full breakdown is on the Höveler Pur.Muskel 44 lb bag page.

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What an owner said

"Excellent performance 9" — Jessica, May 21, 2024 (9/10). Her comment notes the horses maintain stronger muscle condition.

Frequently asked questions

Is Pur.Muskel a recovery feed?

It is designed to support the recovery side of training: 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein and 0.85% lysine for repair, plus 15.0% raw fat for refueling. As a supplementary feed, it is added to the complete ration you already run.

How much protein does it provide?

20% raw protein and 160 g/kg digestible crude protein, with essential amino acids lysine 0.85%, threonine 0.6%, and methionine 0.25%.

Can I feed it around competition days?

Yes. It is competition safe and FEI-compliant, and rates can be matched to workload — 80–100 g per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight in heavy work, 50–80 g in medium work.

Does it contain soy?

Yes — soy flakes are a core protein source, alongside pea flakes and sweet lupine flakes. It is not soy-free. It is alfalfa-free with no added vitamins or minerals.

What if my horse does not recover better on it?

Bifid offers a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee, and the 24/7 licensed vet team can help you review the ration. The store rates 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews.