22/06/2025
𝐀𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐟𝐚 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫
Let’s clear up one of the biggest myths in the barrel pen: “Alfalfa makes horses hot.” It doesn’t.
Alfalfa is higher in calories and protein than grass hay, but that doesn’t mean it turns your horse into a fire-breathing dragon. If a horse gets antsy or wild after switching to alfalfa, odds are it’s because:
• They were underfed before and now feel good
• The workload doesn’t match the calories
• They’re not being exercised consistently
Protein doesn’t cause hyper behavior. It’s used for muscle repair and growth, not energy. And the extra calories? That’s only an issue if your horse is sitting around doing nothing all week and then suddenly getting legged up.
Horses need fuel to perform. Alfalfa is packed with digestible fiber, essential nutrients, and it’s gentle on ulcers, making it a great option for performance horses.
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