Recent content by atha16

I am from Denmark.stumbled upon this forum as I was looking for a good alternative to the danish forums. This one lokes interesting and huge. I have one horse, a trotter I bought ten years ago. I am only usibg him for small rides. If any questions, just ask :-)

That is the big problem. It is impossible to keep the bedding clean where he is now.

Ok. I have some trouble getting him to lift his feet and doesnt like me picking his hooves either. Perhaps he is afraid that I touch his frog where the thrush is. So it could very likely be that he has sore hooves. Damb! Wish I could do something about it in the near future.

Does thrush hurt the horse and how do you know if it does?

Hi! Live in Denmark and is the owner of one horse. I wouldnt say that Denmark is a good horse country. It is damp and rainy plus windy most of the year. Lots of problems with thrush and skin infections. You often need a place where you can ride indoor. The wets are ok. A few horse hospitals...