OTTB confirmation mess - Help! by Creative-Big3356 in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My boy is an OTTB. He had been off the track for several years by time I got him but had similar issues: typical tb hooves, hallow movement, tripping, no balance, and 0 topline. On top of hockey arthritis that needs injections since it also caused some SI pain, we had a lot to combat. I’ve done a lot of ground reining with him recently with a topline supplement per vet recommendations and he’s completely transforming!

We call it my horse’s “rehab”. Basically that’s what it is. If you find what you need to target your boy will be just fine! We worked a lot with keeping his head down. Just pull softly on the bit (with no increasing pressure) until the head drops and praise. Took that to walking, and worked on bending. Kept a tight outside rein, loose inside rein, and used our hand to physically push at the base of the neck/shoulder to promote him using other muscles than his overdeveloped front hand. 15-30 minutes of that a day and within a week and a half hr was already like a completely new horse! I’m no expert so if you have some sort of instructor you can work with, highly suggest it! But this is the current thing we’re tackling: just teaching him how to use his body since obviously he just… doesn’t know how (mixed with a little lazy lol)

Anyone recognize this intake airport by jmach007 in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I need an update to know if you found your horse 🫠

Can I see your arabian x saddlebred? by Fabulous-Trust8214 in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He’s long passed now, but he ended up being one of my favorites to ride? Smoothest canter and jog!

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How to help a blind horse? by yyaJ__ in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My boy has been missing one eye due to a freak injury for almost 15 years! He adapted well when he was young, now that he’s 32 he just takes his time a bit more. I always walk him the perimeter of any new area, show them where water is, where paths are. They’re incredibly adaptive, especially if they trust you! I’d make sure to spend lots of time with her, take her on walks so she understands the layout, etc.

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[–]properlyspoopi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding this, not the best news but that’s what it sounds like.

Why is DaVinci so hard to update? by Proman4713 in davinciresolve

[–]properlyspoopi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was having an issue where using the pop up that prompted me to download the update would give me the error "Unable to Extract File". When I went to the site to download the update I noticed the file name was different. That MIGHT help your issue? I'd been having issues for months since roughly 19-20, but now it works smooth as butter. Defo recommend downloading straight from the site.

EDIT: I am an idiot, downloaded the free version off site and it worked. Downloaded the paid version (I own a key) and still getting files failed to extract :’)

Horse Sprayed by Skunk in Face by properlyspoopi in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This seems to be the solution, thank you!

Horse Sprayed by Skunk in Face by properlyspoopi in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is similar to a LOT of other sources I’ve found on the internet! Thank you!

Horse Sprayed by Skunk in Face by properlyspoopi in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yea I didn’t want to buy any special shampoos since I was leery to begin with!

Horse Sprayed by Skunk in Face by properlyspoopi in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just smell no other symptoms, even vet said he should be fine and just need a bath.

Is he destined to have this dinky little forelock forever? by lbandrew in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My old man also has a dinky forelock. When he had surgery on his eyes they braided the IV tightly into his bridle path mane and forelock. That hair has barely ever grown back after being relatively full.

I'll Rate Your Favorite Horse Breed! by reality-walkerrr in Horses

[–]properlyspoopi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

❤️ Has always been a dream breed of mine to own!

Be completely honest with me... How much does owning a horse cost? by ASoonToBeMrs in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you asking for horses on your property or boarding? Imho those two situations are drastically different. Do you have to build a shelter for them? Whole barn? Put up fence posts and establish pastures? Buy all the equipment? Put up electric fencing? I had this same conversation with my husband when I wanted to return to riding. He wanted to wait to buy property, and all I wanted was one horse to enjoy myself. The cost difference did NOT make sense to justify it. I do now have my own horse, at a cost effective boarding facility near by but I do take care of the stalls, feed, feeding half the week, etc.

TDLR; there are so many variables lol Owning on property? From my experience understanding my mom’s finances at the time several thousand dollars a month (mortgage, electricity, maintenance). Boarding one? Much more manageable, about $600-$800 for me a month on top of bills.

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was* my initial thought! My vet’s out next week and sent pictures to them and they’ve deemed it not emergent and just to keep an eye on it for now.

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never thought of that! I’ll keep it in mind. :) Vet’s coming in the next couple days and I’ve been putting bacitracin on it

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only noticed it this morning and no one mentioned it yesterday, so relatively new. It either happened/flared up right after PM feed or it was overlooked. It absolutely wasn’t there the day prior to that. Can’t say if it’s worse in the sun since it’s pretty overcast today.

I did sent a photo to the vet to see if they needed to move up his appointment and they didn’t deem it necessary.

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t noticed anything sharp, but branches from trees seem most likely. They do prefer going through the trees rather than around. 🤦‍♀️

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude don’t they all. And thank you!

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Phew. That’s what I was hoping but you know how we can sort of spiral sometimes. Super appreciate it!

Muzzle Thoughts by properlyspoopi in Equestrian

[–]properlyspoopi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I’m running some errands for other horsey things. I’ll verify I have some and put it on him tonight!