Just Born

Our little girl had been under inutero stress for 2.5 weeks before being born 1 month premmie. The yellow tinge on her is because she was septic when born.

True Grit

From the moment she hit the ground, she was up and fighting for food, and for her life.

Complications

As a premmie foal, she needed a vet visit, plasma, bone scans and other treatment. Her bones weren't set properly so she had to stay in for 6 weeks, and she also had a contracted tendon that needed a splint.

Making Progress

That focus on food helped her out. The cast came off, and she continued to grow and strengthen.

Feet Problems

As she was on deep hay in the stable, this wasn't noticed straight away, and at 6 weeks old was very frightening. First comments were that she wouldn't come right and should be pts. Nooooo...

Vet Assessment

All feet were affected the same, so xrays were taken to allow trimming to be done correctly and not cut through the sole or into the pedal bones. Note, xrays also were all clear for bone development, so she is now allowed outside.

Hooves After Trim

She has feet now that look somewhat normal, still very folded under but hopeful for a good outcome.

Weaning Time

This is at 7 months old, August on the right with her paddock mate. One very confident young lady who is coming along well. Feet and legs looking good.

August at 8 months

Out in the paddock with her foal mate, they are doing well. Both love to come check out what's going on, and get any bit of attention they can.

Looking Good to the Feet

Her legs and feet are looking good now too. They are running on a 40 acre paddock with an old mare to keep them in line. Plenty of hills and different terrain to make them sure footed and good winded.

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