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There is something called an English Wheel that mechanics who restore classic cars use to recreate bent metal pieces like bumpers. It’s not a cheap tool so not all restorer mechanics will have one. But check around in that area and you may be able to restore your trailer bumper. I only know this bec...

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So sorry Flight! Every time some one loses a dog, horse, or parent it reminds me of those I’ve lost too. Grief is hard but better we had them (people and pets!) and lost them than never having had them. Our relationships make us the people we are.

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Expensive decisions so you want to get them right! Do your research! I had an all aluminum two horse, walk through, warm blood sized trailer with a large grooming area that I loved. (I got a steal of a deal on it used and sold it for almost twice what I paid when it was 12 years old). I pulled it wi...

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To Kahil. I can’t say it any better than Chisamba. I also lived through it with my Mom! Remember her as the person she used to be.

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Definitely go with MIPS helmet! After that look for comfort fit and coolness. Price is just a fashion point. Breeches brands fit different body types differently. Riding tights are the most comfortable. Boots with wide toe boxes…I bought a pair in Omaha when I was there for the World Cup one year at...

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I’m so sorry. It’s so hard to lose them.

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Jingles plus more jungles for your horse! Nasty nasty laminitis! Heat and humidity can bring on an attack. Living in Arizona with a couple of laminitis prone horses I’ve seen it several times. Ice leggings can help pull them through it. Good luck.

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Congratulations! I love it when long held dreams become real. I’ll enjoy watching/hearing about Letta progress.

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Hope u don’t ache for too long! Like you I schedule my falls twenty years apart by only riding steady eddies! My last one we were heading home from a trail across the neighbors property and my old guy stumbled and almost went to his knees. Since I was perched on top not really riding I went over his...

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Oh Chisamba, I’m so so sorry. I totally understand why you both feel guilty altho neither of you should. Sometimes bad things just happen. You have all my sympathy and empathy.

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I agree with both of you! I have had discussions with my Vet about the possibilities of harm in these ingredients (which is minimal). I have also had multiple horses on Pentosan IM injections for years and my perception (ie anecdotal evidence only) is that it has helped with osteoarthritis in senior...

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I just started the once a week for 4 weeks loading protocol for my two since they have been off it for over 6 months. Then I’ll go back to once monthly. Keeping my fingers crossed that this combo will continue to be available! Several years ago I started one of my newly acquired senior horses on Ade...

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Thank you Chisamba! My Vet was able to order the Pentosan/Glucosamine combo for my guys at $130 for 30 ml which is about what I had been paying for just the Pentosan. I’m waiting to hear what dosing protocols I’ll need to use since they’ve been off it for six months. I have definitely noticed an inc...

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I had a very sharkfinned OTTT. I inherited him from my uncle at19. He had been a successful racehorse then became a successful jumper. He did mini prixs and won in Southern Cal rated shows. He also took a junior to equitation championships, so very talented. When I inherited him he had been on pastu...

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Yes! That’s the person I was thinking of. Thank you.

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I was telling a fellow boarder about this research since she is having some issues with her thoroughbred. However, I can’t remember the names of the researcher/s involved. Can anyone supply those names. Thanks.

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Oh, I was getting from Wedgewood previously and Roadrunner before that and never had any swelling issues. At that time I had three horses on it IM once monthly.

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Thanks for the info on the Pentosan. I’ve asked my vet to check with Rood and Riddle. I’ll probably get the same answer as Exvet but it doesn’t hurt to ask.

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I had all my senior horses on monthly compounded Pentosan for years until that was no longer available at an affordable price. Now I’ve had to put the 28 year old on daily previcox. He used to occasionally canter in turnout and trot regularly. Now he is noticeably stiff, lame on turns, and only occa...

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Although I boarded when I got my first horse that was many years ago. Now I am transitioning from my own property, where I actually boarded other people’s horses for a brief (very brief) time, to being a boarder again. I really didn’t enjoy boarding other people horses, way too much work for the rew...

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I’m so sorry. It’s so hard to lose them.

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I don’t have any children and all my closest family members live in other states. Many years ago I decided that I NEVER wanted someone else to have to take responsibility for my future. Since I’m a retired librarian I, of course, researched. When I discovered communities that included independent li...

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Actually the stitches broke and another vet came out and restitched too tightly. Then had my regular vet (finally) who came and loosened stitches so he could poop!

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I had a mini stallion who did that several years ago. His came out much further. Vet came out and stuffed it back in and packed it with sugar. I was rather horrified….especially since it was a fairly new young vet and not my regular. However, it went back in and stayed in. I think she put in a coupl...

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Your update made me soooo happy! Any time anyone defeats this awful diagnosis it’s great! Several years ago I had to pts one of mine after fighting the good fight for several years. Go Piggy!

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I don’t use closed motor fans, but I WONT use a box fan due to the hay etc that catches in them. I use those open ones that just have a stand/legs and hang them in the stall corner by the legs. Mine usually last two to three seasons. You can find them at Walmart and similar places at the end of the ...

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I’m so glad your pony trailered well and is now healing from his dental surgery. My sympathy for the loss and suffering of your feral barn cat. Good thinking of the Humane Society and kudos to them for their response. You gave him a safe haven that he obviously appreciated since he returned to it wh...

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Not sure this will be pertinent since not a suspensory injury but…. My oldest guy (25 at the time) shattered a hind splint bone nicking an artery. It was in the middle of an Arizona summer. I ice wrapped it several times a day and hauled him to a rehab place for cold salt water therapy among other t...

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Oh Chisamba I’m so sorry. Hang in there. This too shall pass.

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This conversation has voiced something that I have long thought. I used to do a fair amount of scribing and I still do a LOT of watching at dressage shows. What I’ve noticed is that the first impression of a pair makes an impression on the judge that sets the tone for the scoring on the whole ride. ...

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When my 28 year old wasn’t drinking (or eating) enough and really disliked oral electrolytes I started him on one pound of soaked beet pulp pellets twice daily. I layered the beet pulp with 1/2 pound rolled oats or barley. He has been gobbling it up and is now looking quite good. He also gets free f...

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Love your ribbons Chisamba! Several years ago I had a quilted wall hanging made out of several years worth of ribbons. These can be beautiful and a wonderful way to use ribbons.

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Great photo of your son, Chisamba! You should be proud. The lamb is cute too.

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I was paid in cash. I have also taken cashiers checks. Good Luck!

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I have most of her books and have audited a clinic with Mary plus several with her direct students. (Most auditing many years ago.) I think most of the controversy about Mary Wanless has to do with her personality not so much with her biomechanics. I find her books and diagrams very useful. The clin...

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I sold my horse trailer a year ago December. It was VERY similar to yours in age and amenities but a slightly less regarded brand.(CM all aluminum 2 horse straight load with ramp and grooming, walk through, warmblood size) Even tires were about same age. I did not put on new tires. I asked for $9000...

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I’m not involved in a lot of technological sites (ie Facebook, ticktock etc), but I enjoy coming here and to the other board :D . Mostly I just read, but I thoroughly enjoy reading. I’ve come to feel like I know most of the people who contribute here. I also like that this is a much friendlier board...

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I wanted to give you all an update! Cowboys recheck came up good! No green dot! This week I’ve been slowly tapering off his eye meds. He was actually pretty good throughout the process. My wonderful friend Alice came over Sat and Sun and did the am meds so I only had mid day and evening. Sue is back...

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I’m seeing an orthopedic hand,arm,shoulder surgeon with 40 years experience. He’s very matter of fact ie blunt. I think that’s good. He can’t tell me exactly what the surgery would be until he gets inside. He says it depends on the quality of the tissue. Sometimes it’s very thin and fragile, others ...

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Thanks Exvet! I’m feeling more hopeful this am. The pain isn’t totally gone (the doctor warned it might not be) but it is much better than it has been in months. I’m much more confident now that I’ll be able to handle medicating Cowboy. This eye problem is so worrisome especially since after a coupl...

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Sorry….Volta ran. Not vetrlin

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This story is about both my injury and Cowboys (24 year old buckskin quarter horse) hole in his cornea. We could both use jingles. :D Starting with me. Last June my right wrist started to ache and complain when twisting or lifting anything heavy. I’m right handed, of course. I ignored it assuming it...

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Although we can still do baths in the middle of the afternoons (high 60s to low 70s).

I find a damp rag/towel is the only thing that takes care of that surface dust. The curry or a body brush to bring it up then a damp towel.

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Congratulations! Super picture to see! Happy Thanksgiving!

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Yeah Piggy! Are you going to change his name since he “lost the excess weight”?

. Also congratulations to you for all your work (and worry).

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Chisamba, healing vibes heading your direction!

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I audited an L program several years ago. VERY worthwhile! Also IF you have the time available offer your services as a scribe to the participants. That will get you to the last two sessions (no auditors only participants) where they do the practice judging and testing. Hearing those discussions and...

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When crate training our dogs we always give a treat when putting them in the crate. It got so they would run into the crate any time we got out a treat. Also young puppies miss their litter mates when put to bed. Soft towels and cuddly toys can help plus we always had the crate in our bedroom so the...

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Wonderful news! From another person who has been on this long and difficult journey.

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I hope they can developer a test for this gene soon!

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