Recent content by Dydie

So relieved to say we had a big healthy filly just after midnight last night :D Mum needed some assistance as not quite turned fully so she came out sideways with front feet and head together but they are both doing really well Thank you so much for all your comments and support xx

Not sure Spring Feather ? I must admit I didn't ask as I have not used these strips before, I used to work on Studs but it was a million years ago and things seem to have changed a bit since then ;) I was hoping she might have it last night after the vets poking around but sadly still...

Sorry if I didn't make it clear ... the vet did scan as well as doing an internal, no sign of placentitis, he also checked temp and used a calcium strip ?? to test her milk, he reckons she is ready but the foal is hopefully being lazy but worst case scenario can't turn or is being compromised...

Thanks for your responses ... I had the vet out earlier today and the foal is still alive but is not moving much and showed little response to the vet prodding it, the foal is still very low down in the uterus and was not in any kind of position which would suggest its looking to re-position any...

Words of wisdom being sought here as I'm now a tired emotional wreck and fearing all sorts of complications :( I have a Mare who was unknowingly purchased in foal, unable to find any history about her, who the sire was or when she is "due". I had her scanned in Feb as my suspicions grew...

As a 5yr old schooling and continuing the hard work of education will help him get the balance, its hard work for him to carry himself ! However a good bit to try is the Danger Bit (search for it on google or in the bit bank) it is an N/S loose ring lozenge snaffle which is kind but when the...

My boy has similar issues we tried loads but the Ideal Suzannah was by far the best and saddler says it will easily alter with flocking adjustments as he changes shape Most comfy saddle for rider too, really feels like it locks you in position

Just looked at the ebay advert, looks like a lovely saddle for a good price and the measurements are clearly stated from D to D the fact that it has been flocked tightly makes no difference to the tree and in fact you can see in the pictures that the flocking is fairly tight. It states that it...