Posted by Rick Burten on October 26, 2003 at 13:40:46:
In Reply to: Re: getting worse after each shoeing posted by anna bradley on October 26, 2003 at 12:43:54:
: Thanks V.much for replying. There has always been good hoof growth & my farrier does not take the sole away. Currently Oscar has nothing on his feet other than the steel NBS & he seems to get an increase in pulse leading to a laminitis attack about once a year at most. My farrier is trimming & resetting about once every 5-6 weeks, I'm sure my pony is wearing 41/2 inch shoes (he's 13.3hh). I just wondered whether he'd be better with one of the new type devices along with the NBS?? As before, any advice greatly appreciated.
Well, without some kind of frog, bars, etc support, there is a good chance that ther structures are somewhat prolapsed and contributing to the problem. Has any blood work been done to rule out Cushings, Insulin Resistance, etc?
Have you discussed the problem with your vet, and if so, what is the advise? You might also consider giving the pony some bute the day before, day of, and day after the farrsier work. this will help to keep the ongoing sub-clinical inflammation and pain, sub-clinical. If you decide this might be worth trying, consult your vet for the correct dosages.
Rick