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Post by anastasia55555 on Jun 24, 2009 11:08:20 GMT 1
Just looking through cut outs from horse magazines i collect up on all sorts of different stuff i found something about feeds etc for lami prone horses, and there was a post on here a while back when 'Cab' was asking about what feeds are out there for lami prone horses, and i found one that i dont think was mentioned and might be of use:
Blue Chip Lami-Light - forage balancer developed specifically for overweight horses/ponies, good doers and those prone to lami. Its low calorie, low protein and high fibre containing probiotic yeast culture to maintain hindgut function, support good bacteria and reduce bad bacteria. Also contains respiratory formulation, Primo Vento, plus herbs and garlic and antioxidants. Plus generous magnesium (reduce fat deposits & maintain calm) and Sound Hoof supplement (healthier regeneration of hoof tissues).
The article also says that a free Blue Chip laminitis info leaflet is available (0114 266 6200 or http://www.bluechipfeed.com).
Also another suggested product is 'Laminitis prone supplement' by Global Herbs (www.globalherbs.co.uk).
The whole article is very interesting, and discusses the impact of global warming and climate on a horses environment and gives some good tips on how to reduce risk of lami, and also current and future research being funded and performed. If any one wants a scanned copy sent to them via email let me know :-) Might be of help!
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Post by anastasia55555 on Jun 24, 2009 18:22:55 GMT 1
its 5 scanned pages, not too long :-)
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Post by treacletart on Jun 24, 2009 19:42:43 GMT 1
Hello there, Thanks, I would be very interested in reading it, if you can send it to me. If my email is hidden, how do i do i receive it? Or you could let me know which mag it is in, i will then plough through my pile which i keep for the rainy days and dark nights. Thank you
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Post by marianne on Jun 24, 2009 19:52:20 GMT 1
HAY - lots of!
I've just moved the horses to their summer field which provides most shade. There's barely any grass but a roundballer at either end - under the trees - and I'm happy as Larry.
Was in the vets' a couple days ago as yet another owner came in and reported a laminitic horse, out on rich cow pasture :-(
Don't want to be too smug and chance fate - but it's worked so far.
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Post by Sam C on Jun 24, 2009 20:51:29 GMT 1
I wouldn't personally use Bluechip Lami Light. Last time I checked it wasn't very 'light' at all, at over 15% starch. It's also stupidly expensive compared with other feed balancers which offer a better spec of nutrients anyway.
ETA: Just checked my notes and Lami Light is 16% starch.
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Post by gixer on Jun 24, 2009 20:58:23 GMT 1
how about www.fibrefeeds.com their range is meant to be very good for Lamis Not used it myelf YET but plan to with Rio who is an LGL type
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Post by eileen on Jun 24, 2009 21:39:20 GMT 1
I am in the process of trying benevit + hi fi lite and just soaked hay for 2 laminitics, will let you know how they are getting on. If anyone would like to try the benevit then Feedmark have a brilliant offer 50% off if you havent ordered it from them before and you get a free gift of either garlic, horse treats or a smaller tub of benevit! eileen xx
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Post by tomrabbit on Jun 24, 2009 22:10:24 GMT 1
I found a good solution this year, as I want to cut out molasses completely, and even hi fi light is molassed. My OH puts ordinary hay through the garden shredder a couple of time (I think ponypit suggested this in another thread - I know someone else thought of it first!). I wet it overnight so the supplements stick to it, and use Dodson and Horrell herbs to add flavour. Much cheaper than buying 'proper' feed!
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Post by anastasia55555 on Jun 24, 2009 22:17:28 GMT 1
thats a good idea, can imagine would be much cheaper!!and alot less sugar etc. treacletart i will look tomorrow about sending you the scanned stuff and let u know if problem! :-) Is good that people have experience of the feeds and have found better/diff, is good for others to know what 'real' people have found rather than whats written on a packet :-)
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Post by anastasia55555 on Jun 25, 2009 9:58:11 GMT 1
we have the problem of cow pastures also, although its long ago since cows roamed in the fields, the grass is as strong and green as ever. We have been careful as we know about lami etc, but there have been so many others who have ended up in trouble this year :-( Treacletart, i have sent you a PM as ur email doesnt show, i maybe able to put them on photobucket and then give you the link, see if that works :-)
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Post by anastasia55555 on Jun 25, 2009 10:40:16 GMT 1
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Post by treacletart on Jun 25, 2009 13:48:17 GMT 1
Thank you Anastasia, Have printed them off from the PM, then saw them on here too. Very interesting articles with lots of key points.
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