tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post8844678089417925233..comments2024-01-06T02:00:05.220-07:00Comments on SprinklerBandits: ReflectionsSprinklerBandithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02948487857418394022noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-11958184459115684292009-07-29T11:41:53.597-06:002009-07-29T11:41:53.597-06:00I'd say address potential sources of pain firs...I'd say address potential sources of pain first, for sure. Then, if you're sure there's no pain, deal with possible training issues. Mounting issues aren't the easiest thing to overcome but if you're patient she can get over it. <br /><br />I think ulcers is a great suggestion. To save yourself the expense of having her scoped, put her on Maylox for 3-4 days (just squirt it in her mouth with a dosing syringe). If the behavior or her appetite improves, it's most likely ulcers. To check for back problems, you can run something along her topline, like a pen cap, and see if she sinks down or flinches. Though if you have a massage therapist coming, she'll be able to check her for that. <br /><br />You're doing the right thing just by exploring all possible options. Don't be too tough on yourself -- that is a sign of a great first time horse owner!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13790278181159401158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-88630276449495586352009-07-29T11:19:59.450-06:002009-07-29T11:19:59.450-06:00Think about the possibility of ulcers - that can c...Think about the possibility of ulcers - that can cause girthiness or odd behavior - or a dental problem as well - from her behavior it sounds like some sort of pain issue.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com