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8 month old colt....questions.

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I bought this 8 month old colt out of the pasture. This is the first time she has been away from the mare and the first time in a stall. I finally got a halter on her but now she will try to paw you when you approach her. I think over time she will get out of that. She will come to you and nibble feed out of your hand, so I think she will be ok. What would be the best feed to start with? I have some 9% sweet feed in the stable but she just nibbles at it. I keep hay in the stable at all times. When would be the best time to deworm the colt- now or wait a while?
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I agree with Riccilove. We were told to keep our orphan on mare and foal feed, and you can give a milk supplement as well to help fat content. Good luck with your new youngster. As she realizes that you bring food she should become more friendly.
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