Hi Rebecca, Thanks for including Dutch's case history link - helps a lot. No problem with your posting etiquette. From the current blood work results, Dutch is extremely IR/severe risk for founder as

Thanks for your reply. I have been keeping tabs on the equi analysis's that are posted from Mtn Sunrise for their timothy pellets that I feed Jesse,. The last analysis was similar to what I used for

Ok,in English this time: Let's continue further discussion of wells and water over on the Horsekeeping List. Lornain Ontario,Canada ECIR Moderator 2002 *SeeWhat Works in

Hi Rebecca, Sorry to hear that Dutch is giving you feed challenges. I am giving you a link to the IR calculator for you to plug in his numbers. As you suspect it shows he is Severely IR. IR

Hi Jenilee, Thanks-you for the kind words. I'll get mark-ups for you in the next day or so and will privately email you the CEMT's info. I am a barefoot trimmer and have had 4 IR/PPID horses in my

We have had several wells in our area go dry, or else start pumping up mud, etc. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, as ours has been just fine so far. Trying to conserve as best we can. Bought a timer

I tried to search the messages but couldn't come up with a good answer to my dilemma. Background: Yesterday, one of my horses got out of his stall and let the other two out into the main aisle of

I have been trying to search files and conversations for the difference in using Jherb with Alcar vs. Jherb with AAKG. When do you use which combination? What is the difference in the combinations.

Good morning, Lavinia, Yes, I understand that the super rockers are not being recommended. It makes sense, as well. I would like to take you up on getting some mark-ups for Hucks hoof work

>I updated CH today.. thanks.. Signature , and link ? Lornain Ontario,Canada ECIR Moderator 2002 *SeeWhat Works in

I updated CH today.. thanks..

Hi Jenilee, Thanks for adding the older xrays as they help with understanding how long issues may have been present. Unfortunately, they show toes that are too long, thin soles, likely under run heels

Hi Tori, Thanks so much for the update - makes my day :) Exercise is certainly a good addition to an IR horse's schedule. Given how much damage there is/was to the hoof capsule connections, it would

Lavinia. Thank you for your recommendations. I have sent my farrier an email, as we are trying to get a game plan finalized. I have also added the x-rays from 2012/11/06, where no rotation was

Good to hear the fever appears to have broken - a relief for both of you. More good news from this farrier. Lavinia, Dante, George Too and Peanut Jan 05, RI EC Support Team >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Hi Lavinia Glad i asked about the pergolide i wouldn't of gave it other wise on monday,he should be ok then hay nets is empty by 7am most days. He was fever free last night finally,heaves are an issue

> My barn uses well water so water is plenty available. Sadly,that's no guarantee.Wells have been known to run dry in times of drought. They need to get their water from somewhere. Lornain

Hi Corinne, Yes, keeping hay in front of him as much as possible is ideal. Use the double hay nets and as long as he hasn't gone for more than 4 hours without anything that's fine. No supplements til

Hi Lj, Agree with the vet that the pergolide (Prascend) dose should be increased as Jesse is already above high normal and the seasonal rise period hasn't officially hit yet (although PPID horses can

Hi Jenilee, Thanks for adding all the xrays and the pictures of Huck. Yes, it would be helpful if you could add the first set of xrays as well. Here is the link to the