Jenny
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Thoughts on Bucky in the forum No Grain Challenge 4 years ago
I think we need more info. Has he gained weight or lost weight? Has the pasture changed with new weeds? I’m not sure what to think. If it is fat then 20 to 25 lb of hay a day may be too much starch. Is this in addition to pasture? If so, how much pasture?
We often forget to reduce or stop feeding pasture in the summer as the starch adds up to…
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Thanks for these! Love the belly shot!
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Here is an image of a pony from the barn where @Karen lives. This is a complex coat color and I would like you to take a guess as to the genetics behind it.
Karen – please hold off a week before replying what the actual color is. Everyone else, give us your best shot. If you are arriving after the answer is given, please don’t look first.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 4 years ago
Vaccinations For Horses - Podcast #016 ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )“Immunology And Disease History In Horses” – This is not your average discussion about what to vaccinate your horses with. That would be a discussion to have with your veterinarian who knows you and what…
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Feeding the Endurance horse during a race? in the forum No Grain Challenge 4 years ago
Reply to Feeding the Endurance horse during a race?
This is a question that can have several answers depending on a lot of factors. But the principles should be the same: 1) eliminate gut inflammation, replace the lost glycogen and 3) supply the needed daily amino acids. However, when any animal (horses or humans for example) are being used in an athletic capacity beyond the basic needs,…
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The University of California – Davis (UC-Davis) seems to be leading in the field of genetic testing for horses:
Here is the link with all the tests available: https://vgl.ucdavis.edu/tests?field_species_target_id=266
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Doc-t posted a new post. 4 years ago
50 Shades Of Red And Black – Just How Do Horses Get Their Chestnut, Paint or Bay Coat? - Rounds With Doc T ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Understanding how horses look the way they do is based on genetics. I attempt to simplify the view of coat color and patterns in an organized manner. While all is not fully known about the complex…
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Hello from Florida! in the forum The Barn Gate (Introductions) 4 years ago
Hi Micah! Welcome to THA!
My thoughts:
1) The term “weight loss” is an interesting one because it does not describe anything specific. For example, If I cut off my arm and threw it away I would have “weight loss.” I prefer to be more specific such as muscle loss or fat loss.
To interpret what you are saying here, despite 6 months of SBM he is…
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KayTeeDid replied to the discussion Hello from Florida! in the forum The Barn Gate (Introductions) 4 years ago
Hi Micah, Welcome to The Horse’s Advocate.
To answer your question about the weight gain issue (you’ll definitely find it as you go through the nutrition course), Doc T recommends a product called Coolstance. It is made from shredded coconut, which is a noninflammatory fat for horses. He does not advocate beet pulp. I believe you can…
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Doc-t replied to the discussion joint supplements in the forum Horse Care, Barn & Farm Topics 4 years ago
Adequan is a very useful medication to help repair damaged cartilage. Equioxx is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) that reduces pain along the prostaglandin pathway. Therefore these 2 medications are not comparable.
There is no disadvantage to Adequan (other than cost) but when used for the correct condition, it is worth the…
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Here is the replay of the June Rounds with Doc T “50 shades of red and black. Just how do horses get their Chestnut, Paint, or Bay coat?
Understanding how horses look the way they do is based on genetics. I attempt to simplify the view of coat color and patterns in an organized way. While all is not fully known about the complex… Read more
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Hi From Lake Stevens, WA in the forum The Barn Gate (Introductions) 4 years ago
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Hi LisaE – Thanks for joining us and for this comprehensive report on your 3 horses. There are indications of protein deficiency and we all look forward to your updates.
The images show horses with nice shiny hair coats so overall, they look healthy. I am impressed with your ability to look through this to see underlying issues before they…
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Hello from the Caribbean in the forum The Barn Gate (Introductions) 4 years ago
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Hello from the Caribbean in the forum The Barn Gate (Introductions) 4 years ago
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Welcome Jax!! And congratulations on completing your veterinary degree! Nice photos of you showing off your hand in the mouth and the 306 filing. Good job.
Whenever you are ready to return for that 3-in-a-row exam, just say so. Until then, keep practicing on those Thoroughbreds at the track.
Melissa says hi!
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Doc-t replied to the discussion Benign question in the forum Horse Care, Barn & Farm Topics 4 years ago
As a general rule of thumb, wounds below the knee and hock can get proud flesh while above, not so much. Therefore, above these structures where it is difficult to wrap you have 3 options: 1) suture, 2) wrap or 3) keep clean and let heal by “second intention.” #1 and #3 work well where there is a lot of underlying muscle while less well…
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