JLD
Well-Known Member
Ok. My Pony developed laminitis despite strict weight/feed/grazing management in the summer after a skin infection led to lymphangitis. Gradually he was reintroduced to limited grazing over late summer. Doing well now yarded overnight with free access to stable out during day once frost melted. Has soaked hay with oats straw chaff to nibble at. Now vet says very high risk if turnout on ANY cold sunny day regardless of frost. I can't make an all weather turnout. He has a little yard prob 40' x 15' to potter in when not turned out but this isn't much and I am beginning to wonder what sort of quality of life we are heading for ( not considering pts before anyone wonders ) . He is only 11 but not ridden , I do a bit of in hand work/walking out etc but can't do anymore due to work/time commitment. I took him in after previous owner was unable to sell/loan/give away and love him dearly - I just want to do right by him . I know my set up isn't perfect but don't think 'suitable' homes with more time are exactly begging for him !