sarahlowe
Member
Jasper is a 28 yr old arab gelding who we have had for 9 years. He is in great health, and is still in light work, although, we stopped jumping him a few years ago due to stiffness behind. He is very lively and willing when ridden.
About 6 weeks ago we found him unable to get up in the morning, called the vet who gave him IV painkillers and after a stressfull 24 hours he got up and seemed none the worse for it. At the time we thought he had got stuck under his stable gate and that was what caused it.
Two days ago it happened again. He had been down in the field during the day (was very muddy) but seemed fine when we brought him in. In the morning he was unable (or didn't want to?) to get up. We made him comfortable and fed him regularly and, again, after most of the day. He struggled to his feet. He was very weak but is now back to 'normal' and seems fine.
Any suggestions - pain killers? joint supplements? - from anyone who has had a similar experience would be greatfully received.
Many thanks for your help.
About 6 weeks ago we found him unable to get up in the morning, called the vet who gave him IV painkillers and after a stressfull 24 hours he got up and seemed none the worse for it. At the time we thought he had got stuck under his stable gate and that was what caused it.
Two days ago it happened again. He had been down in the field during the day (was very muddy) but seemed fine when we brought him in. In the morning he was unable (or didn't want to?) to get up. We made him comfortable and fed him regularly and, again, after most of the day. He struggled to his feet. He was very weak but is now back to 'normal' and seems fine.
Any suggestions - pain killers? joint supplements? - from anyone who has had a similar experience would be greatfully received.
Many thanks for your help.