Friday, April 7, 2017

Spoiled Pony

Stinker got acupuncture again yesterday.  And by acupuncture I mean she stuck two needles in his feet and then did moxa over all of the spots she wanted to do needles.  Being sensitive is rough for the Stinker pony.

So hard being sensitive

The vet was pleased with the way his hind end is developing and he was very well behaved.  The first couple of times were rough before she started using the moxa, but since then he has chilled out and enjoys the treatment.  Interestingly enough (maybe only to me) he was more sore on his left hind vs the right hind.  Typically the right, which is weaker, has more soreness.


I am not sure what that means, but I did notice when I rode him yesterday morning that he was more tense to the left and wanted to get quick.  Hopefully, it is just a product of traveling and over compensating with the left and not anything serious.  I have become a big fan on the moxa plus a couple needles in helping to remove some of his tension and get things loose so he can work correctly.

Trot like that and he can have all the body work he wants

One of the down sides of moving is I will have to find new everything:  vet, farrier, saddle fitter, body work person.  It really sucks thinking about it considering it has taken me two years to get everything worked out and I am happy with the people I have.  On the plus side I think I am getting closer to having a living situation worked out for him.  Fingers crossed that he will continue to be the spoiled pony he is.
Posted by at

9 comments:

  1. TeresaAApril 7, 2017 at 5:20 AM

    What is Moxa? I'm glad he's doing well and I can't wait to hear about the new digs!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. EventingSaddlebredStyleApril 8, 2017 at 9:09 PM

      First post on it: http://eventingsaddlebredstyle.blogspot.com/2017/01/will-voodoo-work.html
      Second post on it: http://eventingsaddlebredstyle.blogspot.com/2017/03/high-on-moxa.html

      If you want more info email/message me and I will actually type something when I am somewhat coherent :)

      Delete
  2. emmaApril 7, 2017 at 7:17 AM

    Aw sounds like a good day for Stinker! My guy has just been getting massage lately but he sure does seem to love it!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. EventingSaddlebredStyleApril 8, 2017 at 9:10 PM

      I think all the body work this winter/spring has really helped him. :)

      Delete
  3. Grace CApril 7, 2017 at 2:11 PM

    He looks so fancy! Hope to hear good news about the new boarding situation, I still have my fingers crossed for you

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. EventingSaddlebredStyleApril 8, 2017 at 9:10 PM

      Thanks. I am really excited but don't want to jinx anything yet

      Delete
  4. TrainwreckInTealApril 7, 2017 at 5:06 PM

    It's always rough moving to a new place and finding a new "network" -- but I think you'll manage it quicker than you think! At least Stinker isn't shy about letting you know what doesn't work for him ;)

    ReplyDelete
  5. KateRoseApril 15, 2017 at 5:49 PM

    Me and my herd are crossing our fingers and hooves for a good living situation for Stinker! Hopefully you can find a great support team at your new spot too :)

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)