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Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition

   Welcome to my forum. 

Here you will find more than 6 years of questions and my answers. It is searchable and offers a great deal of information. 

Currently, I am discontinuing new questions. This may change in the future, but in the meantime, please know that It has been a true pleasure serving you. 

Take a look at my Nutrition Library and Tips of the Month for a variety of answers on selected topics. Be sure to sign up for my monthly e-newsletter, Forage for Thought. 

I also have a growing number of recordings on "Teleseminars on Nutrition Topics that Concern You" as well as the new, Spotlight on Equine Nutrition Series -- printed versions of favorite teleseminars.

And finally, look for my articles in a variety of local publications and online newsletters, as well as the Horse Journal, where I am the Contributing Nutrition Editor.  

 

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 Dr. Getty 

 

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Cajun
Sep 9, 2004 - 5:33PM
Is Calf Manna a good weight gain supplement?

Hi Doc i had a friend of mine ask me about Calf Manna what is your insight on this product what do you think of it as a way to put weight on your horse with supplements. Tell me what you think thanks as always Cajun.

Where are you from? Arizona

How did you locate this forum? by surfing the web by accident!

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Dr. Getty
Sep 9, 2004 - 5:34PM
Re: Is Calf Manna a good weight gain supplement?

Hi Cajun,

This product is very high in carbohydrates, particularly from corn. Corn is not well digested in the small intestine, and therefore, is more likely to end up in the hind gut, where problems with the bacterial flora can occur.

This supplement is best used for other animals, not horses.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

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