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Too many black clouds hanging around. Sending every one who needs a positive aura for speedy recoveries and less stressful times.

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Someone forwarded this link today warning about recent Adequan recall. I thought to post here if anyone has other information or uses these products and warning details. It doesn't sound like a scam..... https://www.al.com/news/2026/08/do-not-give-this-to-your-pets-urgent-nationwide-recall-issued-fo...

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exvet - it is good news that his other labs are stable and still within normal range. The lower insulin drop is also good news too because it went down showing that Junior is responding to all your health management. IMO you are certainly on the right track. Best Wishes!! I actually dread repeating ...

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exvet and Khall - thank you for these helpful updates. I've decided to contact my vet sooner rather than later for repeat labs. Physical appearance is so deceiving as we've learned and blood work will help guide medication and supplement changes. Exvet looking forward to good news for Junior's labs.

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Chisamba - I agree your Miss P really does look like a power house. Your smile is perfect ( or maybe relief to exit the heavy rain)! exvet - Very glad to hear the positive progress with Junior's health management. I plan to drop the InsulinWise product too as I've used it for several years now - but...

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LSP88 - just saw this video and thought you and DD might enjoy for future young riders.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ekXm7-dGXig

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khall - it looked interesting as a screened clean product but imported from where? I initially got into trouble when I had to transition our previous baled hay diet to hay cubes and chopped hay products. Alfalfa mixed products put unwanted weight on my guy and tipped his insulin into the danger zone...

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SrHorseLady - very interesting studies and information that I also observed from watching some Youtube horse owners in Europe. Different horse management practices there and much to learn from another viewpoint. Granted I'm a solo backyard owner but I had to do some shopping from various sources to ...

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Trivia - because glucose and insulin varies throughout the day - it is recommended to always repeat labs at the same time. My vet does mine first thing in the morning as fasting before any food.

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Beautiful mare and colt! Huge Congratulations!

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khall - that straight line pool is really nice maybe even a wee bit deeper. (Many years ago, my ponies and Arab LOVED to swim in deep water.) :lol: I have colic concerns too regarding the Platinum supplement (quick impulse order). In the past, we had gas colic flairs but all has been quiet after add...

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exvet - I also ordered the Platinum Product as I've been discouraged by the Insulin spikes while feeding Insulin Wise for over 2 -3 years. My guy has been PPID and on Prascend for 8+ years - but the IR shift is more recent after dental work 3 years ago. At the time, I had to make some dental diet ch...

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khall - I agree regarding Insulin Wise response as my guy recently had Insulin spikes too. I'm certainly curious about the Platinum Performance product exvet mentioned. I'll run past my vet before I make any changes.

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More AI input - Can you feed both supplements? Yes, you can safely feed both supplements together, and doing so actually creates a highly effective, dual-action metabolic management strategy. Because they utilize completely independent physiological pathways, they do not compete or overlap in a way...

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I'm trying to maintain my elder pony too so reading your responses are very helpful. I'm a data person too and research as there are so many products available now - not so many years ago. These supplements interested me as my guy has been on InsulinWise for about 2+ years. But each horse has unique...

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goldhorse - I know the feeling for ticking time bomb. Ertugliflozin will be next in my arsenal as my guy's insulin fluctuates too. I've made diet adjustments to soaked hay cubes/pellets only - no grass for the past several years. Recently we had to increase his Prascend medication which may have hel...

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exvet - I'm very sorry to hear about Junior and am sending daily jingles your way. My pony has been high maintenance for strict diet and daily medication for many years. This complex metabolic status is a challenge to manage.

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Chisamba - I agree do not erase your post. Many of us here do have life struggles too between our equine and human health issues. This past week, my aged pony spiked a temperature 103 stopped eating and was very depressed. I immediately called my vet who started him on IV antibiotics and Banamine. S...

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkWUdZzeE8E

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Chisamba - We are much further south NJ and coastal to you. We just received a township phone alert to expect between 24 to 30 inches and up to 50 mph winds. Our property is mostly woods so sometimes the trees make for a good wind buffer - but still praying nothing comes down on any buildings. Very ...

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I had the equine dentist out recently. Confirmed that a float was not needed and only a minor file on the prior extracted tooth side. We got the all clear now for yearly exams as no other complications present. Pony has now been on a diet where all meals are soaked hay cubes, hay pellets and beet pu...

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https://www.doversaddlery.com/products/ssg-pro-show-leather-winter-riding-gloves?_pos=2&_sid=325872876&_ss=r&_fid=d8ac9b8e5 SSG® Pro Show Leather Winter Riding Gloves I still have my old pair of these gloves (x2) because they worked best for me. I use for dog walking too as my hands get ...

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xv8iAbx3UY

Senior living facilities refuse to pick up fallen residents

(Warning - this video is upsetting but the public needs to be informed of safety policy in these facilities.)

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SrHL - YES, Thank you!! :) What you described about your elder horses with worn teeth near the gum line is exactly my concern. Equine dentistry has evolved to use power floating which I have reservations may loosen weak back teeth. I feel there comes an age where less is better. I don't need any mor...

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Tanga - thanks very much for your reply. I'll make the appt and mention I want to be conservative with what little back teeth he has left. He refused to eat afterwards in the past and I hope to avoid any issues again.... Years ago, I went through the major multiple front teeth dental extraction on m...

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My senior pony age 25 had a back tooth extraction done in late 2023. The dentist said there was a cracked tooth showing signs of infection (pony had no symptoms). He had a follow-up dental exam in Dec 2024 with minimal floating done and afterwards had issues eating hay pellets. He had previously los...

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Trump pardons another long-term care convict; frees Schwartz, architect of Skyline chain collapse, $39M fraud

https://www.mcknights.com/news/trump-pa ... 39m-fraud/

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Khall - I'm so sorry of your loss of Rip. You made the tough and best decision.

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Interesting topic as it very much describes myself as a primary trail rider who rode non-competitive dressage (never had any desire to show). I appreciate the replies where trail riding is used for training and conditioning the horse so that riding is not all about ring work. I understand that cross...

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Iron Spring Farm located in PA has been around for decades - breeding dressage horses.

https://www.ironspringfarm.com/lusitano-pre-stallions/

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exvet - totally agree with your honest reply across all that you described - as such is the reality of life. After the loss of many over the years (pets, equines, humans) a quicker end is by far better for all.

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Tanga - your family seriously needs to celebrate this event. I had concerns for your mother being discharged by your dysfunctional sibling and taken off somewhere. Now your family will have input and control of your mother's care as her health deteriorates. This should be a peaceful outcome for all.

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Thank you all for your kind replies. I always dreaded going to sleep knowing that phone call would come in the middle of the night. Life can be complicated when we the children are in our late 60's - early 70's but still caring for elderly parents in their 90's. We are struggling to maintain our own...

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Inside the ‘multibillion-dollar game’ to funnel cash from nursing homes to sister companies https://www.nj.com/news/2025/04/inside-the-multibillion-dollar-game-to-funnel-cash-from-nursing-homes-to-sister-companies.html Update - my very elderly mother age 98 passed last month after residing for 5 ye...

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Chisamba - I'm so sorry for Deneb. I do totally agree that you made the right but difficult humane and compassionate decision.

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Aleuronx - that was a terrifying accident and very glad to hear all is well with Kora. She is a gem to reload so easy afterwards. I'm impressed that the tow guy and police escorted you to the farm. Good People!

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Stop Curling links - video examples on 2 different horses.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbCmpjMmZ6s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=id5qHt5QsGA

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The reality is this is not just happening in NJ.

No hot water, no working stove, barely enough food at troubled N.J. nursing home, state says

https://www.nj.com/healthfit/2024/11/nu ... -says.html

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I think the biggest issue is people don't care enough, and not educated. Those people who didn't vote and those who voted for tRump are screwing themselves. Exactly - I believe many people have become so tolerant and desensitized by his extreme and criminal behavior as acceptable. Next a few Suprem...

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khall - so glad to hear Joplin recovered from her colic. One of my worst fears. I highly commend your nerves of steel for the 2+ hr trailer ride to the vet clinic.

SF - what a gorgeous picture in your fall riding colors!

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Tanga, I'd be happy to help, although Jersey is chock a block full of fancy trainers and the more down to earth variety. But having said that there is a huge divide , everyone south of hwy 80 seem to have stupid money. And everyone north of 80 sometimes has to choose between eating Ramen for a week...

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SF - your photos look like a very complex multi-nodular skin tumor and quite the treatment challenge. The one month to track wound healing looks really amazing how well T is responding to this treatment. Many years ago, I had an Arab who would pop benign Mast Cell tumors (single hard lump) on variou...

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Khall - If your riding ring is fenced in would that be a possible dry lot turnout option? It would mean poop cleanup but at least restrict eating grass and some free turnout. These metabolic types are complicated to manage. Anyway just a thought....

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https://www.nj.com/business/2024/09/pet ... -asap.html

Pet food recall: Do not feed your pet these 2 brands, dispose of ASAP

Evidence of listeria and salmonella contamination.

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Private equity corporations taking over hospitals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbfLh7WJ5SQ https://www.nbcnews.com/investigations/private-equity-takes-over-hospitals-less-able-care-patients-jama-rcna164497 https://www.businessinsider.com/big-corporations-unitedhealth-optum-cvs-walgreens-taking-o...

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Chisamba - Her whole attitude just flipped like a switch when she heard the whistle.

I do agree with you about adding the bell, whistle, judge's table staging at home to test her sound trigger.

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khall - I'm very sorry for your loss. Sending you peace.

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Home Healthcare Services

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/home-health-services

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For what it's worth, I'm wondering if spending lots of time under saddle just walking her all over the place without a workout. If your facility has access to fields, cross country course even your rings - just walk and walk to try and get her brain to chill. She is physically so fit that letting he...

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Martha Stewart explaining DRESSAGE to Snoop Dogg.

https://www.today.com/video/snoop-dogg- ... 6523845922

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