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Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition

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Here you will find more than 6 years of questions and my answers. It is searchable and offers a great deal of information. 

Currently, I am discontinuing new questions. This may change in the future, but in the meantime, please know that It has been a true pleasure serving you. 

Take a look at my Nutrition Library and Tips of the Month for a variety of answers on selected topics. Be sure to sign up for my monthly e-newsletter, Forage for Thought. 

I also have a growing number of recordings on "Teleseminars on Nutrition Topics that Concern You" as well as the new, Spotlight on Equine Nutrition Series -- printed versions of favorite teleseminars.

And finally, look for my articles in a variety of local publications and online newsletters, as well as the Horse Journal, where I am the Contributing Nutrition Editor.  

 

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Kelly
Nov 2, 2007 - 9:30PM
feed

What can you tell me about beardless wheat hay? Is it good alone? Good for a pregnant mare? My horses look and feel better on it than they did on straight grass. Thanks.

Where are you from? Anderson, CA

How did you locate this forum? internet

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Dr. Getty
Nov 6, 2007 - 5:13PM
Re: feed

Hello Kelly,

Beardless wheat hay is generally higher in starch since it is a grain hay. Also, it is relatively low in calcium, which makes it not such a good choice for a pregnant mare. You may want to supplement it with alfalfa for this reason.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

Where are you from? Bayfield, CO

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