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no bleeding - feed free choice of hay

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Question
hello, i believe that horses with no bleeding and breathing problem should be given free choice of hay. i mean, timothy hay. am i right? if not, please correct me.

Answer
Hello Caine,

Thank you for your question.  I am a strong believer that any horse should receive long stem forage free choice...it is essential in maintaining their gastro-intestinal health.  The forage can be fresh pasture or dry hay, and can be of just about any origin...grass or legume.

Thanks, Corlena