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    Overnight, Madam Carrie Cat has eaten a whole P@H Tuna Steak!

    I'm very sorry to hear your update about MCC. Very difficult to lose such a lovely and entertaining companion
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    Barefoot, bitless and ''natural'' vs shod, bitted and ''traditional'' - your views?

    My horse is ridiculously sensitive. I have trialed 3 different bits and 3 different bitless bridles. She will end up in whatever she finds least objectionable! I started her in a treeless saddle as I had it to hand following several loan ponies who arrived unfit and fat with a fitting saddle...
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    Young horse struggling to put on weight.

    Don't underestimate how little energy there is in grass after the growing season has stopped! My Welsh A was losing weight too quickly in November last year when grazing ad lib on a rested paddock for 12 hours and in overnight with a net of 1% bodyweight hay. As a laminitic I weigh his nets and...
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    Young horse struggling to put on weight.

    She could probably do with access to good quality forage all the time not just for a few hours. That's always my go to when looking to get weight on. Good luck 👍🏻
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    Madam Carrie Cat has developed Feline Leukaemia.

    Hi RF, so sorry to hear about MCC. I think the best thing you can do in this situation is to ring Pet Plan and explain the situation. There is a thing they can do which is basically a pre-authorisation for treatment in some situations. I don't know if your situation would be covered but it's...
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    Attention all lurkers 👋

    Welcome 😊
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    Sheered heels and going barefoot

    Glad he seems to be progressing 😊 It would be interesting to see side on photos of the hoof on the ground. That should show if the angle of growth is changing which will give you the best idea of if his hoof is growing in with a tighter white line. Edited to add, don't mean to teach you to suck...
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    Rain Ranting Thread

    My ground was just starting to dry up.... Then yesterday's monsoon happened. *Sigh* Perhaps April will be better
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    WWYD Retirement options

    With careful monitoring at the start to make sure he is being properly integrated and settling well as you've said you intend then definitely try the track first. Particularly coming into spring and a bit too well! You can always move him again if necessary
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    What would you compromise on when buying a new horse?

    My budget has always been low and my compromise has always been experience. Luckily along the way I have realised the joy of teaching youngsters!
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    Sensitive Topic: Rider Weight/Fitness

    Totally this. An active lifestyle will be good for your health but is unlikely to do much to help you lose weight. My most effective, sustainable and healthy method of losing weight is to only eat food made myself (from recognisable ingredients) and cut out alcohol but otherwise not restrict...
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    Rushing to the vets with Essy, she's eaten a string

    Oh dear, sorry she hasn't learned her lesson but very glad to hear your quick thinking and reaction saved her from anything worse than a good vomit
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    Interview with Mike Farrell 'Should I give my dog Librela?'

    Very useful web chat thanks
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    Mutilation, straitjacket, misery extraordinaire (Fröjdis have been spayed)

    Ooo you are for it FL, revenge is a dish best served cold 😂
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    Healthy treats.

    Primula cheese paste. Peanut butter (make sure it doesn't contain xylitol which is poisonous to dogs) I use Whole Earth peanut butter. Not sure either would be considered healthy though. Both mine also love a wide range of fruit and veg. Particularly broccoli (which is carefully rationed due to...
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