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> Does anyone out there know the ration of alfalfa pellets to a flake of
> alfalfa hay?  I know all the dangers of feeding pellets..but I like
pellets.

The weight of a flake of alfalfa hay can vary widely, so feed both by
WEIGHT---nutritionally, five pounds of alfalfa pellets equals five pounds of
alfalfa hay, assuming equivalent quality.

> :-)  Had a blister beetle scare before NO THANKS!
Okay, but you can get blister beetles in pellets or cubes as well.  Also,
consider that since feeding/chewing time is less with pellets as compared to
long stem hay, the horse produces less saliva and has a higher likelihood of
acidic stomach pH and ulcers, if he is otherwise prone to them (the jury is
still out on that one for endurance horses).

Susan G



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