|
Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
Welcome to my forum. Feel free to post a comment or question. I will be happy to address your concerns regarding your horses' health. It may take as long as a week to get back to you, but I will respond to your question. Thank you for your patience.
|
|
| Return to Website | ||
 First |
 Prev |
 Reply |
 Home |
Next  |
Last  |
| Viewing Page 1 of 1 (Total Posts: 5) |
| Author | Comment |
Pam
 IP: 70.182.53.91 Jun 25, 08 - 7:33 PM |
Hard Keeper
My mini stallion has reached a plateau on Ration Plus and Glanzen, along with the alfalfa, SafeChoice, bermuda and beet pulp and I'm considering changing his Safe Choice to Ultium. Do you think Hard Keeper with the SC would be a better route to go. He needs about another 10 - 15lbs on him before he hits the shows. Such a great web site you have..I'm so grateful to be able to glean so much from you and the others here. Pam 
|
|
Dr. Getty
IP: 66.118.192.138 Jun 27th, 2008 - 9:56 PM |
Re: Hard Keeper
Hi Pat, Purina Ultium would be a much better choice since it has 12% fat, compared to 7% in the Safe Choice. So try the Purina Ultium first. Then, after 3 weeks, if there's no weight change, add some rice bran oil to his meals -- start small -- say, 1 tablespoon per meal. And build up to 1/4 cup per meal. See how that goes over the next 6 to 8 weeks and keep me posted. All the best, Dr. Getty 
|
|
Dr. Getty
IP: 66.118.192.138 Jun 27th, 2008 - 9:57 PM |
Re: Hard Keeper
I'm sorry, Pam -- I got your name wrong.  My apologies. Dr. Getty 
|
|
Pam
IP: 70.182.53.91 Aug 17th, 2008 - 10:42 PM |
Re: Hard Keeper
Dr. Getty, I wanted to report back that I've been really pleased with the Ultium. My miniature stallion put on the weight I wanted and has held it during heavy training. It hasn't made him "hot" at all as so many thought it might. Thanks again for your help!! Pam |
|
Dr. Getty
IP: 66.118.192.138 Aug 21st, 2008 - 7:22 AM |
Re: Hard Keeper
Hi Pam, That is excellent news. Thank you for letting me know. All the best, Dr. Getty
|
| First |
Prev |
Reply |
Home |
Next |
Last |
bravenet.com
Dr. Getty