Robin, Beet Pulp can be purchased from any of the feed stores. Either as shreds or pellets. Make sure that it does not have molasses in it. Tanque Verde feed store, Arizona Feeds, Taylor Feed and

Thk you for the email! I would love to have "boots on the ground" person! Would they draw blood for the bloodwork or should I contact my vet? I will start soaking hay tnite and no more safe choice.

Hi Robin, Welcome to the list. We need to get a bit more information from you in an organized fashion so ask that you join our sister list ECHistory8 and fill out a case history form for your

Laura - WL separation is an indication in many cases of nutritional deficiencies. BUT, especially in the quarters areas, it may simply be that the wall and callused sole have grown above the natural

I couldn't quite figure out how to make an addition to my original post I'm on the Neo system. What I found out from my farrier is Pabatsa has mild (slight) white line separation medially and

Kris, Another suggestion: Have the heels lowered to the point where Misty appears to not be able to stand down on them then have nerve blocks done to see happens. That will provide a huge amount of

Hi Kris, What exactly has been diagnosed as the problem with Misty's tendons? Have you ever had ultrasounds done to examine/diagnose the issues? If not, that needs to be on the "to do list" to see

Hi Kris I was told that many years ago as well. Very very high heeled Morgan. Never happened. Not to say that it couldn't if the horse is trimmed too quickly and/or asked to move too hard too fast.

Hey Teri I default all my comments to Dr Kellon!! But keep breathing! Nancy C in NH ECIR Moderator 2003 Learn the facts about IR, PPID, equine nutrition, exercise and the foot. www.ECIRhorse.org Check

Hi Teri Keep breathing. I know its easer said than done at time like these Some things to think about: Are there any symptoms besides appetite that make you believe she is still uncontrolled?

First, just a general comment that does not specifically refer to this case. We have seen over the years that pergolide dose does have to be steadily increased. This could be due to the horse's

Thank you again so very much, Lavinia. Our Vet(s) & Farrier told me that if we were to trim Misty according to those "ideal" mark ups on the x-rays, that we would totally blow her tendons. This is

My name is Robin Hardy. I live in Tucson, AZ. I have a 14 year old gelding who has currently been suffering with laminitis and 10 days ago had tenotomy on both front legs. This is his 3rd bout

Ijust saw Stormy's new dosage. While itis it not great that we have to monitor our equines so closely at this time ofyear, it is great (awesome, splendid, inspiring even!) that so many members

Hi Carol, My vet has asked a few times about switching to Prascend. I've told him no, as, a) It would be hard to ensure my mare was getting 33 tablets into her and b) the cost of say even a dollar

No, I/m sorry I didn't mention that he shares with a buddy, we're working on separating them, it's just not happening fast enough. Just got the blood pulled yesterday. While waiting for results,

Has anyone giving these large doses of pergolide tried switching to Prascend? Just curious, I know every horse is different, but Rossi went from 357 to 70 on 1 mg of Prascend. Is there any evidence

Hi Ashytle, Is that your first name? Welcome to the list. We’re going to ask you to first join the ECH8 group. The reasonwhy is we need to know more about Toby so we can give you better

So here's the latest on Stormy. As of today (Tues. 8/26) I have increased her pergolide to 42 mgs!!! That is double the dose she was getting exactly 2 weeks ago. The bigger problem is that I still

My pony's ACTH rise was not nearly as bad as Shalimar's, but was enough to surprise, disappoint, and bring on those anxious thoughts that come in the middle of the night .You all know the kind... How