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Conflicting treatment yes, but ice and rest will not cause further damage if it is an abscess at this point. But poultice and movement could worsen soft tissue. Hence go for ice and rest, then vet on Monday

I would ice and rest until Monday as that's what the vet would suggest for soft tissue anyway. Which wont do any harm if it is an abscess. Also tubbing and a poultice wouldn't hurt if he goes abscess lame. abscess usually get worse before they get better

and the 90% buying privately still have to meet strict guidelines, and are paying for it our of their own pocket, the benefit is that they will save the NHS money in the long run when they don't suffer from obesity related conditions. So win win for the NHS and the public that fund it. Why do...

I honestly don't see why it is so horrifying if someone needs to use them for life to stay healthy. There are many conditions where people medicate for life

I am not sure what the huge issue is in the case that someone may need to go back on them as required, or need them for life? It is likely to be a lower dose, as they only need to maintain, not lose. Is it any difference to going on blood pressure meds etc? Surely it is better than being obese...

Wolds Exclusive Bling are local to me and as such a few people locally have them. They look stunning and do not have to be bling if that is not your thing. I don't think you would get better

I would think its been picked up in the field, looks very much like wire to me

It is likely because your horse is feeling more comfortable in their gut and therfore relaxed

Honestly I would, Its not giving up. It is giving you the best chance to succeed. The inconsistency is making my normally sensible 16yr old slightly sharp hacking. I wouldn't risk it with a baby, as at the moment it will likely be easily rectified. However you just do not want to inadvertently...

Having had a couple days when he has been in more than usual I am finding it am going through a lot. Taking a lot of wet out

I agree, but I would wait for spring summer to do this. Consistency is so hard this time of year, and even bombproof companions can be a bit fresh

Its ok, i am still undecided. I tried leaving the wet in to take out once or twice a week. But that didn't work for me. It is a big deep bed but he does seem to mix it up. He is a big horse though I now take the wet patch out everyday but dont disturb the rest of the base, and that works...

I am another who wouldn't sperate - it is simply not worth the risk. The mares are more likely to get upset by things that normally wouldn't bother them, as there is already a level of anxiety from leaving the foals. They may not show this anxiety until something tips them over the edge I...

For arthritis 100% yes.

Mine was wonderful safe as houses and happy to sharpen up, step up a gear. Only on request 🥰