Re: RC: Re: probiotics

["Truman Prevatt, Ph.D." <truman.prevatt@netsrq.com>]

Yep I have mine premixed with trained carrots in a syringe. If there is a
reason to give them then I give them. If not I don't. I usually give them at
say 25 or 30 miles in a 50 or if he is not eating everything in sight.  I he
is eating, then they stay in the box.

Truman

Rides 2 Far wrote:

> > IMO, you can overdo them---too much at one time causes alot of > sudden
> fermentation, which can lead to excess gas production and > cramping.
> Pretty uncomfortable for the horse.  I wouldn't >exceed > the recommended
> dosage on any one day,
>
> I'll second that!  The first ride where I used them it was a 100, I gave
> them with my electrolytes at about every check (duh!) Was running 3rd at
> 80 miles, had a ton of horse left, straight A's, vetted through, went to
> the trailer and he started a crampy colic.  Vet said not to treat him,
> just walk.  I pulled, it passed in an hour or so and he ran in circles on
> his picket line every time a horse went by. >cry< >sob< >kick dirt<
> >sulk!<  Now I just give them about once during a 50 if he has less than
> an A on gut.
>
> Angie

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