Höveler Pur.Muskel: 7 Ways Flax and Linseed Oil Power This Muscle Muesli
Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel carries flaxseed and linseed oil in its ingredient list, and they help power the 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy behind its muscle-support design. It is a supplementary, FEI-compliant muesli at $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.
If you have read that flax belongs in a working horse's bucket, Pur.Muskel already agrees with you. Flaxseed and linseed oil are both in the ingredient list, doing energy work with none of the starch load of grain-based calories. Here are 7 ways they secure their place in this supplementary feed.
1. Flaxseed is a headline ingredient, not a dusting
The ingredient list reads: meadow lyegrass, soy flakes, flaxseed, sweet lupine flakes, sunflower extraction meal, pea flakes, sunflower seed, apple pome, linseed oil, magnesium oxide, sodium chloride, grape seed flour, rosehip. Flaxseed sits third. That is a central position, rather than a trace https://horse-feed-options101.cloudhinter.com/posts/hoveler-pur.muskel-5-reasons-it-delivers-clean-energy-without-the-fizz inclusion.
Who this is for: owners who want flax as a real component of the ration, not a marketing footnote.
2. Linseed oil carries the 15.0% raw fat
Linseed oil is the listed oil in the list, and it is a big reason Pur.Muskel reaches 15.0% raw fat. Fat is a concentrated, low-starch energy source, and that 15.0% figure is what lets the feed deliver 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy while starch holds at just 5.8%.
The benefit: energy-dense feeding without pushing starch or sugar — 4.1%, for the record.
3. Fat-forward energy supports muscle development work
Muscle building runs on steady energy, and Pur.Muskel is formulated for that job: 20% raw protein paired with 15.0% raw fat. Flaxseed and linseed oil sit alongside sunflower seed as the fat contributors. The result supports condition and training work without the sharp edge of high-starch rations.
Who this is for: riders who want lasting energy for longer training sessions and show days.
4. A fit for metabolically sensitive breeds
Because the energy comes largely from fat — 15.0% raw fat, 14.1 MJ/kg digestible — while starch sits at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1%, the flax-forward design suits metabolically sensitive breeds particularly. Höveler formulates this muesli for all horses, with those breeds named specifically.
The benefit: muscle-support calories that fit within a low-starch, low-sugar plan.
5. Flax alongside grape seed flour and rosehip
Flax is not the sole botanical note in the mix. Grape seed flour and rosehip are both in the ingredient list, giving the ration a botanically varied profile that reaches past grains and legumes. It reads like a European muesli because it is one — made in Germany by a firm feeding horses since 1905.
Who this is for: owners who value a thoughtfully composed ingredient list, over 120 years of experience behind it.
6. It stays a supplementary feed in your full plan
Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed, not a complete one. It adds no vitamins or minerals, so the flax and linseed oil come in without micronutrient baggage. Your forage and balancer stay untouched; this layer adds the protein (20%) and fat (15.0%) support for muscle.
The benefit: tidy integration into a custom feeding plan, at $52.99 for a 44 lb bag.
7. Competition safe, season after season
Flax and linseed oil raise no competition concerns, and Pur.Muskel is FEI-compliant. You can keep the ration constant from winter training through show season — which counts, because consistency is what lets any feeding plan show results. bifid backs the first bag with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team for feeding questions.
Who this is for: competitive owners who want one ration for the whole season, with genuine support behind it.
How to feed it
Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed — only ever added to a complete ration with forage alongside. Rates are per 220 lb (100 kg) 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)For example, a 1,000 lb horse in medium work receives 50–80 g daily. Weigh the ration; the ranges are small.
Key specs at a glance: flaxseed + linseed oil, 15.0% raw fat, 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy, 5.8% starch, 4.1% sugar, 44 lb bag, $52.99. The full list and analysis sit on the Höveler Pur.Muskel 44 lb bag page.
Get your horse's exact daily amount with the feeding calculator.
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
Does Höveler Pur.Muskel contain flax?
Yes. Both flaxseed and linseed oil appear in the ingredient list, alongside sunflower seed. They contribute to the feed's 15.0% raw fat.
Why is the fat content so high at 15.0%?
Fat is a dense, low-starch energy source. Linseed oil and sunflower seed help the feed deliver 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy while starch stays at 5.8% — useful for muscle work and metabolically sensitive breeds.
Is flax safe for competition horses?
Yes. Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, so the ration can hold steady through show season.
Is this a complete feed?
No. It is a supplementary feed layered onto a full nutrition plan, with no added vitamins or minerals and forage always kept alongside.
What does a bag cost?
$52.99 for a 44 lb bag through bifid, backed by a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.