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Post by highlanderpony2002 on Aug 12, 2009 20:46:26 GMT 1
good luck keep your chin up I hope everything works out well for her and you I am sure you will soon be the greatest expert on lammi around I am sorry it has been this way though
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Post by arabmania on Aug 12, 2009 23:32:12 GMT 1
Just read your post and my heart goes out to you.
has the vet tested for isulin intolerance yet?
The august xrays do show that the foot has developed more of a sole to protect it, which is good.
Do be vigilant when the farrier is trimming to make sure that he does not touch the sole at all. the foot needs it. only harm can be done if it is paired back.
{{{{{ hugs}}}}}}
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Post by shadowofachance on Aug 13, 2009 17:50:39 GMT 1
Today went really well, having the x ray machine on hand to check after the farrier had trimmed was ideal as they could keep tweaking until they were both happy.
They have taken her down two shoes sizes and she looks like she has pony feet at the mo.
Bit gruesome when the farrier took the toes back exposing the blood y tissue but Scarlet was a star.
New shoes put on and both farrier and vet were really pleased with how she walked back to the stable and the alignment they managed to create.
New plan sugar and iodine pads over exposed areas once a day and review in 3 weeks with farrier trim expected at week 4. Continue with one bute twice a day.
Vet happy with weight and did comment on how happy and upbeat she was.
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Post by mandal on Aug 13, 2009 17:54:09 GMT 1
Vet happy with weight and did comment on how happy and upbeat she was. Well done. Sounds like things are going better. Fingers still crossed.  |
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Post by shadowofachance on Aug 13, 2009 18:05:32 GMT 1
Thank you Mandal, we need all the luck and good feelings we can get. I was really worried about today, more so than I think I was even letting on to myself if last nights nightmares were anything to go by  Gave Scarlet a good scratch this evening before dinner, she amazes me such a happy horse considering everything she is going through. |
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Post by basilhorse on Aug 13, 2009 18:23:29 GMT 1
Just wanted to wish you and your mare loads of luck
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Post by Karon on Aug 13, 2009 19:34:52 GMT 1
That sounds more promising, hope the next 3 weeks go OK for her.
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Post by shadowofachance on Aug 20, 2009 14:34:45 GMT 1
I think the last trim has really helped. I thought she would be really sore from the severe trim and exposed tisue but she is back to her normal (pre lami) bolshy self!
Do you think the last trim maybe released pressure hence her being more comfortable? Def walking better than she has been.
Getting very bored in the stable - destroying it and bashing me around a bit just to make sure I understand!
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Post by Sam C on Aug 20, 2009 14:40:34 GMT 1
Really pleased to hear she's feeling better. ;D If the farrier took a lot of toe then yes I'm sure the trim has taken the pressure off. Tell him whatever he's doing, keep it up!
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Post by shadowofachance on Aug 20, 2009 14:44:01 GMT 1
Thank you Sam! Just to see her returning to her normal self warms my heart, it was doom and gloom for so long and I know we are no where near being out of the woods but this has got to be good. :-)
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Post by naria on Aug 20, 2009 14:47:35 GMT 1
So pleased to read this ;D
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Post by mandal on Aug 20, 2009 15:16:35 GMT 1
Great to hear she is feeling so much better! Mmmm I know diet is the main thing but this (probably) shows that trim can be very helpful too. Fingers getting cramp from being crossed so I'm sending good vibes instead!!!  |
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Post by shadowofachance on Aug 20, 2009 15:21:44 GMT 1
She has been on the diet Jackie recommended since Saturday so hopefully the combination of trim and new diet are working!
Thank you for your good vibes all gratefully rec'd!
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Post by pd on Aug 20, 2009 15:29:11 GMT 1
Do you think the last trim maybe released pressure hence her being more comfortable? Def walking better than she has been. Can't answer that one without photos/x-rays post trim, but it certainly sounds like it. If he took down the heels like I'd hoped, then I would think its been much relief to her. I'm really glad to hear things are getting better for you both, its all in the diet management for you both from now on. All the best. |
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Post by Sam C on Aug 20, 2009 15:39:40 GMT 1
it was doom and gloom for so long and I know we are no where near being out of the woods but this has got to be good. :-) Absolutely! With laminitis any little improvement is cause for celebration, so you have every right to get excited about such a big difference in comfort. Would you mind posting the details of the diet you're now using including supplements, might be helpful for others in a similar position not knowing what to try. |
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