Post by HokieThea on Aug 27, 2008 9:50:56 GMT -5
I have been obsessing about what joint suppliment to give the elderly Parade. I started with pure MSM, which didn't do a whole lot for him. He is currently getting a glucosimine/condroitin/msm combo, which has made a bit of a difference. I was reading the Smarkpak catalog recently, and it says that for horses with acute joint problems (Parade) I should use something with an anti-inflammatory ingredient, like MSM, yucca or Devils Claw. So, I mention to a woman at the barn that I am thinking of switching Parade to yucca, and she warns me that it can have personality-changing effects. This old woman is kind of a wacko, and I need legitimate opinions.
I just want to make sure the pony is comfortable this winter. He is 27 y.o., and his joints are really starting to deteriorate, especially his back hocks. Right now he is just stiff, and doesn't seem to be in much pain, except when we have to trim his back feet (another story, another time). The barn staff suggested I leave a bottle of liniment on his door, and they will warm up his joints with it before he goes out in the morning. They also suggested buffered bute a few times a week. I do plan to have a my vet out for fall shots soon, and I will discuss options with him, but any suggestions/experiences are appreciated.
I just want to make sure the pony is comfortable this winter. He is 27 y.o., and his joints are really starting to deteriorate, especially his back hocks. Right now he is just stiff, and doesn't seem to be in much pain, except when we have to trim his back feet (another story, another time). The barn staff suggested I leave a bottle of liniment on his door, and they will warm up his joints with it before he goes out in the morning. They also suggested buffered bute a few times a week. I do plan to have a my vet out for fall shots soon, and I will discuss options with him, but any suggestions/experiences are appreciated.
