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Really cool, @SandraC. Thanks for sharing!

Here is the Wikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hay_steaming.

Here is the quote from that post: “Also the post-soak liquid from soaked hay is classed as an environmental pollutant as it has a high biological oxygen demand. A prolonged soak has been shown to produce a post-soak liquid 9 times more polluting than raw sewage[7] and… Read more

@Emily – Thank you for this intriguing observation. This sounds so exciting! for Bandit (and you)!

Also, thank you @Sandy_K for your reply as I too would caution to keep observing the eyes for problems.

Chronic tearing, crusting and ulcerations of the cornea needs an underlying cause. Both of these conditions can be associated with… Read more

Sandy, thank you for your feedback and sharing your story! That’s interesting, we are doing the ACTH test for Cushings on him next week as well. He doesn’t have any other symptoms, but our vet wants to check because he also feels there could be a link. Bandit is pretty comfortable in his eye saver mask, so we just keep him in it full time… Read more

I’ve gone through repeated bouts of corneal ulcers with my 19 yr. old Missouri Fox Trotter gelding. I totally understand what you’ve been through with the meds, repeated vet visits and $$$. My vet specializes in equine ophthalmology and has been so good at explaining and teaching me so much. My horse gets a daily eye check and a fly mask before… Read more

I listened to the podcast today on soaking. I’ve had to start soaking for a horse recently diagnosed with asthma, and I’m actually interested in hearing more about steaming. I’m not dealing with metabolic issues with him, just don’t want him inhaling dust and mold.

The Wikipedia link talks about how dirty the water left after soaking hay… Read more

Thanks for taking the time to give this very clear observations of your horses on no grain and no inflammatory ingredients plus SBM.

Even though I often hear testimonials like this I still get excited when I hear them – and so grateful that more horses are experiencing an improved life through your efforts.

Of course, you know what the price… Read more

Great idea!

I like the idea of recycling the water – important where restrictions are used (not here in south FL where it rained 2 inches just yesterday). Another reason is that if you drain the water in one spot you will either get mud or a permanent rust spot on the concrete (definitely here in FL).

Scientists have found that washing the… Read more

This is FANTASTIC! Thanks for this. If possible, can you take pictures of the frame out of the water (unless it is flat as seen here)? How much does the pipe structure weigh (obviously enough to keep the bale submerged). Also add some info on the timer used and where people could get it.

You are in California but will you get freezing… Read more

Hi Kathy and welcome to the group! A lot going on for the next few months here and I’m glad you will be a part of it. Also happy that you found me via another podcast! Jump in on any discussion in the forums, make a new discussion, replay any of the old “Rounds With Doc T,” listen to the podcasts and take the nutrition and dentistry… Read more