Purina High Octane Supplements for Show Hogs
Targeted Nutrition for Weight Management, Muscle Shape, Bloom, and Consistent Performance
Understanding Purina High Octane Show Supplements
Feeding show hogs is a game of timing and control. Weight limits, muscle expression, bloom, and fill all have to come together at the right moment. Once pigs get off track, it can be difficult to fix issues quickly without creating new ones.
That’s where Purina High Octane® show supplements come in.
The High Octane line is a group of targeted supplements designed to help exhibitors fine-tune specific traits without completely overhauling their feeding program. Instead of switching feeds every time a pig changes, these supplements allow small, intentional adjustments based on what the pig needs right now. That might be slowing weight gain, improving muscle shape, adding bloom, or keeping intake steady through stress.
While many High Octane supplements can be used across species, show hog feeding is its own animal. Weight management and consistency matter more in hogs than in any other species. That’s why this guide focuses specifically on how High Octane products are used in real-world show pig programs.
If you’re raising other species, you can jump to those guides here:
Show Cattle – CLICK HERE
Show Goats – CLICK HERE
Show Lambs – CLICK HERE
Rockingham Cooperative Show Team Support for Hog Exhibitors
Show hog projects often move quickly, and decisions around feed changes, holding weight, or pushing bloom can’t wait. Through the Rockingham Cooperative Show Team, hog exhibitors and their families have access to feeding insight, educational resources, and hands-on support tailored to youth livestock projects. The Show Team helps families understand how to manage growth, muscle, and finish while staying within weight limits and preparing for show day. From early feeding strategy to final weigh-ins, these resources are designed to help exhibitors make confident, informed decisions throughout the project. Learn more at https://www.rockinghamcoop.com/show-team.
What Judges Look for in Show Hogs
Before diving into supplements, it’s important to frame the goal.
In the show ring, judges are evaluating hogs on:
Muscle shape and expression
Width and depth through the body
Appropriate finish and bloom
Structural correctness and balance
Overall freshness and ring presence
The challenge is managing rate of gain without losing muscle or fill. Pigs that grow too fast risk missing weight limits. Pigs held too hard lose bloom and shape. Successful feeding programs strike a balance.
Where High Octane Supplements Work for Show Hogs
Purina’s targeted supplement chart for swine shows how High Octane products support fill, muscle development, bloom, weight management, and digestive health. These supplements are used strategically based on stage of growth, body condition, and proximity to show day.
Below is how these products fit into a practical show hog feeding program.
Managing Weight While Maintaining Shape
Powerfill®
Powerfill is one of the most valuable tools in a show hog program. It’s designed as an overall weight management tool, allowing pigs to be held without losing muscle shape or fill.
Powerfill is commonly used:
When pigs are gaining too fast
When exhibitors need to slow growth to hit weight limits
As a partial or complete ration during holding periods
Because Powerfill is high in protein and fiber, pigs stay full and expressive while rate of gain is reduced. This helps maintain a show-ready look even when feed intake is restricted.
Supporting Muscle Development and Shape
Champion Drive™
Champion Drive is a high-protein supplement designed to support lean muscle development while staying fat-cover neutral. It helps hogs express shape through the top and hindquarter without pushing excessive finish.
Champion Drive is commonly used:
Mid-feeding period to build muscle
On pigs that need more shape and power
When muscle needs improvement without increasing fat
Fitter® 35 and Fitter® 52
The Fitter supplements allow exhibitors to adjust muscle expression and body fat levels.
Fitter 35 is often used to tighten pigs and sharpen muscle
Fitter 52 is used when more aggressive muscle development and fat optimization are needed
Both are effective tools when pigs are getting soft or losing muscle definition.
Enhancing Fill and Body Dimension
Ultra Full®
Ultra Full is designed to support lower body fill and expansion without adding fat. It helps hogs look deeper and fuller through the middle, especially during holding periods.
Ultra Full is commonly used:
When pigs are limit-fed
When fill and appearance need improvement
Late in the feeding cycle to maintain show presence
Depth Charge®
Depth Charge supports fill and volume using digestible fiber sources that help hogs maintain a full appearance for show day. It also supports feed intake during stressful periods.
Depth Charge works well:
When pigs need added fill without weight gain
During holding or slow-growth phases
In combination with muscle-focused supplements
Adding Bloom and Body Condition
Golden Ticket®
Golden Ticket supports bloom and growth while helping hogs maintain intake during stress. It’s commonly used to soften pigs slightly and improve overall appearance without sacrificing muscle shape.
Golden Ticket is often added:
In the final weeks before show
When pigs look flat or stale
When added freshness and bloom are needed
Power Fuel® Extreme
Power Fuel Extreme is an energy-dense supplement designed to support body condition and fat cover. It’s used when hogs need additional calories to maintain finish or bloom.
This supplement is typically used:
When pigs are behind on condition
During colder weather or high-energy demand periods
Carefully, to avoid pushing pigs overweight
Heavy Weight®
Heavy Weight is a high-fat supplement used to support rapid weight gain and bloom. It’s most commonly used when hogs need extra condition late in the feeding period.
Heavy Weight is commonly used:
On hard-keeping pigs
Late in the feeding cycle
When added cover and bloom are needed
Supporting Digestive Comfort and Intake
Alleviate®
Alleviate is designed to support proper stomach pH and digestive comfort, helping reduce the risk of ulcers and intake disruptions. Digestive stress is common in show hogs, especially during hauling and ration changes.
Alleviate is commonly used:
During travel and shows
When pigs back off feed
When digestive stress is a concern
Hogs that feel better stay on feed, maintain fill, and perform more consistently.
Putting It All Together in a Show Hog Feeding Program
High Octane supplements allow exhibitors to make controlled adjustments instead of drastic feed changes that can create new problems.
A typical show hog approach looks like:
Early feeding: establish growth and structure
Mid feeding: build muscle and shape
Late feeding: manage weight, fill, and bloom
Show season: control stress, intake, and appearance
The most successful hog projects come from watching rate of gain closely and adjusting early, not scrambling late.
Final Thoughts for Show Hog Families
Purina High Octane supplements give show hog exhibitors flexibility and control in one of the most challenging species to manage. These targeted tools help balance muscle, fill, bloom, and weight so pigs peak at the right time and stay within show limits.
Rockingham Cooperative is your locally-owned source for Purina High Octane® show supplements, and our team is here to help you build a feeding strategy that fits your pig and your timeline. Whether you’re trying to slow gain, add muscle, or fine-tune bloom before show day, stop by and talk with us about your project. We’re proud to support youth livestock exhibitors and help set your hog up to look its best when it matters most. Your Locally-Owned Show Feed Store.