Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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All the best,
Dr. Getty
Hi Dr. Getty - just wanted to give you an update and ask about ongoing support/supplement for this guy. he is feeling so much better! I've seen a change in his disposition and behavior. He's had a few acupuncture treatments for ulcers, and has no more ulcer touchy spots, and tests prove he's 'well'. he is mainly on a forage diet/grass hay + some alfalfa and a small amount of equine senior. I have maintained his Glanzen Complete and wanted to know if I should also keep him on Daily Start probiotics as well. Anything else he could benefit from? thanks for your support - Jaymie.
Where are you from? Bayfield, CO
How did you locate this forum? internet
Hi Jaymie,
How wonderful to hear! Thank you for letting me know how well your horse is doing -- you are doing a wonderful job and should be commended!
I would definitely continue with the Glanzen Complete as well as using Daily Start. But if you're giving a double dose of Daily Start, you can reduce it to a maintenance dose. This preparation is very helpful in maintaining a high level of hindgut microbes, as well as feeding the immune system. He seems to be doing well on it, so I suggest staying with the regimen that is working.
Best wishes,
Dr. Getty 
Author of Feed Your Horse Like A Horse
Where are you from? Bayfield, CO
THank you Dr GettY!! for your help and kind words. It it truly rewarding to see him so interactive with me, just makes me smile. He's a new horse and I'm loving it :)
Where are you from? Bayfield
How did you locate this forum? Forage for thought/website
Hi Jaymie,
I am so pleased to hear how much you are enjoying him! I'm very glad to help.
I'm no longer in Bayfield -- now living in Waverly, Ohio.
All the best,
Dr. Getty
Author of Feed Your Horse Like A Horse
Where are you from? Waverly, OH