Monthly Archives: August 2010
Investigation #3 – Hay
| August 20, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
The Farley update – for the first time, I think the hard muscles on top of her rump are starting to relax and not be as swollen. WHOO HOO! Attitude remains really really good. I saw her pee last night and it was clear. The hay is tricky. Very tricky. I board. The boarding stable […] more
Investigation #2: Selenium
| August 20, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Just to be clear, my vet and I believe we are dealing with the condition of Sporadic Exertional Rhabdomyolysis, not chronic…of course that could change if we have more episodes! (God forbid……my stress levels and checkbook can’t take too much of this…) Yesterday I posted what her recovery plan looked like at Tevis versus the […] more
Investigation #1 – Feed/Exercise
| August 19, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
I am looking for feedback!!!!!!! If you notice any trends, please let me know. This is exactly why I keep detailed records – if I have a problem like this I can go back and know exactly how and when I did what. Anyone see any significant differences? (observations are at the end) Recovery schedule […] more
In which Farley….is not doing so good…..
| August 18, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
About a week ago I begin doing a very naughty thing. I started telling people that this was the year of the “Broke Melinda and the Sound Horse”. I begin patting myself on the back for my 1000 mile stone, only 2 rides away. In fact, I begin to contemplate the possibility of having to […] more
Endurance Horse for Sale! – Part 1
| August 17, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Sorry Folks, Farley isn’t for sale. I think it’s very interesting the perception of what a good endurance prospect acts like according to a non-endurance person, versus the skills actually necessary for a good endurance horse. After perusing ads, I’ve discovered that the following characteristics make a Good Endurance Prospect: Just wants to go and […] more
Out Sick
| August 10, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
No new posts for awhile (a week or so??). I’m battling an infection that put me in the ER last night, rather to my surprise as I was a perfectly healthy individual only 12 hours before (I think). (BTW – I can highly recommend Corvallis as a potential place of residence. Not only does it […] more
"How to" guide for the Tevis
| August 10, 2010 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
I am far from an expert on riding the Tevis. With one completion and two attempts, if you want real advice there are many many more suitable sources. Therefore the list below should be considered as “for entertainment” purposes only! My aunt is considering on riding the Tevis next year, and if she does, it […] more
