Hi Kathy,

I believe the Quitt is helping because it is providing some of the vitamins that he is not getting from his hay. When fresh grass is cut and dried, it loses many valuable nutrients such as vitmain E, Vitamin A (as beta carotene), vitamin D, and vitamin C, as well as omega 3 fatty acids.

Glanzen 3 is fine for horses that receive fresh pasture. But this time of year, especially, when hay is the only forage available, it is better to choose Glanzen Complete. This supplement fills in the nutritional gaps that he is experiencing.

Chewing can be due to a nutritional deficiency. It is also done in order to produce saliva -- a natural antacid. And since his stomach is producing acid continuously, his natural instinct is to chew in order to neutralize the acid. So while you're on trails, perhaps you can make more frequent grazing stops to reduce his stomach discomfort (from the acid on an empty stomach) and also prevent any problems such as an ulcer or colic.

Keep me posted.

All the best,

Dr. Getty [:]

Kathy

My gelding is very mouthy at the hitching post or walking by a tree, he'll tear off some bark. He also chews on boards. He is in a large paddock with my mare. I trail ride at least 5 days/week. He has continous quality hay, and Glanzen 3 daily. He has many IR symptoms, so I plan to start Quiessence. My question is on why Quitt works (must fill a nutritional need)he stopped chewing everything completely by day 3 of Quitt. It has iron, which is not good for horses, but the product is working like a miracle. What do you think about this product,and/or what do you reccommend. Thanks, Kathy

Where are you from? Bayfield, CO