Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Suzanne,
Yes, you are correct about founder and carbohydrates –they do go hand-in-hand. I recommend Nutrena’s SafeChoice or Triple Crown’s Low Starch – both are excellent.
Or, if you prefer, you can mix your own diet with beet pulp, alfalfa, and stabilized rice bran. Add a good multiple vitamin/mineral formula and you’re set. If your horse has special needs, you may also wish to consider some other supplementation.
All the best,
Dr. Getty
