Volume 04 | April 2021
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
THE PLAID HORSE MAGAZINE
Timing is everything, and we were ecstatic to be apart of The Plaid Horse issue in April that focused on Health & Wellness!

Our goal of the article was to inform readers on our mission, in addition to highlighting the fantastic amenities here at Deerpath Equestrian Club and Stable.

We believe that our passion and determination was captured perfectly in the article and want to sincerely thank everyone who took part in making this article so successful.

Make sure to check out the issue below!

GETTING THE "IN" ON ULCERS WITH OUR GUT HEALTH COLUMN. NEW TOPICS AND MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR AN ULCER PRONE HORSE
The Benefits of Alfalfa for an Ulcer Prone Horse

Last month we outlined medical treatment options available for horses that suffer from ulcer symptoms with the benefits of scoping in conjunction with Gastrogard & Ulcerguard. If you believe you may have a horse suffering from ulcers, it may be beneficial to add Alfalfa to their feeding routine.

As we all know, horses were made to be constantly grazing. Some experts estimate that horses will graze for 15-17 hours per day if in the correct environment.  As horses eat, they secrete saliva in addition to stomach acid. Their saliva contains sodium bicarbonate, which acts as a buffer, helping reduce stomach
acidity. Texas A&M did a study that showed horses that were fed alfalfa faired better as far as gastric health then horses that were fed Bermuda hay. 
There is a buffering component to alfalfa that helps with the prevention of stomach acid build-up. Since hay quality and type can vary, many people turn to alfalfa cubes or pellets. A third option that many are beginning to use is compressed bales of alfalfa that you can buy from your local feed store. 

Not only does your horse get the benefits of the alfalfa, but if fed before a ride, it creates a “carpet” of hay in the stomach which helps prevent the stomach acid from splashing up on the unprotected squamous portion of the stomach while riding. Easy preventative measures like this can go a long way in the prevention of equine stomach ulcers.

DID YOU KNOW:
Alfalfa is a great source of protein, calcium, Vitamin A and calories!





SAVE THE DATE- MAY 21, 2021

Our OPEN HOUSE is scheduled for May 21, 2021!

Just minutes from Lamplight Equestrian Center, we will be providing food & a premium bar between 5-7pm along with a water tread demonstration!

We are excited to meet everyone and hope you can make it!
THE COMEBACK IS ALWAYS STRONGER THAN THE SETBACK.

HERE FOR YOU.
Stay tuned for some giveaway events in the next few months, and make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Contact us if you would love to get a consult or discuss further treatments for your teammate.

Sincerely,

Katie & Kate