--- Anna Hopkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Gloi and the horses got their feet trimmed on Thurs. They were
> long
> and chipped even though it had only been 5 weeks. My
> farrier/barefoot
> trimmer has been doing my horses for over 5 years with excellent
> results. She used the nippers which she does on occasion, but this
> time I think she took his a bit too short. Starting Friday
> afternoon
> he seemed to be very sore. Not wanting to move much and wanting to
> hang out in the soft stalls. His 'white line' actually looks
> pink.
> I have some bute I could give him but worry about him moving too
> much
> and maybe making things worse. Don't know. Any suggestions.
>
> Thanks,
> Anna
> (who can hardly imagine how bad Raven must feel, when I hurt seeing
> Gloi being just uncomfortable.)
>
This can happen from time to time....just let your farrier or
barefoot trimmer know that they were sore after the trim, and tell
them about the discoloration change in their white line.
We like it if we get a call when the owner notices something, that
way we can talk to the owner directley and give them suggestions of
what to do. We can never help 6 weeks later when we come back
out.....So call your trimmer, its their job to help you out if their
is an issue with the trim.
Aside from that soreness from something like this usually only lasts
a few days....give them the best pasture or paddock for soreness, and
soaking is epsom salt can be a mild relief from any discomfort.....
Skye
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