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| Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
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Location: California | rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though. | |
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Location: Arkansas | Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 4:08 PM
rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though.
What did you find out from chiro today?? | |
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Location: California | Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 7:59 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 4:08 PM
rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though.
What did you find out from chiro today??
She ended up rescheduling :( I had a masterson method guy out on Monday and he said Ace was great except right where a rider sits which is apparently the main acupuncture spot for gastric ulcers... Last time the chiro was out Ace’s left shoulder was dropped, pain responses where I sit, in front of hips, and on sacrum. After the adjustment that all went away. 2 weeks later it was all back (his shoulder still seems level though). It may be a constant battle until the ulcers are gone. | |
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Location: Arkansas | Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 10:34 PM
Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 7:59 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 4:08 PM
rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though.
What did you find out from chiro today??
She ended up rescheduling : ( I had a masterson method guy out on Monday and he said Ace was great except right where a rider sits which is apparently the main acupuncture spot for gastric ulcers... Last time the chiro was out Ace’s left shoulder was dropped, pain responses where I sit, in front of hips, and on sacrum. After the adjustment that all went away. 2 weeks later it was all back (his shoulder still seems level though ). It may be a constant battle until the ulcers are gone.
Y'all have sure had a journey. . . | |
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Location: California | Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 9:48 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 10:34 PM
Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 7:59 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 4:08 PM
rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though.
What did you find out from chiro today??
She ended up rescheduling : ( I had a masterson method guy out on Monday and he said Ace was great except right where a rider sits which is apparently the main acupuncture spot for gastric ulcers... Last time the chiro was out Ace’s left shoulder was dropped, pain responses where I sit, in front of hips, and on sacrum. After the adjustment that all went away. 2 weeks later it was all back (his shoulder still seems level though ). It may be a constant battle until the ulcers are gone.
Y'all have sure had a journey. . .
I believe I’m over due for some smooth sailing.... Lol | |
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Location: Arkansas | Serenity06 - 2018-06-23 11:01 AM
Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 9:48 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 10:34 PM
Chandler's Mom - 2018-06-22 7:59 PM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-22 4:08 PM
rodeomom3 - 2018-06-22 11:47 AM
Serenity06 - 2018-06-20 10:29 AM Just wanted to share my story as a heads up really! For quite a few years now I’ve been adamant at feeding a low sugar/starch grain, free choice grass hay, and 24/7 turn out when not being worked or not at a race or show. So when my (at the time) 5yr old gelding started having temper tantrums under saddle I attributed to be attitude issues. Tried to correct it as such. In April this year he became completely unrideable. Passed his lameness exam and X-rays looked great. Had a chiro our and the poor guy was a mess! Left shoulder dropped, pain responses all down his back, in front of hips, and sacrum was out. Got him adjusted and had 1 good ride. Took him to be scoped for ulcers, turns out he has mild to moderate ulcers. He’s started treatment and will see a chiro as needed till it’s all worked out. I then began to suspect ulcers in my yearling who had become almost impossible to handle! His herd boundless and spookiness was out of control. Brought him in to be scoped because I was now paranoid. Turns out he has the most severe ulcers my vet has ever seen. Actively bleeding ulcers! Poor guy has been in serious pain! So he has started treatment and now gets alfalfa hay 2x per day along with his free choice grass hay. I have removed all grain from his diet until he is healed and then I’ll go from there. This has been a real eye opener for sure! I’m tempted to now scope my mare just because I’m paranoid! Just wanted to share as a heads up! Scoping is ALWAYS a good idea! I did not go back to feeding grain after I had to take mine off because of ulcers. They have done fantastic on alfalfa, Renew Gold, Kombat boots cut and minerals.
I have a feeling I won’t either. I just worry about the yearling getting everything he needs. I’m going to let my mare finish off the BlueBonnet Omega Force and then I don’t see me buying more. I already had Ace off of grain because of all the issues I’ve had with him. Chiropractor is coming out again today so maybe we can finally get him rideable again. I’m a bit worried about him not responding as well to the ulcer treatment though.
What did you find out from chiro today??
She ended up rescheduling : ( I had a masterson method guy out on Monday and he said Ace was great except right where a rider sits which is apparently the main acupuncture spot for gastric ulcers... Last time the chiro was out Ace’s left shoulder was dropped, pain responses where I sit, in front of hips, and on sacrum. After the adjustment that all went away. 2 weeks later it was all back (his shoulder still seems level though ). It may be a constant battle until the ulcers are gone.
Y'all have sure had a journey. . .
I believe I’m over due for some smooth sailing.... Lol
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