Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Dr. Getty - Soooo very happy to have you to ask these questions. Would giving Whiskey Beet Pulp give him energy? He has been on the Ration Plus for 3 weeks know and we are seeing a big difference in his huge belly, it's really gone down like you said it would, but I read on another post that you could add beet pulp for energy. If so, how much?
Where are you from? Illinois
How did you locate this forum? internet
Hi Vicky,
Certainly -- beet pulp is an excellent source of energy (calories) that is safe to feed. You can substitute a similar amount of beet pulp for what you were feeding in grain. You do not need to moisten it. There should be fresh water near by.
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Dr. Getty 