This has gone on too long.

It's so obvious you love him OP, what a happy outcome well done for persevering. The picture of him curled up in the field like a foal brought a lump to my throat. Can't wait to see updates.
 
Feeling very annoyed with myself as feel like I gave away a decent m/w rug on eBay earlier this week for an utter bargain - was only 5'6" so may have been too small but if timings had been different I'd have hauled it off and sent it to you to try on him - would rather Prince had had it for free!
 
Good morning (: haven't been to see him yet as im live in at work until 4 today, but someone's going down to feed at 8, 12 then il feed at 4 and 8. Then i'l be off for a week for pampering and much needed appointments.

To the kind souls that want to send things, thank you so much! If anyones got a spare pair of large overreach boots knocking around i'd be grateful. He makes this god awful noise when he walks, im sure its his back hooves hitting his front ones and it makes your whole body cringe! Its like having someone with tapdancing shoes stamping around the field!
He's currently wearing kyra's too small (and dare i say it, fluffy) ones but with feet the size of dinner plates they are just sitting pertly on top like teacups on a saucer!
Also thank you all. i've probably bitten off more than i can chew but im not scared, i've got such wonderful support on here and we love you all.
Its amazing to think he's not going to go hungry for days at a time anymore and he's just going to get fatter!
 
Just wanted to say well done for not giving up on this horse! I read the original thread and have wondered what the outcome would be. Well what a fabulous turn of events. I took on a rescue case and it is the most rewarding thing ever. Sorry no help with the large over reach boots - all mine are only a medium but I will ask at the yard later. You will probably find with a decent farrier that the forging (guessing that's what he's doing) will stop anyway. Huge pat on back to you and hope you have done a little happy dance.......I know I have! :D
 
So heartwarming. Prince will finally lead a comfortable life from now on, thanks to you. It's the least any horse deserves, poor thing.

And what a lovely gesture that other HHOers are offering their spare equipment. How generous! This whole story has really tugged on the old heart strings!!

You are Prince's saviour, well done. You should be proud of yourself. Looking forward to updates :)
 
Just caught up with this - well done OP, looks like a lovely future is in store for him. Hows the feeding going? Our old boy (29yo TB) is on speedibeet and fast fibre nuts this summer, have to say he's only been on the fast fibre for a few weeks and on no new grass and he has picked up a huge amount in that time - might be worth asking about too (apologies if I've missed other feeding things). It seems very palatable, and is soaked so easy for old teeth - plus ours is prone to choke so its great feeding him something virtually impossible to choke on! :)
 
Stencilface said:
Just caught up with this - well done OP, looks like a lovely future is in store for him. Hows the feeding going? Our old boy (29yo TB) is on speedibeet and fast fibre nuts this summer, have to say he's only been on the fast fibre for a few weeks and on no new grass and he has picked up a huge amount in that time - might be worth asking about too (apologies if I've missed other feeding things). It seems very palatable, and is soaked so easy for old teeth - plus ours is prone to choke so its great feeding him something virtually impossible to choke on! :)
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He's on speedi beet and hay at the moment, just to get him used to regular feeds. He's very very prone to choke, he doesnt seem to think to chew when i goes in his mouth! I have a feeling his teeth will be foul but my vet is a registered dentist so il ask her to take a look. Fast fiber is a good shout though. I'm off to the tack shop later to pick up a wormer, no doubt his first. so i'll get some advice and a feed list from them (: Thank you!
 
If he is prone to colic you need to give him some probiotics with and after you worm him.

If anyone could get some rugs I have up to you , you can hav them. They are stable rugs and turn out. They came from a horse that was dumped on me. They will fit a 16hh plus.

I will Pm you
 
Where in Essex are you, OP? PM if you like. If you are near my shop come up and see me and I'll donate some feed/supplies.
 
Another good food for older horses - Old Faithful from Allen and Page, my 19 yr old really bulks up on it. Its easy to eat, which helps him as his teeth aren't great.

So pleased it has all worked out :)
 
Well done OP what a great result!!! Lucky Prince!
What rug size is he? I have a spare brand new still in the bag 6'3 heavyweight stable rug with neck going spare - got it last year, too big for my horse and I never got round to taking it back to the shop - if you'd like it, PM me your address and I'll post it to you.
 
Simple Systems are a very good feed for putting weight on. Their grass nuts and Lucie nut together give a nice big bucket and if made really wet helps the hydration. SS is the feed of choise of the EMW (Equine Market Watch) here is a link to a case on Arabian Lines http://arabianlines.com/forum1/topic_new.asp?TOPIC_ID=51511. It shows how a very bad neglect case can be turned around.

As he is an Anglo Arab I would be interested in his breeding ,more the Arab side tha the TB side.
 
paulineh said:
Simple Systems are a very good feed for putting weight on. Their grass nuts and Lucie nut together give a nice big bucket and if made really wet helps the hydration. SS is the feed of choise of the EMW (Equine Market Watch) here is a link to a case on Arabian Lines http://arabianlines.com/forum1/topic_new.asp?TOPIC_ID=51511. It shows how a very bad neglect case can be turned around.

As he is an Anglo Arab I would be interested in his breeding ,more the Arab side tha the TB side.
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Yes the BHS lady, said that simple systems greengold? (i think) would be good when his feeds get abit more regular. Right now he's so confused about being fed more than once every few days that he doesn't seem to no whats going on when the food arrives!

As soon as i get his passport i'll post the bloodlines on here.
 
Just wow. What a wonderful girl you are Jessi. I do hope Prince brings you as much joy as you clearly will do him. I just wonder too whether given the vet's comments about his liver it might be worth seeing if there is a good supplement for that - people on here will know! Good luck to you both x x
 
Jessi&Magic said:
And there shall be updates!

The lovely, lovely! BHS lady gave me some brilliant feed advice and he's having speedi beet up to his eyeballs in as many small feeds as i can manage a day.

When i went to tell him (because horses need to know these things) he was in his usual spot, head down, tail limp. Not even bothering to swipe at the many flies buzzing all over him. I walked past, as usual, and he bearly lifted his head. I walked straight to the tack room, gathered my grooming tools, fly fringe, fly spray and a bucket of soaked feed and went back to him. I gave him the feed and proceeded to remove the matts, mud and winter coat. Cleaned his thrushy feet with hibi, frog disinfectant and stockholm tar and dealt with the flies. The final touch was a brand new headcollar and for once in many, many years he actually looked like someones horse.
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tears in eyes, lump in throat. Well done Jessi :) cant wait to see pictures in the near future of him!! :)
 
I am quite sure you already know this, but perhaps be a bit careful in the beginning as it is a delicate thing feeding up extremely underweight horses. Suddenly giving large amounts can cause all sorts of problems, including colic, choke, liver problems, etc. Worming can also be problematic if there is a large worm burden. It's quite important to get the vitamin/mineral balances right in the beginning, and protein levels need to be kept under 12%. Very good quality carbohydrate and oil are a good way to up the calories - could you perhaps talk to one of the feed companies nutritionists, or one of the equine rescue charities?

ETA I see you've already spoken to the BHS about this; good idea.
 
Cortez said:
I am quite sure you already know this, but perhaps be a bit careful in the beginning as it is a delicate thing feeding up extremely underweight horses. Suddenly giving large amounts can cause all sorts of problems, including colic, choke, liver problems, etc. Worming can also be problematic if there is a large worm burden. It's quite important to get the vitamin/mineral balances right in the beginning, and protein levels need to be kept under 12%. Very good quality carbohydrate and oil are a good way to up the calories - could you perhaps talk to one of the feed companies nutritionists, or one of the equine rescue charities?

ETA I see you've already spoken to the BHS about this; good idea.
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All advice is taken in!
He's on around 3/4 scoop on speedi beet as many times a day as possible, just small potions and ad lib hay. BHS suggested mirconised linseed and eventually simply systems greengold. They told me to keep away from molasses.
In regards to worming i was going to speak to the lady at the tack shop that administers them but last time my friend got a wormy underweight colt we were advised panacur 5 day so i assume they may suggest that. I've got to get a worm count kit for Kyra anyway so i'll get him checked.
thank you (:
 
well done jess for continuing to try, and with a fabulous result :)

with regard to the liver results, milk thistle is fabulous for helping the liver cope and recover. my old girl (30 years old) had some liver issues a couple of years ago and vet advised to use milk thistle, it helped a huge amount and is totally safe which is more important. feed wise i would stick with what your'e doing, the BHS officers will know what to suggest and it sounds like they have been prince's life line finally.

best of luck with him and look forwrd to updates on his progress.
 
Just caught up with this thread. Another one who's all misty-eyed :) Well done OP for battling for him, Prince will now have the life he deserves in his old age. Regular updates will be needed, of course :P
 
Wow, what a fantastic outcome. I'm so pleased for you, and Prince. You really are a Star. Would be so nice to see his progress. You are quite amazing. Can hardly wait for more news and pictures
 
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