When Words Aren't Needed ...

3/16/2020

Cynthia Kiser

3/16/2020 11:31:54 pm

Oh no not another abscess. So sorry for you and Speedy

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3/17/2020 06:15:35 am

I know, right? Fortunately it's either really shallow or just a bruise. I'll post more soon. :0)

Amanda

3/17/2020 08:49:03 am

Shoes? New trimmer? I know he has cushings but I have to wonder if there is another contributing factor.

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3/17/2020 03:52:59 pm

Well, I suppose I could disregard both my vet’s and farrier’s opinions and go with the advice I get on the internet. My vet has had to answer my “are you ABSOLUTELY sure your diagnosis is correct” question at least a dozen times. If you know what else would jack up a nearly 16 year old’s ACTH Levels who is also experiencing frequent hoof infections (presenting as abscesses), I would love to know. Unless it’s cancer; I’ll pass on that. I have consulted my vet, my farrier, and Google so many times now that I am sure their eyes roll when they see my number on their caller ID.

During our consult before this most recent consult, my vet expressed his frustration at the situation but stood firmly on his diagnosis. He’s been my vet for nearly a quarter of century. He runs a progressive hospital that prides itself on being an advocate for education. The doctors there attend conferences and even host annual education seminars for their clients.

Yes, I wish it were something else, but it isn’t. Speedy had never abscessed before January 2019. He’s had the same (well-respected and we’ll educated) farrier for five years. My vet recommended this farrier.

I don’t mean to sound defensive, but so many people who are not vets and not farriers have suggested that my vet and farrier are both wrong. They are the very professionals to whom I look for advice. Because the answers they provide aren’t curing my horse, should I go elsewhere? Many would I know. The only other reputable vets are located 3 - 4 hours away. I am choosing to stay the course and follow my vet’s plan.

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