Yup, I sucked my teeth again and brought home Tiddles (who was on his own so a sure sign) and Albie (who is suddenly fat, there’s no denying it – did this explosion happen overnight?)
Again, the Welcoming Committee were out in force.
Most of them.
Upon expert advice, I am not going to increase the size of the wee paddock/dust bath. It is sufficient.
Storm is, for the time-being, staying where he is at Leradale. He is showing no signs but with this sudden onset, especially with Tiddles, I am not holding my breath. And while Storm continues to chase me down the hill for his food, I can see he is fine.
Bibble, of course, is staying put. Well, you just never know when you might need a Bibble, obviously. Such a “help”.
The little shed is much loved too.
And Pepper is putting in the hours too.
In a small way, I am glad Waffle has company his own age and size.
But I am sad they had to come home with laminitis again.
I have tried to explain to Tiddles that this miserable starvation is for his own good and please don’t get colic.
I am not the most popular person around here, though.
I might have to provide toys. It will of course be supervised playtime only.
Oh, Frances, I’m so sorry to read this. Trouble is that once they’ve had it they’re so susceptible to further episodes. I’ve been envying yours for being able to graze such large areas of less than perfect grass (as opposed to my pony’s field which is 12 acres of lush stuff, so he can only have a couple of hours out with a muzzle, a couple of days a week). It’s good that you’ve been so observant and I’m really hoping you’ve stopped it in its tracks in good time.
Not sure I have tbh. I try. I think I failed….again.
Oh Frances, I’m so sad to hear this! Poor you and them. And you’ve taken such good care. I hope catching it early will make it less severe. Many hugs.
Such beautiful creatures. Even with laminitis and big bellies 🙂