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[RC] Question for SUSAN GARLINGHOUSE DVM! (Feeding a weanling) - Lra1222Hi. I just purchased a weanling Arabian colt. He will be coming home at the end of this month, and I am beginning the search for what to feed him. I am currently looking at "Manna Pro SuperHorse Broodmare and Foal Developer" or "Purina Equine Junior." I use Manna Pro feeds for my other 2 horses and have been happy with the quality, but I don't know about the junior feeds. The colt will be getting a really good quality coastal bermuda hay, loose white salt, and water. What else should I know about feeding a weanling? I don't want him to grow too fast and end up with joint/bone problems, nor do I want him to be deprived of anything. I also don't want to end up with 5 different feed containers in the feed room for one little horse!! I have so many questions! (SORRY...) Should I also supplement with a little alfalfa hay, or will the feed and bermuda be enough? We DO NOT have pasture. They are outside, though, with a large pile of hay morning and evening. I guess, what I'm trying to ask ('bout time, huh?) is "What are your recommendations for feeding a weanling? Thanks in advance for your help. Lindsey M21756 SE Region P.S.- My horses thank you for your info on beet pulp!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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