Boggle- USA bound!

[Caol Ila]

It's that term- just because you can doesn't mean you should

LOL. I “accidentally” bought Fin because I realised waiting two years to ride Hermosa was going to be hard. He was a permanent solution to a temporary problem. I guess I could sell him but I like the bonkers fluffball too much.

Your new barn seems really nice, and it’s much better that he can be turned out with a buddy. I’m sure he’ll get over the pig in time. They all got used to them at Hermosa’s previous yard.

 

[teapot]

I haven't ridden in almost 18 months now after a few years of chucking money at training, lessons etc. Do I miss it, I think I miss just being around them more you know? (which you still have with the Bog monster).

I used the money saved from not having a lesson a week for a year for a week's holiday a few weeks ago and I got more out of it than any 45min sit on a horse... There's more to life, you've got other hobbies etc. Not riding isn't the end of the world, despite what some say! Only thing I really miss is the muscle fitness

 

[Michen]

I haven't ridden in almost 18 months now after a few years of chucking money at training, lessons etc. Do I miss it, I think I miss just being around them more you know? (which you still have with the Bog monster).

I used the money saved from not having a lesson a week for a year for a week's holiday a few weeks ago and I got more out of it than any 45min sit on a horse... There's more to life, you've got other hobbies etc. Not riding isn't the end of the world, despite what some say! Only thing I really miss is the muscle fitness

That is very sensible! Where did you go on holiday

Totally agree plus there isn’t the same eventing scene here. So I don’t have goals and FOMO. Really I am just sad there was so much more hacking for us to explore.

I don’t like the idea of Bog doing nothing. His his hocks are always best with movement. I don’t want him to turn into an old looking horse with no muscle and top line. I want him to still feel like the best Bog and keep his body in good shape so that he can have a happy comfortable rest of his days.

I was just looking at the beautiful Henry james bridle I bought back a month or so ago for him from the UK and feeling so sad but ya know what, it’ll still go on him. I can’t imagine I won’t be long reining him around the barn trails at the very least.

In a MASSIVE Pelham.

 

[maya2008]

If you can’t ever ride him again, but he’s happy retired, just keeping him and loving him will still fill your soul. My TB was my best friend even through the years of retirement. Riding other ponies was fun, but not the same. I don’t think you can really bond strongly to two at once.

It’ll be ok if this is it for riding. Then one day in the hopefully very distant future, when he’s no longer here, another special horse will come along. One found me this summer, a year after my beloved TB succumbed to age and arthritis.

 

[Michen]

If you can’t ever ride him again, but he’s happy retired, just keeping him and loving him will still fill your soul. My TB was my best friend even through the years of retirement. Riding other ponies was fun, but not the same. I don’t think you can really bond strongly to two at once.

Hoping he continues to improve, but wanting to tell you that it’ll be ok if he has to retire.

Thank you. It will. He’s for sure my bestie even if I’m not his most of the time

 

[BallyRoanBaubles]

It's that term- just because you can doesn't mean you should

Yep exactly! And I don’t want to be comparing all the time… but as you said it is a curse and not sure I can stay away

 

[teapot]

That is very sensible! Where did you go on holiday

Totally agree plus there isn’t the same eventing scene here. So I don’t have goals and FOMO. Really I am just sad there was so much more hacking for us to explore.

I don’t like the idea of Bog doing nothing. His his hocks are always best with movement. I don’t want him to turn into an old looking horse with no muscle and top line. I want him to still feel like the best Bog and keep his body in good shape so that he can have a happy comfortable rest of his days.

I was just looking at the beautiful Henry james bridle I bought back a month or so ago for him from the UK and feeling so sad but ya know what, it’ll still go on him. I can’t imagine I won’t be long reining him around the barn trails at the very least.

In a MASSIVE Pelham.

Just shy of a week in New York

I can understand the hacking thing, especially where you are, but don't give up all hope just yet. We all know horses come back from worse, and long reining your snorty bay pony may be quite fun! Can you long rein the pig too?

 

[Michen]

Just shy of a week in New York

I can understand the hacking thing, especially where you are, but don't give up all hope just yet. We all know horses come back from worse, and long reining your snorty bay pony may be quite fun! Can you long rein the pig too?

OMG I just had visions of the pig clipped on to Boggles saddle trotting alongside him.

One day, I'll post a photo of him on here lying down with that damn pig. Dusty- her name is!

 

[Michen]

Sorry for the spam today folks. Realised its 30 days/a month today since this happened. Here’s the video of how he was found before he fell down. Unable to lift his head.

Can you imagine the sheer trust and bravery of a horse walking onto a step up trailer in this state? He stayed on his feet the entire way down the windy mountain. It was the most white knuckled drive of my life, I don’t even know how I did it. I truly believe getting him into ICU when we did saved his life. But for him to have even agreed to step up (no ramp) into the trailer in this state with no need for encouragement is just awesome.

And to think where he is now!

 

[Emilieu]

Sorry for the spam today folks. Realised its 30 days/a month today since this happened. Here’s the video of how he was found before he fell down. Unable to lift his head.

Can you imagine the sheer trust and bravery of a horse walking onto a step up trailer in this state? He stayed on his feet the entire way down the windy mountain. It was the most white knuckled drive of my life, I don’t even know how I did it. I truly believe getting him into ICU when we did saved his life. But for him to have even agreed to step up (no ramp) into the trailer in this state with no need for encouragement is just awesome.

And to think where he is now!

That would break your heart

 

[Bradsmum]

It says so much about the relationship you have with him.

 

[Michen]

It says so much about the relationship you have with him.

It does, I’ll never forget the look on his face when I got there.

Guys Bog is SO happy and chilled he’s basically horizontal! And honestly his walk is far less exciting… I am no vet but but he’s improved again.

Waiting for the vet for some electro acupuncture

 

[Michen]

Oh well vet said he’s still ataxic, I thought he was fixed haha

 

[scats]

I reckon you’ll be back riding him in the spring

 

[Apercrumbie]

Oh well vet said he’s still ataxic, I thought he was fixed haha

I bet the vet noticed some improvements though! How was he showing as ataxic to him/her?

 

[meleeka]

Oh well vet said he’s still ataxic, I thought he was fixed haha

Are there measurements of ataxic? I would guess a lot of us wouldn’t spot it if it was very mild.

 

[Michen]

Ah you guys always pick me up, I don't know what I was thinking to think he was "fixed", got a bit ahead of myself! It was a vet who hasn't seen him before to do the e stim acupuncture. It's to do with the foot placement as he walks, apparently. I probably am getting used to it so see it less but she says it's un co ordinated but that a new/trainee vet wouldn't notice it though they may feel something isn't quite right but not know why.

Meleeka yes there are measurements he is a 1-2/5 so pretty much the lowest. He passes all the tail pull type tests so there's no "weakness" as such it's more co ordination with him.

Interestingly last check the vet thought he was more ataxic in front and barely noticeable behind, this time it was the other way round.

I guess the improvements I see myself are things like no/less leg buckling when he is walking. Quicker to back up with clear diagonal pairs. A less "extravagant" walk. I just can't see the subtle bits enough to know!

 

[Michen]

Here is the pre dinner meeting at the barn last night. Some of the horses just roam loose around as their turnout. I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to see Bog socializing and being pretty civilized and able to interact like a normal horse.

 

[meleeka]

Ah you guys always pick me up, I don't know what I was thinking to think he was "fixed", got a bit ahead of myself! It was a vet who hasn't seen him before to do the e stim acupuncture. It's to do with the foot placement as he walks, apparently. I probably am getting used to it so see it less but she says it's un co ordinated but that a new/trainee vet wouldn't notice it though they may feel something isn't quite right but not know why.

Meleeka yes there are measurements he is a 1-2/5 so pretty much the lowest. He passes all the tail pull type tests so there's no "weakness" as such it's more co ordination with him.

Interestingly last check the vet thought he was more ataxic in front and barely noticeable behind, this time it was the other way round.

I guess the improvements I see myself are things like no/less leg buckling when he is walking. Quicker to back up with clear diagonal pairs. A less "extravagant" walk. I just can't see the subtle bits enough to know!

Well I think that sounds positive. If it’s that subtle I can’t see why it would matter, unless he’s going round Badminton anytime soon!

 

[Laurac13]

The new place looks a lovely set up despite porky the piggie bog is doing fab

 

[little_critter]

Here is the pre dinner meeting at the barn last night. Some of the horses just roam loose around as their turnout. I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to see Bog socializing and being pretty civilized and able to interact like a normal horse.

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I know that when you were looking you had concerns about the roaming horses. The yard I’m on has a few elderly horses who potter around the yard. They cause no problem and I’m certain that if there was an issue my YO would rearrange things accordingly.

 

[splashgirl45]

The new place looks great and so relaxed which can only be good for both of you , just the pig to sort out

 

[ycbm]

Ah you guys always pick me up, I don't know what I was thinking to think he was "fixed", got a bit ahead of myself! It was a vet who hasn't seen him before to do the e stim acupuncture. It's to do with the foot placement as he walks, apparently. I probably am getting used to it so see it less but she says it's un co ordinated but that a new/trainee vet wouldn't notice it though they may feel something isn't quite right but not know why.

Meleeka yes there are measurements he is a 1-2/5 so pretty much the lowest. He passes all the tail pull type tests so there's no "weakness" as such it's more co ordination with him.

Interestingly last check the vet thought he was more ataxic in front and barely noticeable behind, this time it was the other way round.

I guess the improvements I see myself are things like no/less leg buckling when he is walking. Quicker to back up with clear diagonal pairs. A less "extravagant" walk. I just can't see the subtle bits enough to know!

If they are that subtle that he passes the tail pull stability test I'd struggle to understand why he couldn't be hacking about in the spring.
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[Michen]

If they are that subtle that he passes the tail pull stability test I'd struggle to understand why he couldn't be hacking about in the spring.
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I don’t think I’d ride him unless he was 100% normal. He’s so sharp and quick and buzzy its not like he would just plod about. I’d need to know he knew 100% where his feet are or I think I would find it very nerve racking.

There’s been a number of times I’ve said a thankful prayer for his surefootedness when he’s done something dumb!

 

[YourValentine]

You should teach Bog to come to call/whistle, like a dog. Then you can go hiking with him loose like a big dog I bet there are no rules about horses needing to be on leads (yet)

He could carry the water bottles & snacks

 

[Michen]

Obviously he’s wound up here as his Arabian amigo called to him but when the vet on Friday says do you really think he knows where his feet are, I look at this and kind of think ummm yes!

I just can’t see the lack of co ordination in the walk, clearly why I am not a vet and never would have been a good one.

 

[Michen]

Ps always nice when I get this face from him

Least he’s cute after.

 

[meesha]

He looks great, if there's that much improvement in such a short space of time I would also be hopeful for spring !!

Love the barn you are at.

 

[SEL]

He looks more aware and balanced than many I know!

If you didn't know his history and he was offered to you to ride then I don't think neuro problems would even be on your radar

 

[DabDab]

I can see what they mean, particularly in the start of that video, in that his leg movement and foot placement isn't entirely consistent. But it's also not the very deliberate stompy walk that he had in that video a week or so ago.

I suppose it might also might look more pronounced to a vet who is not used to seeing that native pony up and down marchy movement much...I presume it is more smoother-moving types that are common over there