Welcome to this interactive Equine blog

Here we hope to offer horse Tales, Equine sales of all kinds and tips on horse care and training.
What would you like to share or what horse items are you wanting to sell ? Simply post it !
Here is my first tip: Do you have a problum removing thoes nasty bot eggs in the fall ? Try a sponge saturated with rubbing alcohol. Scrub the eggs with soaked sponge . I do it several times . Eggs that don't come off will shrivel and If ingusted won't hatch.

Saturday, August 23, 2008

Alfalfa is the question!

The Colonists brought alfalfa is our shores in 1736. Its been around for a long time! Taking a survey from your horse it will prefer Alfalfa. They love it! Its the most energy rich of all the hays and you can feed 10% less then other hays with virtually no waste. However it must be thoroughly air and sun dried before its baled. Its high in protein and Calcium thus good for nursing mares.However it lacks Phosphorus & Magnesium and a supplement will be needed containing these minerals.Always research your hay and supplements before you invest in feeds .See what is best for your horse ,how much energy it uses , how much grain and protein he will need for the energy he is burning ,and remember docile horses need much less feed then one that is worked a lot!
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