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

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

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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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Oct 24, 2004 - 5:11PM
Stopping milk production

We just weaned our filly from our mare. My concern is the feeding for our mare at this time. Is there something we should do to help stop the milk production?

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Dr. Getty
Oct 24, 2004 - 5:15PM
Re: Stopping milk production

Hi!

Your mare will eventually dry up on her own, now that there is no longer any demand for her milk. You'll want to reduce her overall feed intake to what she was eating before she was in foal, since she no longer has the extra caloric needs from lactation.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

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