Monthly Archives: June 2010
injection site reactions
After I gave the horses’ their shots, both developed some pancake thick, about the palm of my hand size, lumps where the injections were. So I thought maybe I had screwed it up. Today, I had a chance to talk … Continue reading
Z’s injury update
She has one more day of penicillin. Thankfully, T is finished. Both horses are very tired of being poked. I hosed her off, sprayed her down with flyspray, rasped her front hooves, and then treated her wound again with Underwoods … Continue reading
Being kicked by a horse in the face
Here is a photo of T’s mouth – week 1 about five days since the face kick: Although the two middle ones are now set back, they are staying in so far. Hopefully, the dental work at the end of … Continue reading
dealing with biting flies
When I was at the previous barn we had a horrible time with biting flies, and at our current barn, we are being attacked again by these creatures and they are pissing me off! Line of attack: Fly spray – effective … Continue reading
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Z’s side of the story
Of course after the vet left, I discovered a nice gash on Z’s gaskin that happened during the fight between her and T. ARGH! Called the vet and got instructions: 5 days of penicillin, 20 cc’s, and use Underwoods with baking … Continue reading
