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Post by Debbie on Aug 22, 2007 14:37:47 GMT -1
I do hope the vet can get to the bottom of this for you. Its not funny when you can't pinpoint what the problem is  |
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Post by SuzieP on Aug 22, 2007 15:32:24 GMT -1
Well - it's all rather mixed news. Bea is definitely lame. Flexion tests ruled out hock or stifle, and it's likely to be fetlock. It is rather swollen - but it always is rather lumpy because he has windgalls. Because it has improved with rest since he first went lame, the vet suggested that rather than do nerve blocks now we put him on box rest for a fortnight and cold hose and cold poultice the fetlock. The vet will come out again in two weeks to have another look and assess the improvement, if any. If none, then it'll be nerve blocks and Xrays. My poor boy!! I've left him with an Equi-N-Ice bandage on looking rather sorry for himself. He's had half an hour's grazing in hand on the nicest grass I could find. He's going to hate being shut in (hope he doesn't start the barging out behaviour again!). The plus is that I'm on leave from work until Tuesday so I'll be able to spend some time with him and help to keep him amused and occupied. Also an RDA driving group is staying at the yard at the moment with four ponies and carriages and loads of helpers, so there's lots going on for him to watch - and lots of people to say "awwwww poor horsey with the bandage on" LOL HUGE thanks to Leann for taking the time out to tow our trailer - thanks Leann |
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Post by dalesponyrider on Aug 22, 2007 15:50:41 GMT -1
Oh poor Bea! I do hope the cold and box rest do the trick. Sounds like there will be a bit to occupy him for the next few days anyway. Give him a scratch from me! Better have a glass of wine yourself too!  |
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Post by zeldalithgow on Aug 22, 2007 16:54:42 GMT -1
Poor Bea on house arrest , at least you've had some things ruled out so that's good, hopefully some more rest will sort things out and he'll be back to normal soon |
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Post by emmadales on Aug 22, 2007 17:22:54 GMT -1
Hope the box rest helps Bea. Hopefully he wll get lots of pats from the RDA helpers who will feel sorry for him
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Post by SuzieP on Aug 22, 2007 17:54:47 GMT -1
LOL - yes, Amanda. And he's rather partial to their sandwiches, crisps and biscuits too! Such a piggy LOL
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Post by carolinec on Aug 22, 2007 18:38:21 GMT -1
Poor Bea.
I hope he gets well soon.
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Post by lucydales on Aug 22, 2007 18:45:48 GMT -1
You could try some arneca (sp! should it have an i in it somewhere?) as it's very good for strains and sprains.
Hope he's feeling better soon.
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Post by nars on Aug 22, 2007 18:57:56 GMT -1
Poor Bea. Best wishes to him for a speedy recovery.
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Post by harveydales on Aug 22, 2007 19:10:19 GMT -1
Oh poor Bea. I'm sorry you still have no deffinate diagnosis but at least your vet has been able to rule out a couple of things. It is suprising how many horses adapt so well to box rest so hopefully Bea will be fine and will enjoy the added attention from the RDA.
Sending you both lots of hugs and healing vibes.xxxx
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Post by AliandDolly on Aug 23, 2007 8:00:44 GMT -1
oh poor bea sending speedy get well soon vibes to bea(((((())))) and a huge hug to you hugs ali xx |
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Post by Debbie on Aug 23, 2007 17:34:22 GMT -1
Oh dear...sounds like he might be able to suck up to the RDA kiddies for munchies, then  At least you know a lot of things that its not, and that's a start. Healing vibes winging your way, and I do hope he'll come right for you quickly |
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Post by mickey on Aug 23, 2007 21:01:05 GMT -1
Poor Bea |
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Post by Biggerside Benwell on Aug 24, 2007 9:13:22 GMT -1
poor Bea, hope he improves quickly.
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Post by PonyGirl on Aug 24, 2007 9:50:35 GMT -1
Sending healing thoughts to ya.
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