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jewelshotdash4
Reg. Aug 2010
Posted 2014-05-01 8:35 AM
Subject: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes



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I bought some alfafla cubes yesterday and was going to soak them to add GastroPLUS to to be sure my horse would get all the GastroPLUS. He can sometimes be a little picky with powders. I had a really hard time figuring out how much water to add, and how long to soak the cubes for before I fed them. Do you leave them whole, or break them up? I've never delt with cubes before, just pellets or regular hay. I would love to hear some suggestions!
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GLP
Reg. Oct 2013
Posted 2014-05-01 8:38 AM
Subject: RE: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes


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I add enough water to cover the cubes and soak them for about 15 minutes or more, wait for the cubes to absorb the water and add supplements and stir.
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lindseylou2290
Reg. Aug 2013
Posted 2014-05-01 8:43 AM
Subject: RE: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes



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GLP - 2014-05-01 8:38 AM

I add enough water to cover the cubes and soak them for about 15 minutes or more, wait for the cubes to absorb the water and add supplements and stir.

^^ This - I will sometimes let them set overnight if I am preparing for the next morning too. I feed soaked alfalfa daily.

Good luck!
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CJE
Reg. Mar 2005
Posted 2014-05-01 8:43 AM
Subject: RE: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes



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Same here cover the cubes with water.....or a little more.......and soak!!! 15 min to 30 min
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jewelshotdash4
Reg. Aug 2010
Posted 2014-05-01 8:48 AM
Subject: RE: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes



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That sounds easy enough! I"m not sure why I was having so many issues :)
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Sandok
Reg. Jan 2011
Posted 2014-05-01 9:29 AM
Subject: RE: Soaked Alfalfa Cubes


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I soak mine in hot water with beet pulp in the mornings, probably about 30-45 minutes before I go out to feed. Doesn't take as long with hot water and by the time I get to the barn it is cool enough to mix with my feed and supplements.
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