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by Code3
Thu Sep 29, 2022 5:10 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Bareback pads/ treeless saddles
Replies: 21
Views: 4038

Re: Bareback pads/ treeless saddles

Posting now only because I just bought a “treeless” saddle that is actually as stable and secure for the rider as my treed saddles. So far my horses love it. The Smart Saddle is made in England. It’s precursor was the Ansur, or whatever they called it in England. But this is so much more refined. Bi...
by Code3
Thu Sep 29, 2022 5:04 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: theraplate?
Replies: 4
Views: 1095

Re: theraplate?

A friend of mine who is a body worker and trainer has one in her barn. She uses it daily. The horses load themselves. Does it work? I don’t know. But the horses like it.
by Code3
Tue Dec 17, 2019 7:46 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Safe sport
Replies: 125
Views: 67385

Re: Safe sport

I’m very late to this, as I’ve been away from DDBB. My current job is the criminal investigation of sexual assaults on a college campus. I’ve been in law enforcement for 31 years. I recently was involved with a case that came from Safe Sport. I think of them as administrative, like Title IX. The inv...
by Code3
Fri Nov 16, 2018 4:14 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Why acupuncture is complete nonsense
Replies: 93
Views: 44142

Re: Why acupuncture is complete nonsense

Wow, Lizzardwoman hasn’t changed at all. My dog gets acupuncture and it makes an observable difference. I’ll be sure to tell my vet (who does the acupuncture) that it’s voodoo and try to explain to the dog that it’s not really working and he really doesn’t feel better.
by Code3
Thu Nov 15, 2018 4:45 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

I started him on Cabergoline, his first injection being given yesterday. First two injections are .5 cc, then 1 cc given every 14 days. In answer to questions, I've tried oils, flavorings, etc. I tried probiotics and Equine Omega Complete. The only thing at this point I can get him to eat is Triple ...
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 9:59 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

So no one has used Cabergoline? If I try it, I’ll report back.
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 9:59 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

Hayburner, I’ve been boosting his immune system ever since he started head shaking as a 7 year old. It’s one of several supplements that I’m trying to get down him. I’m willing to try Equine Omega complete. I’d be thrilled if it worked. But he won’t even eat things he used to love.
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 9:54 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

Josette, my guy’s supplements are split too. I’m glad your horse started eating again! We haven’t had any colic so I’m lucky there. I’ll give him a probiotic tonight and see if it helps. Can’t hurt.
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 9:50 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

My horse will eat a small amount of grain with applesauce and a touch of molasses plus all supplements as if it's a luck the bucket clean treat. Do you really need to syringe it, have you tried just rolling it like soft muffins and feeding? I personally would not want to have to squirt 6 syringes d...
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 3:36 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

I’m doing that with a couple. To get all of them would be at least six large syringes and I can only mix the powders. We are in a selenium deficient area and I’ve purchased a selenium supplement I can mix with applesauce and syringe. He gets herbs and magnesium for his head shaking. At this point he...
by Code3
Thu Oct 18, 2018 12:57 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Re: Cushings and eating

My guy eats the pill itself when I put it in a cookie. The problem is he needs other supplements that he isn’t getting because he won’t eat his soaked alfalfa pellets with them. I’ve had him since he was five months old and eating was never a problem so I’m sure it’s the pergolide. I guess I could d...
by Code3
Wed Oct 17, 2018 8:48 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Cushings and eating
Replies: 17
Views: 13869

Cushings and eating

Last April during his annual health check with the vet we decided to test my 11 year old Arabian. Oddly enough because we were talking about his head shaking. My vet told me the story of an IR horse he treated and for some reason the IR medication stopped the head shaking. Long story short, my horse...
by Code3
Sat Feb 03, 2018 5:48 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Best comments from judge
Replies: 12
Views: 11015

Re: Best comments from judge

“Nice flying change. Unfortunately not required at this level.”
by Code3
Sat Jan 13, 2018 5:02 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Trucks! Need help/opinions on tow vehicles
Replies: 16
Views: 12539

Re: Trucks! Need help/opinions on tow vehicles

I have a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel 4WD, less than 150K miles on it. I pull a 2 horse bumper pull with dressing room with it and it doesn't know it's back there. I live in mountainous terrain--I can't actually go anywhere from here without going down and up and over a mountain pass. I think what yo...
by Code3
Tue Jan 09, 2018 4:16 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Trucks! Need help/opinions on tow vehicles
Replies: 16
Views: 12539

Re: Trucks! Need help/opinions on tow vehicles

I pull my 3 horse slant with a 99 Dodge Ram 2500 diesel. I use an electric brake controller and have made runs from western Oregon to Reno and to the California Bay Area. If I were regularly going over steep mountains with a full load I’d want a 3500 but for my regular use of mostly local trips the ...
by Code3
Sat Dec 23, 2017 3:49 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Bronc Dressage
Replies: 73
Views: 43813

Re: Bronc Dressage

One of the best displays of horsemanship I ever saw was at a PBR event. There was only one horse in the ring used to move the bulls out after the ride. The first horse was clearly very experienced. The cowboy switched horses mid way and the second horse was nervous and fidgety. Watching the cowboy s...
by Code3
Tue Nov 14, 2017 11:29 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In Which I Seek ze Legerete (long)
Replies: 22
Views: 16578

Re: In Which I Seek ze Legerete (long)

Thank you for sharing your journey!
by Code3
Tue Nov 14, 2017 3:16 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: In Which I Seek ze Legerete (long)
Replies: 22
Views: 16578

Re: In Which I Seek ze Legerete (long)

This is incredibly exciting. Congratulations!
by Code3
Sun Oct 01, 2017 11:22 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: ERU
Replies: 17
Views: 13509

Re: ERU

Abby, I missed that it was both eyes. I know you'll do what's right - whatever that is. I'm sorry you're in this position. Lucky horse to have landed with you.
by Code3
Sat Sep 30, 2017 4:26 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: ERU
Replies: 17
Views: 13509

Re: ERU

I've had two horses with ERU. Both OTTBs. The first also had an injury, and was fine when we removed the eye. The second was caught early, treated appropriately, and still devolved into increasingly hard to treat and more frequent flare ups. We thought about doing a cyclosporine (sp?) implant at UC ...
by Code3
Thu Aug 03, 2017 4:17 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Sweet Itch
Replies: 43
Views: 39000

Re: Sweet Itch

Thanks Code3, I write all the treatments down! Where are you buying you anti inflammatory herbal mix? I used Kill Itch last year but I haven't needed to use it so far this year. I make it myself. 1 cup each: MSM, Flax, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger root, and paprika. The original "recipe" in...
by Code3
Mon Jul 24, 2017 12:47 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Emma
Replies: 71
Views: 45271

Re: Emma

I love seeing your progress. She looks amazing. As my trainer says, the slow way is the fast way. You are finding the holes in her training and fixing them. Such a wonderful journey. Thank you for sharing.
by Code3
Mon Jul 24, 2017 12:35 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Connection or Lightness: bit choice
Replies: 23
Views: 18629

Re: Connection or Lightness: bit choice

I used to dismiss being fussy about bits until I had a horse that was fussy about bits. In my quest I discovered neue Schule bits and, when my horse liked it, I was convinced. I used a Verbindend on my OTTB and a Tranz Angled Eggbutt on my Arab. I lost my OTTB, but my Warmblood also goes well in the...
by Code3
Mon Jul 24, 2017 12:27 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Sweet Itch
Replies: 43
Views: 39000

Re: Sweet Itch

I have a horse with sweet itch who is also a head shaker. Three years ago, at the age of seven, he was unrideable. FWIW, he is having a great summer with minimal headshakng and air loss after much experimentation. I realize you don't have the head shaking issue, but I'll throw out what works for my ...
by Code3
Mon May 22, 2017 10:22 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: VOM?
Replies: 2
Views: 3593

Re: VOM?

I've seen it used on a dog and on a horse. My neighbor swears by it for her dog. We used it once on a dog and I didn't see a difference. I wasn't able to follow up on the horses it was used on, just saw it demonstrated. Sorry, not much help.
by Code3
Mon Feb 06, 2017 6:07 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: need to vent - more on reasonable work for a 26 year old horse
Replies: 20
Views: 17193

Re: need to vent - more on reasonable work for a 26 year old horse

My clinician's horse is 33 this year. He evented at upper levels, is still sound and does best when exercised regularly. Activity is great for horses, as long as it is reasonable. Enjoy your horse!
by Code3
Mon Feb 06, 2017 6:02 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Vacuum Recommendations
Replies: 14
Views: 11734

Re: Vacuum Recommendations

We have a Riccar we've been happy with. It handles lots of dog hair - three large, shedding dogs.
by Code3
Sun Jan 22, 2017 10:19 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: If I were going to move to Oregon or Washington state
Replies: 11
Views: 10084

Re: If I were going to move to Oregon or Washington state

There's always Eugene, Oregon. Several nice facilities, moderate climate, an hour from the coast for some beach riding. Active dressage community bringing in clinicians.
by Code3
Sun Jan 22, 2017 10:11 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: lift a glass to the memory of my friends
Replies: 32
Views: 19803

Re: lift a glass to the memory of my friends

Such overwhelming heartbreak. I can't imagine. My heart goes out to you on such a sad anniversary.
by Code3
Sun Jan 22, 2017 10:09 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Micklem bridles solve what problem(s)?
Replies: 28
Views: 21806

Re: Micklem bridles solve what problem(s)?

i started my WB in a drop. As he matured, I tried him in regular cavesson and flash, then went to a Micklem. He is quieter with the Micklem I think because of the stability. He is very light and learning to take a good contact. My Arabian has always been ridden in a regular cavesson. In the last few...
by Code3
Fri Jan 06, 2017 3:22 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Trucks! Seeking your opinions
Replies: 45
Views: 26080

Re: Trucks! Seeking your opinions

I have a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins diesel. Runs like a top, nothing has fallen off of it. It did need a new heater coil and a new alternator this year. It definitely drives like a truck, and it's loud, but it's 18 years old with less than 135,000 miles on it so it's sticking around. My mechanic sw...
by Code3
Sat Dec 24, 2016 4:33 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: ISO brown browband with red beads
Replies: 3
Views: 4325

Re: ISO brown browband with red beads

PM sent. :)
by Code3
Wed Dec 14, 2016 3:50 am
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: ISO brown browband with red beads
Replies: 3
Views: 4325

ISO brown browband with red beads

Regular size (16").
by Code3
Mon Dec 12, 2016 5:27 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: i lost my horse-- RIP, Gristle
Replies: 40
Views: 22915

Re: i lost my horse-- RIP, Gristle

Godspeed, Gristle. I'm so sorry for your loss.
by Code3
Sat Nov 26, 2016 10:42 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Back on Track bell boots
Replies: 4
Views: 5536

Re: Back on Track bell boots

Boy, did I have them safely tucked away!! :-)

Size M. I'm trying to attach a photo but it says too large. Tried reducing the size, still too large. GRRR... If you'd like a photo I can probably send it via email.
by Code3
Sat Nov 26, 2016 3:03 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Trainers who come to you
Replies: 12
Views: 11337

Re: Trainers who come to you

Fatcat and I have the same trainer, and she's less than ten miles from me. She does still travel, although I trailer to her place for my lessons. many other trainers in the area also travel.
by Code3
Wed Nov 23, 2016 9:28 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Back on Track bell boots
Replies: 4
Views: 5536

Re: Back on Track bell boots

Well. I put them somewhere safe and can't find them. I'll look again and see if I can answer your question.
by Code3
Tue Nov 22, 2016 5:42 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Breast Cancer Spin-Off, Who's had it?
Replies: 30
Views: 19732

Re: Breast Cancer Spin-Off, Who's had it?

My friend, 15 years ago.

My mother, 7 years ago.

My friend, 7 years ago.

My friend, 1 year ago.

My friend, current
by Code3
Sun Oct 30, 2016 4:16 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: My training is staring to show progress
Replies: 74
Views: 40666

Re: My training is staring to show progress

The opportunity to have a respectful conversation about training was a boat that sailed with the very first reply on this thread. Very true. And very sad. I'm sorry, Shirrine. Your boy is lovely and it's great to see you riding again. (((hugs))) As for the rude comments that continued and doubled d...
by Code3
Sun Oct 23, 2016 2:27 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Micklem sizing
Replies: 5
Views: 6013

Re: Micklem sizing

I hope it works for you. My WB does very well in his.
by Code3
Fri Oct 21, 2016 3:20 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Goodbye to a fine Morgan mare
Replies: 32
Views: 19707

Re: Goodbye to a fine Morgan mare

Such a beautiful girl. Godspeed.
by Code3
Fri Oct 21, 2016 3:18 am
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Micklem sizing
Replies: 5
Views: 6013

Re: Micklem sizing

I found they ran true to size.
by Code3
Sun Sep 25, 2016 11:56 pm
Forum: Rider health and fitness
Topic: Tetanus shots?--UPDATE: got the shot
Replies: 13
Views: 12493

Re: Tetanus shots?

silk wrote:I believe tet. vax is recommended every 10 years.

That's what my doctor tells me.
by Code3
Sun Sep 25, 2016 11:47 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Completely aggravated whine warning
Replies: 17
Views: 12768

Re: Completely aggravated whine warning

I'd rant too. Sorry you had to deal with that.
by Code3
Mon Sep 05, 2016 8:31 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Ariel pictures
Replies: 6
Views: 5848

Re: Ariel pictures

Very pretty girl!
by Code3
Thu Aug 25, 2016 12:55 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Trailer tips and tricks
Replies: 33
Views: 24626

Re: Trailer tips and tricks

goldhorse wrote:I always double check the hitch before I drive off. I am paranoid that someone will sabotage the hitch when I'm out trail riding.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who does this!
by Code3
Tue Aug 23, 2016 10:35 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: ....if no one ever sold a horse....
Replies: 11
Views: 9463

Re: ....if no one ever sold a horse....

DJR pretty much summed it up for me. I think there are times a horse does need to be rehomed to a better fit, but I have had my own disaster story which is why I won't ever sell another horse. I have a horse out on free lease for the very reason that, should something happen to the owners who are ve...
by Code3
Fri Jul 15, 2016 4:38 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Tail Itching...need more ideas!
Replies: 13
Views: 14703

Re: Tail Itching...need more ideas!

Kill Itch. Amazing stuff that works wonders on my horse with Sweet Itch.
by Code3
Wed Jul 06, 2016 11:55 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Sweet Itch
Replies: 10
Views: 13519

Re: Sweet Itch

Another sweet itch horse owner here. For my guy it also turned into head shaking. I've tried almost everything, including medication. What is working for us is homeopathic remedies weekly. I also use Killitch when needed (LOVE that product). Last year my guy didn't have any hair on the top of his ta...

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