Update on Gamble the Dumped Foal

Tbh in that second picture they don't actually look *too* bad. He can stand on them at least.
I have lots of experience of this in lambs but only ever seen one foal with it. I think the problem will be that it hasn't been sorted straight away, but I think with corrective farriery he should come right.

In a lamb I would be gently stretching and straightrning the legs a few times a day and making sure it had loads of room to move about. What does the vet say?

I'd love to see a pic of the whole foal! :)
 
Only just read these two threads, great news that hes doing better this morning, well done for taking him on, and what a fabulous mare you have there
please do keep us updated :)
 
Thank god for people like you and your friend :-)
Best wishes to little gamble!

(I was expecting a gypsy cob foal but looking at the pics of his leg he doesnt look like one?!)
 
Just seen both these threads, what a fantastic job you are doing and such a luck boy to land on his feet with you, look forward to updates on his progress :)
 
jess_ said:
(I was expecting a gypsy cob foal but looking at the pics of his leg he doesnt look like one?!)
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Me too, he looks finely bred (as in not heavy cob type). In any case, I've seen contracted tendons worse than that sorted out, although it can take time. Can't wait to see a full pic although I appreciate your reasons for not putting any up at this time.
 
I think you are both wonderful for helping Gamble.I had a foal with similar problems and he came good so fingers crossed Gamble will too. Thank God he was left where you amazing people could find him. xxx
 
Lovely to read of your compassion and concern. All good wishes for the little chap, and your kind mare.
 
You and your friend are doing a lovely thing for Gamble, bless him! I am near to Lewes, so please PM if you need any help etc.
That leg looks very fixable with help from the farrier and vet and other positive stories of success. Good Luck!
 
Vet has just left and is optimistic for him. The scouring is still a worry but has improved slightly. He is to stay on milk replacer fore now til his tummy settles down.
Regarding his contracted tendons we have been shown some Physio and massage to do twice daily. They can go out couple of hours morning and afternoon but need to come in for feed and a rest while he is so weak.
They are in the starvation paddock as it is flat and ground is quite hard.
Remedial farrier is coming tomorrow to see him. Have mentioned to him that his feet feel really brittle and dry almost flaky.
Vet has taken some bloods and photos and is going to discuss splints with the consultant.
Regarding comments about being a coloured hairy type we thought he was maybe the other type favoured by that ilk. The finer type found in the two wheel buggy driving.
The people who dumped him came along the footpath between the neighbours. Cut a hole through the hedge, dismantled the post and rail and shoved him through. He obviously made towards the other horses which were in the adjacent field.
Hopefully we are heading towards turning the corner.
Oh and we also put the foal slip on and lead out and in with him following the mare. Felt it was better to start now while he was weak and not leave it til he is recovered.
So he is currently having a little wobble around outside
 
Poor little lad, so glad you found him. What callous barstewards to dump him and leave him to his own devices.

Do you need anything? foal rug, delivery of pot noodles, sleep?
 
Aww bless him, such an awful start in life I'm so glad he found you guys and has a chance!

Sat here welling up at the thought of someone being so callous as to leave a defenseless broken baby for someone else to deal with! Please keep up with the updates, I have everything crossed for the little mite.

Good luck Gamble x x
 
RebelRebel said:
Poor little lad, so glad you found him. What callous barstewards to dump him and leave him to his own devices.

Do you need anything? foal rug, delivery of pot noodles, sleep?
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Ah thanks for the offer but other half met a lady last night the foaling bank put us in contact with and she delivered everything they thought we needed.
He has a better wardrobe than me
Sleep would be great but we have done it in three hour shifts so have had some. Don't feel to tired now that is probably the coffee and positive vibes.
We both feel quite good about ourselves today
 
Well done, lucky lad to have found you. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for him, the people who dumped him don't deserve to have horses and certainly shouldn't be breeding them, it makes me angry and sad that there seems to be nothing that can be done about it.
 
CobRambler said:
Regarding comments about being a coloured hairy type we thought he was maybe the other type favoured by that ilk. The finer type found in the two wheel buggy driving
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Well done for all your efforts and having just read the awful thread about these 'races' imagine the life you're saving him from if he is of that type.

Best of luck with him.

Edit me too on the PayPal vets bill offer!
 
Ahh this thread gives me so much hope! Well done OP for being so compassionate, I know a lot of people who would have palmed the poor mite off on someone else rather than taking on the responsibility. Keeping my fingers crossed for you :)
 
Thank you very much for those of you offering a donation it is very kind. Please don't think we are ungrateful but we could not except. From the money side my friend is pretty comfortable and has chosen to take his responsibility on. If the vets talk thousands and surgery then that is different and doubtful he would have it or survive it.
This little lad really has fallen on his feet. If you really want to spare that donation we would say pick a horse charity of your choice and give to those that really are not so lucky. Give it with Gamble's blessing.
Please don't think us rude is just the way we feel but thanks again for the kind offer.
 
Thanks so much for the update. I too admire the time and effort you and your friend are taking with this little one. I absolutely hope there is a happy outcome for him.

I might be wrong, but at 4 months or so old, I suspect the damage is done with regards his leg and unless some radical treatment is recommended it may be that he's stuck with the issue.

Fingers crossed though - I hope something can be done for him.

If the vets talk thousands and surgery then that is different and doubtful he would have it or survive it.
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Really sensible.
 
PollyP99 said:
Well done for all your efforts and having just read the awful thread about these 'races' imagine the life you're saving him from if he is of that type.

Best of luck with him.

Edit me too on the PayPal vets bill offer!
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I would be happy to donate to help as well. if everyone sent a pound it would soon add up. I just made my dad (73) cry !! I was telling him about what you are doing for gamble and he wants to help too !! He loves the horses and its really touched him what you have done for gamble. xxx
 
1. Admire you hugely for taking him on and dealing so well with all the implications!
2. Admire you hugely for staying up with him and checking his well-being.
3. Admire your old mare!
4. Admire you just as much for suggesting that donations go to other less fortunate horses.
5. I just wish there were lots more people like you around and have had a little sniff while reading both threads.
 
moleskinsmum said:
1. Admire you hugely for taking him on and dealing so well with all the implications!
2. Admire you hugely for staying up with him and checking his well-being.
3. Admire your old mare!
4. Admire you just as much for suggesting that donations go to other less fortunate horses.
5. I just wish there were lots more people like you around and have had a little sniff while reading both threads.
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This exactly. Nothing much to add other than I really hope the little guy makes it and you've given him the best chance possible.
Going to stop reading this thread now as keep sniffing at work and people are giving me funny looks.
 
CobRambler said:
Thank you very much for those of you offering a donation it is very kind. Please don't think we are ungrateful but we could not except. From the money side my friend is pretty comfortable and has chosen to take his responsibility on. If the vets talk thousands and surgery then that is different and doubtful he would have it or survive it.
This little lad really has fallen on his feet. If you really want to spare that donation we would say pick a horse charity of your choice and give to those that really are not so lucky. Give it with Gamble's blessing.
Please don't think us rude is just the way we feel but thanks again for the kind offer.
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^^^^ that shows just how genuine you are. well done for your work with the little lad guess he has to be thankful he was shoved through your fencing and not left to die.
 
blackbess said:
Firstly well done OP.
Is the photo's in your album of Gamble? Just a wee bit confused as the 2nd photo is of a cow hoove?



http://www.cattletoday.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=71580&start=15

Wasn't sure if you were using it as example of contracted tendons?
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Oh good god I uploaded the wrong picture it took me hours to get those two on. I spent so much time surfing the web reading up on the condition and studying images to see what his is most like I saved and put up the wrong link and picture.
Must of been the straw bed saw that so went with pic.
Thanks for pointing it out I better check the other link as I hope have not done the same there
 
CobRambler said:
Oh good god I uploaded the wrong picture it took me hours to get those two on. I spent so much time surfing the web reading up on the condition and studying images to see what his is most like I saved and put up the wrong link and picture.
Must of been the straw bed saw that so went with pic.
Thanks for pointing it out I better check the other link as I hope have not done the same there
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Lol! No wonder, you must be completely exhausted. Good luck with the wee man and well done again x
 
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