Lizzie arrived April 3, 2008 to a Triangle quarantine facility. She was surrendered to Animal Control during an investigation in Johnston County. She is foundered and had not received any medical care. Her weight was declining.
Radiographs show significant damage in her front hooves due to the untreated founder. After evaluating Lizzie for a week by monitoring her pain management, appetite, etc., it has been decided to go forth with treatment. Pain medication has been minimal (1g Bute twice/day, then once per day), which shows pain management during reshaping of her hoof should also be manageable (an important part of the decision-making process on whether to pursue treatment of severely foundered horses). Her appetite is great, as well as her attitude. So an appointment has been made at the clinic to begin bringing her hooves back to where they need to be. Updates will be made during her progress.
Radiographs show significant damage in her front hooves due to the untreated founder. After evaluating Lizzie for a week by monitoring her pain management, appetite, etc., it has been decided to go forth with treatment. Pain medication has been minimal (1g Bute twice/day, then once per day), which shows pain management during reshaping of her hoof should also be manageable (an important part of the decision-making process on whether to pursue treatment of severely foundered horses). Her appetite is great, as well as her attitude. So an appointment has been made at the clinic to begin bringing her hooves back to where they need to be. Updates will be made during her progress.
Lizzie's bright, alert attitude helped with the decision to attempt treatment for her. She is only 10 years old.
On Barn Day, April 12th, Lizzie was fussed over by the volunteers and given a bath.
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