--- kim shumaker <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hi Sally! It's good to hear from you! :- ) > > The first thing I would do is start giving her an > > ounce of sea salt > > in her feed, and/or half sea salt and half oral > > rehydration mix > > (electrolytes), > > This definitely sounds worth trying. I have the blocks > out, but, it doesn't look like she licks them. > Where do I get this kind of stuff and how do I feed > it?
Alooooha Kim! Nice to hear from you too, I wish it were for something happy. . .! Loose sea salt is available from any gourmet or health food store, cheapest in one with a bulk bin section. Country Supply or Jeffers will have a horse electrolyte powder that can go on feed or in water. (800-533-3377). I would put it on a cup of damp alfalfa pellets, or make her a cup of yummy oatmeal, perhaps? Jeffers also has a product called Daily 72 that is a liquid mineral, you could pour it on dampened hay. I am especially thinking it is worth a try if she doesn't lick the blocks. In people who don't get enough salt, sometimes they will lose the taste/craving for it and will have to have a little 'push' or supplement to get back on track. Like with spinach, I guess! Maybe this is true for horses? Also, one more thought, I think I have seen a nutritional supplement specific for azoturia in Valley Vet that may help. . .? Something to ask the vet about, anyway. Hope this helps! Keep us updated, ok? Sending you warm wishes from 'paradise'! Sally Fire Island Eco-Treks-808-443-6085 Fire Island Professional Farrier Service-640-6080
