Posted 2014-04-28 7:53 AM Subject: My horse appears sluggish
boon
Posts: 3
Lately I am becoming extremely discouraged. I have a 12 year old mare, and lately she appears sluggish after the first barrel. Going into the arena, she is a ball a fire and has no issue charging to the first barrel, but once we get around it, she appears to take her time completing the rest of the pattern. I currently have her on Blue Seal Strider. Does anyone have any recommendations on what types of supplements or even feed brands I should try to put more pep in her step?
Posted 2014-04-28 8:00 AM Subject: RE: My horse appears sluggish
Elite Veteran
Posts: 639 Location: God's country...aka TEXAS
I would have her scoped. My horse would do the same thing, and it was because he was a bleeder. They can't breathe and feel like they are suffocating. Not saying this is what is wrong with your horse for sure, but just a suggestion.
Posted 2014-04-28 8:43 AM Subject: RE: My horse appears sluggish
boon
Posts: 3
Thank you for your responses. It's only when she is on the pattern. At home, I ride her a few times a week, and she is fine. No issues at all. I did try the flair strips to see if they would make a difference, and in all honestly, I didn't notice a change. She breaths normal.
My horse appears sluggish
