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Welcome to my forum.

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.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

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

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Oct 21, 2010 - 8:20PM

Re: Old mare with heaves

Thank you, Dr. Getty and Amy, for your help and suggestions. Unfortunately, nothing made much difference for my poor Rosie. I could not bear to see her struggling to eat, to breathe, to move around. I could not stand to watch her lose weight and see her deteriorate. And I could not make her endure another hot dry summer and miserable winter. So, I regretfully said goodbye and had her put down. I know I did the right thing for Rosie. She was beyond help, I guess. But I deeply appreciate your efforts to make Rosie's life better. Thanks again, so much.

Where are you from? Poolville TX

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Oct 21st, 2010 - 8:20 PM

Nov 7, 2010 - 3:38PM

Re: Old mare with heaves

Dear Pam,

I'm delayed in getting my forum messages answered so I would have written much sooner had I seen your message.

I am so sorry to hear about Rosie. She trusted you to make the best decisions for her well-being, and you kept your promise to her. Horses become so much a part of us and letting go is difficult. I know you did what was best for Rosie and I also know that the memories of her will forever put a smile on your face.

Warm regards,

Dr. Getty

Pam S

Thank you, Dr. Getty and Amy, for your help and suggestions. Unfortunately, nothing made much difference for my poor Rosie. I could not bear to see her struggling to eat, to breathe, to move around. I could not stand to watch her lose weight and see her deteriorate. And I could not make her endure another hot dry summer and miserable winter. So, I regretfully said goodbye and had her put down. I know I did the right thing for Rosie. She was beyond help, I guess. But I deeply appreciate your efforts to make Rosie's life better. Thanks again, so much.

Where are you from? Bayfield, CO

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Nov 7th, 2010 - 3:38 PM