Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Joyce,
A probiotic is generally a mixture of bacteria and enzymes that help a horse maintain a healthy bacterial flora inside the hind gut. There are several on the market – ProBios is one that is popular. You can purchase a probiotic at your local feed store or on line. You’ll want to offer this every day until his stools are normal, and then once each week.
Hope this is helpful. Let me know if you have any other questions. That’s why I’m here.
Dr. Getty