This message is from: Gina Larson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Jean--
Thank you for the info on ESPM...I will print it and gently give it to my friend. Regardless, I think the horse needs a complete veterinary exam. I couldn't believe how much the article you posted sounded like her horse. At one point this spring, the filly's muscles seemed to atrophy overnight, primarily in her gluteal and thigh areas. She treated her with Panacur at the suggestion of a local 4-H trainer that was visiting her barn, and she did seem to improve. At the time I also suggested she give her a shot of Red Cell at her feedings because she seemed to be so lethargic to me. When I watched her lunge her I noticed the strange gait as well, I thought she almost looked gaited, like a foxtrotter or something, but "pony gaited" seems to fit this as well. This information is very helpful as I was not making progress finding info on the net (I was also looking into EPM as that was my first thought, but I haven't observed the spasms it describes). The filly is now 3, and yes, I DO agree that she is to young for being ridden (they started her under saddle at two) I know the spine especially is still developing at the time, and both my friend and her boyfriend are heavy riders. I will keep you updated! Thanks, Gina Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
