BeckyG
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We have recently been having a series of colic, due to impaction. (3 horses in 2 months) They have been relatively mild. But still very scary.
The cause seems to be Mesquite Tree Beans. (For those of you not familiar…… Mesquite is a very hardy & prolific tree in this part of the country. They produce long thin beans in the summer. ) The horses think the beans are exceptionally yummy. We got rid of smaller trees, but have always had the lager trees…. without problems.
We are addressing the bean issue best we can. My question to you guys is diet related.
What would you suggest, in general, as a diet for a horse that is “prone to impaction”??
I have heard feeding oats as the only grain. I have also heard alfalfa. But I figure you guys can confirm and/or can give me some good suggestions.
All input is greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Becky
The cause seems to be Mesquite Tree Beans. (For those of you not familiar…… Mesquite is a very hardy & prolific tree in this part of the country. They produce long thin beans in the summer. ) The horses think the beans are exceptionally yummy. We got rid of smaller trees, but have always had the lager trees…. without problems.
We are addressing the bean issue best we can. My question to you guys is diet related.
What would you suggest, in general, as a diet for a horse that is “prone to impaction”??
I have heard feeding oats as the only grain. I have also heard alfalfa. But I figure you guys can confirm and/or can give me some good suggestions.
All input is greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Becky
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