RIP Laddie----Very sad-----Going to have to put a horse down

[ThreeBoysChicks]

Ed and Greg,

Sending prayers your way. I lost a 28 year old last spring to a twisted stomach adn then this past fall I lost my 16 year old Belgian to twisted stomach. I know how difficult it is. Reading your latest news is amazing and I do pray that Laddie will recover fully.

 

[MaggieRae]

I'm sorry about this. My horse, Dakota (whose in my avatar by the way), was a little malnourished when I got him. He went from getting a handful of oats as enticement to walk up to the people, to getting two big scoops a day. He went from an almost swamp-like place to beautiful, very green land. So it makes sense that his soggy hooves couldn't handle his sudden weight gain. Luckily, we caught this very early on and his hoof didn't twist at all and there wasn't any ridge grow out.

I truly hope that your horse gets better.

 

[SunshineSteedFarm]

I am so sorry, I hope he keeps improving

 

[92caddy]

Thanks everyone, sorry I didnt post yesterday, been a busy day. He is still with us. He is still laying down more then I like, but he will get up for me and move around some, with me making him move. He wont get up for Greg or the boy. He is still a bit shaking when hes up and moving. The guy that does our horses hoof hasnt come yet, he wants to wait and see if he pulls thru. Im looking for another one cause I think his feet need taken care of NOW, not later. Im going to the vet tomorrow to get more meds for Laddie.

Thanks again to everyone, it means alot to me and Greg.................

 

[WhiteWingedDove]

Sending good thoughts and vibes for you Ed, Greg, and Laddie.

 

[AkTomboy]

I have been where you and your family are my heart breaks for you.

 

[Terri O]

Keep up the good care Ed! Our Spanish Mustang got into the grain when we were at the state horse show and foundered BAD! She was given a 20% chance to pull through...after 4 nights in the emergency hospital she came home with absolutely no hoof rotation! She gave birth to a healthy foal the next spring...no one even knew she was pregnant! My daughter is running her in jumpers (she is so fast!) and she has no remaining effects from the founder 3 years later....miracles DO happen! Keep up the good work and we are all praying for you and Greg and especially Laddie! Terri O who loves to horse camp!

 

[Soccer Mom]

Just sending good thoughts your way. I have an elderly pony mare that we rescued. She was terribly foundered, but the bone hadn't rotated. Today she is feisty and fast. It was a long road, but when I see her racing across the pasture, I'm so glad we gave her the chance.

I agree that prompt farrier attention is a must. Ours came out every few weeks to make small adjustments to Dory's feet. I'd definitely find another one who didn't want to just wait and see if the animal made it.

 

[Rafter 7 Paint Horses]

Did the vet ex ray Laddie's feet? Do you know if the coffin bone has rotated, and to what degree?

When I had to put Shazam down, the coffin bone had rotated so much that it broke through the sole of his hoof.
I hope you can get the medical help to prevent this from happening to Laddie.

Sending good wishes for a speedy recovery to Laddie,

Jean

 

[Chickerdoodle13]

I'm so sorry to hear this Caddy. The hardest thing I've done in my life was put down my horse. She was my best friend and was always there when I needed her. These animals steal a huge part of our hearts and its hard to let them go.

So a HUGE hug from NJ for you and your partner.