Re: RC: Re: Re: Beet Pulp

[CMKSAGEHIL@aol.com]

In a message dated 11/5/99 8:05:34 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
superpat@gateway.net writes:

<<  It has been my understanding
 that one of the greatest concerns is the danger of a horse getting into the
 feed bin and consuming dry pulp, with devastating consequences. Not having
 the veterinary background to substantiate this, I am asking that someone who
 knows please clarify this for me. (are you out there, Heidi?) >>

Most horses would likely handle it, but it CAN cause impactions unless enough 
moisture is pulled into the gut.  I'd also worry about chokes.  Nope, I don't 
think I'd risk feeding it dry....

Heidi


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