wildhorses
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I have a horse that was diagnosed with heaves this spring and has done very well with her treatment regiment. Since diagnosis I have been soaking the hay to minimize the dust, and I think it has made a great difference. But with winter quickly approaching soaking hay isn't goin to be much of an option. Our winters are brutal, freezing cold temps, and I don't have a heated barn. So I am looking for some alternatives that would minimize the dust. Obviously soaked beet pulp is out of the question as it's just as much hassle and not practical with our weather. I am wondering if alfalfa cubes would be a better solution, or a different type of hay cubes, or if alfalfa pellets would be a better choice? She has been getting hay only as also had a slight touch of founder so trying to drop some weight and prevent further founder. So good nutrition with the hay is important. Any ideas or advice on other options would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.