Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Juanita,
Your diet is low in starch and high in fat, which is fine. Additional lysine would help, since grass hay is low in this essential amino acid.
It is also important to include an overall, comprehensive vitamin/mineral supplement. One that is flaxseed meal based, such as Glanzen, is worth considering since it would provide omega 3 fatty acids (rice bran is too low in omega 3s to be of value).
All the best,
Dr. Getty
Where are you from? Bayfield, CO