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Solid versus loose
« on: July 07, 2018, 06:50:34 AM »
Salt and supplements?  Anybody use loose or have any special blends?  Was wanting to try some di-calcium phosphate but haven't found a local source yet.  Interested in what others are using.
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #1 on: July 08, 2018, 12:12:33 PM »
I use/have used both. Have not noticed much difference other than the blocks seem to last longer, VS the loose works into the ground and is still effective, unlike removing a block.
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #2 on: July 08, 2018, 12:28:12 PM »
Loose salt does keep them pawing at the ground a bit longer.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #3 on: July 08, 2018, 02:35:04 PM »
I always just used loose trace mineral salt with selenium.
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #4 on: July 08, 2018, 02:35:58 PM »
Should not have a shortage of calcium or phos, maybe a slight issue in desert units with no irrigation around.  Loose is simpler for blends, salt, selenium and other micros.  Northwest beef from Wolfkill is great for a generic blend.  I have some loose of a custom blend with extra phos if you have a need.  If they are hitting alfalfa heavy the phos might be an issue.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #5 on: July 09, 2018, 06:54:08 PM »
Thanks.  Finally found the one stop shop in Clark Co.
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #6 on: July 09, 2018, 08:14:20 PM »
I had good luck with loose keeping deer pawing the area for a much longer time. I have one area I spread a bag of loose 4 years ago that is still drawing deer. Blocks are more visible as well, though the holes dug are pretty noticeable...  I tried trace mineral salts but did not notice a difference over plain salt where I was using it.

I am on the coast now and have not run salt, have not taken the time over here and read that it is not near as useful here.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #7 on: July 10, 2018, 04:12:06 AM »
loose doesn't attract people, easier to pack

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #8 on: July 10, 2018, 04:32:19 AM »
I prefer loose.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #9 on: July 10, 2018, 09:19:39 AM »
loose doesn't attract people, easier to pack

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I've had better luck personally with blocks but I've also had blocks taken and moved by people and animals which gets annoying fast.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #10 on: July 10, 2018, 09:25:28 AM »
I always just used loose trace mineral salt with selenium.

 :yeah: I like to find rotting stumps or logs to pour some in along with kicking dirt or burying some. They will dig at it and it slows them down
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #11 on: July 10, 2018, 09:40:17 AM »
Loose for me. Easier to haul in my backpack and easier to split up if I don’t want to drop a whole bag at each site. Dump it on the ground and once it rains it turns into a bloc anyhow.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #12 on: July 10, 2018, 12:01:14 PM »
I try to use loose if its available, had to haul in a block last time though. like somebody said it handy for splitting and putting in a couple different spots. Its darn near impossible to break the blocks when there fresh. And they can grow legs.

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #13 on: July 10, 2018, 11:08:03 PM »
Keep it smooth and regular, my friend  :tup:  :chuckle:

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #14 on: July 10, 2018, 11:09:12 PM »
Is that "Deer Caine" stuff even legal anymore?

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #15 on: July 10, 2018, 11:47:56 PM »
Is that "Deer Caine" stuff even legal anymore?


Legal all day long! In WA of course
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #16 on: July 11, 2018, 07:09:46 AM »
I will be trying a loose blend at an established lick on property we are purchasing.  2 parts stock salt, 1 part trace mineral, 1 part Dicalcium phosphate.   East side so rain is not an issue.
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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #17 on: July 11, 2018, 03:55:09 PM »
Thanks.  Finally found the one stop shop in Clark Co.
What place did you find in Clark?

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #18 on: July 11, 2018, 04:52:34 PM »
Is that "Deer Caine" stuff even legal anymore?


Legal all day long! In WA of course

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Re: Solid versus loose
« Reply #19 on: July 14, 2018, 04:07:33 PM »
Thanks.  Finally found the one stop shop in Clark Co.
What place did you find in Clark?
   
Rietdykes Milling Co. in Ridgefield.  Just put a blend out on an established salt spot on our new property.  Will be watching.
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