Recent content by SonkyDonkey

Hi, Has anyone got any advice/exercises to try for a horse that always changes about a stride late in front? Initially it was suggested that it would improve with time but that sadly doesnt seem to have happened! My instructor and I have tried many different exercises to get him up in the...

I took my horse to university with me, during my third year I even had both of my horses with me at uni on DIY livery (There was no one at home who was able to look after my old boy during third year). It was a big commitment but I wouldn't have changed it at all!! I went to Aberystwyth Uni and...

I’m so sorry Nudibranch that you are going through a similar experience, it’s heartbreaking. Unfortunately, deep down I agree with many of you that retirement or PTS may be the kindest option for him but of course I am always hoping for some mirical to occur which makes him happy...

Yes a neurological exam was performed and he was all fine so not a neurological pain either. X-rays of his hocks were not taken before steroid injections, there were many reasons for this and if they work in the next few weeks X-rays will then be taken.

Hi, I am sorry if this turns out a little long, I will try and keep it concise, but I am now out of ideas of how to help my boy and what is best for him in the future. As a bit of background, he is a 7 year old, 17.2 warmblood who I have owned for 3 years. He has a laid back attitude and on a...

Thank you both. The vet did stress withdrawal must be done slowly so when he does come of this the dose will be gradually dropped over a few weeks. The decision to turn him away instead of rehabbing him through the shockwave was discussed at depth with the vet and physio involved (it...

Hi has anyone had any experience of using Gabapentin for horses, particularly for back pain? I anyone has used it for their horse: How long did it take to notice a difference? How long was it given for? What happened when you came off it? Overall, would you say it was successful? My...