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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. 

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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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Pam S
May 25, 2008 - 8:19PM
Foal's first feed

Hi Dr Getty,

My mare Penny's new filly is 1 month old and is sharing her mom's hay. I'm feeding the mare all the hay she'll eat- 50/50 coastal and alfalfa, plus pasture all day, and Mare & Foal II-P. Is the baby getting all the vitamins she needs through milk, or should she have her own little dose? If so, how much should she have?

Thanks for all your help.

Where are you from? Poolville TX

How did you locate this forum? Horse DDS

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May 25th, 2008 - 8:19 PM
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Dr. Getty
May 29, 2008 - 7:42AM
Re: Foal's first feed

Hi Pam,

Yes, it would be worthwhile to give her 1 ounce, twice daily, of Mare/Foal IIP until she reaches one year of age. Give her a small meal of soaked beet pulp to act as a carrier for the supplement.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

Where are you from? Bayfield, CO

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May 29th, 2008 - 7:42 AM
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