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[StaceyQ]

Hey

I have just got an ex racer who weight is perfect so no issue just want her to have more condition and top line (I know most of this comes from working) and what supplements are best now.

It has been a few years and I know things change all the time so wanted to know people thoughts.

I have always fed garlic, limestone and oil to my previous horses and my show pony was also on blue chip.

At the moment we are getting to know each other but next season will be doing a bit of everything.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thank you


Stacey

 

[chestnut cob]

If her weight is perfect then she doesn't need more condition - you will just make her fat. Muscle will come from the right work, as you've already acknowledged.

What are you feeding currently?

 

[StaceyQ]

She was on a field full of good grass however the grass where she was is now is not as good.

Hence I don't want her to start loosing weight but not put any on if you see what I mean.

 

[StaceyQ]

She was not ridden much where she was due to lack of time and with the extra work and not as good grass (and being the TB) I don't want her to loose.

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[JillA]

I would ditch the garlic - there is a link to anaemia, and as a natural antibacterial it can decimate the gut flora. Maybe some micronized linseed in case she does start to lose a little condition - good for the skin and joints.

 

[StaceyQ]

She is not on anything at the moment that what my old show pony was given years ago