What do you use to increase weight gain?
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What do you use to increase weight gain?
We have a 5yr old 17hh TB gelding that we got last March. He was SLIGHTLY under weight(we got that under control) then but then we had a scorching summer and despite the fact he was rode maybe 2 times a week(I was working with my barrel horse), was being fed twice a day, and CONSTANTLY had water the heat caused him to sweat off weight. He was hosed off 2 times a day but it was very very hot. We put him on the powder weight building supplement, which helped slightly. I have wondered about trying beet pulp. Do any of you had any experiences with it? What are the pros and cons? Thanks in advance.
Sarah
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The following post discusses beet pulp, rice bran and other options:
http://www.pedigreequery.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5891
http://www.pedigreequery.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5891
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I had this problem with a very old mare that I was boarding. I put her on beet pulp, sunflower seeds and while she will never be a fatty, at least I dont have to worry about animal control She looks great. Can't remember when I posted for help on this board (3 months ago maybe??) It hasd worked great for her Cheap too
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