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    Laminitis Supplements ??? Any advice anyone ??

    I've used 'ungulat' on one horse and it seemed to help a lot. Didn't cure the problem, but the horse appeared to have a lot less discomfort walking. Took a few weeks.
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    fly rug or summer sheet?

    There are a number of sprays (e.g. silver spray) which will not only disinfect the wound, but also repel insects. Talk to your vet. This could be used in addition to a fly sheet (double protection) or perhaps instead. I agree that you need to keep flies off unitl the wound closes. If you buy a...
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    Laminitis - Severe Rotation - help and advice please?!

    Maybe this reference (http://www.laminitis.org/laminitis.html) will be helpful. It discusses frog supports and also the need to ensure that supports are not too thick. Also discusses a number of surgical options --- too complex for me but in your case I think it might be worth plowing through...
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    Colic update

    If your horse gets colic again, you may find this colic guide useful: http://wowhorses.com/horse-colic.html It explains what colic is, what causes it, how to prevent it and how to treat it. Hope you find interesting / usefull.
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    Bad Horse Transport! **Pics**

    Well, no pics of bad transport but how about a guide to correct transport: http://www.wowhorses.com/horse-transport.html
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    What does your horse cost you a month?

    In terms of both parts of the question (number of items, cost per month), the answer depends on many variables. Here is a potential list: - Stall - Bedding - Hay - Food supplements (e.g. grain, museli, mash), depending on the horse's condition and use - Salt, minerals - Farrier - Vet (this can...
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