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Hi Lisa,
There is a company called Poulin Grain that makes a new feed called Equi-Pro Carb Safe Complete. You might consider trying this one. I believe it is available in your area.
In addition to this feed, I strongly recommend giving your overweight horse a product called "Quiessence" -- this is a magnesium supplement that is very helpful with insulin resistance (which most overweight horses suffer from, which is why you want to feed a low starch feed). You can read more about Quiessence at this address: http://gettyequinenutrition.biz/products/quiessence.htm
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Dr. Getty 