98 | Does Bermudagrass Cause Colic?

Raise your hand if you have ever heard bermudagrass causes colic…. Dr. Jyme digs into this common misconception and explains all you need to know about feeding bermudagrass hay. 

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Show Notes:

· EquiSUMMIT Registration: www.attendequisummit.com

· Teff = Eragrostis tef

· Bermudagrass = Cynodon dactylon

· Forage Testing: www.equi-analytical.com

· University of Florida Extension Article, Tifton 85 vs Coastal: https://extadmin.ifas.ufl.edu/media/extadminifasufledu/cflag/image/docs/fl-equine-institute/2007/CoastalvsT-85.pdf

· Feeding practices associated with colic in horses: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.2001.219.1419

· Factors associated with development of ileal impaction in horses with surgical colic: 78 cases (1986-2000): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12358048/

· Hydration supplement: Turbo Mag BCAA https://strideanimalhealth.com/turbo-mag-bcaa/

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Dr. Jyme Nichols is Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health. For more information on these brands or a free virtual nutrition consult from our team just visit bluebonnetfeeds.com/nutrition-consult