I love seeing woman ferriers!!! Usually it’s guys so I like it and she good also !!! And yes- so important to teach your horse because it’s not the ferriers job
I am so very glad to see that your farrier is all about bare feet! 😊 The more I learn, the more I appreciate channels like yours for giving us information like this! Thank you both! And, lots of scritches to Dream for putting up with you two talking about the process of treating her feet.
Amazing demonstration of hoof care! This is such a specialized craft. Megan must have a Very strong back and knees! Have you ever caught your beautiful hair in the hoof glue? A few close calls there! Megan, you should be so proud of your work, Thank you on behalf of all horses!
@@meghannamaste6425Hi, I made a separate comment in the main comment section but was so pleased to see I could tag you directly. Is there any chance you could treat some of the severely foundered horses at Horse Plus Humane Society, Pony Tales or any of the other ‘Full circle of life’ rescues? It’s so sad because a lot of the severe foundering cases are put to sleep, especially if they have other overriding issues. I wondered if you could help in the less severe cases? I’ve often mentioned to them about the Farrier colleges, that maybe they could help but haven’t got very far. Your specialist knowledge is crucial in the horse rescue world. 🙏🏻❤️
This was the equivalent of starting a new book and not being able to put it down after the first page. Completely fascinating and extremely informative! Dreamer's color is not one I've seen before. What would would the term for it? Her face is so unique and so incredibly beautiful. Her mane as well. Stunning!
@@VersatileHorsemanship Wow! Dreamer is a "bay roan!" I think Appaloosas have the most incredible variety of colorizations. Hers is unique. Every one of your videos educates!
Would Meghan be able to visit organisations like Horse Plus Humane Society and Pony Tales to help some of the foundered horses in their care? It’s so sad because a lot of the horses are put to sleep due to severe founder. I was just wondering if some could be saved with this process? This was wonderful to watch. ❤🙏🏻
One of my goals is to do more rehabilitation work and eventually work with some rescues ☺️ I love helped maintenance and performance horses too but rehab horses have my heart ❤️
I totally agree with you. Sadly it's time consuming, expensive and difficult finding a farrier like Meghan to help those poor horses with founder. It's heartbreaking watching the rescue channels. Seems like a lot of people are not willing to help save a horse with founder. This video is so important that people can see that it can be fixed and Dreamer is such a good horse and was worth all the work ❤❤❤
One thing I think people should look at before what happens happens, in this case a founder, is insulin resistance. There is a certain time of year to test that a good vet should be able to advise. We found a product called Insulin Wise from Kentucky Performance Products. It was recommended by one of our Vets. Horses may or may not drop weight. I have a gelding and two mares on it. After a year of I retested the two mares. One tests normal the other is high normal. The gelding is a bit of a troubled soul. Having him confined to a dry lot would probably cause him to stress himself into a founder. One other thing. All but one of my laminitis cases on our farm has been this time of year. My vet and farrier gave me the same explanation. Years like this one where the temperature up and down cause hormonal fluctuating which can set off a metabolic event. We must be diligent year round because it's not just eating lush spring grass that sets it off.
It is very sticky and works great for packing hooves and treating thrush or white line infections. I've had it last a few days in really muddy conditions in bare feet.
I am very fortunate in this situation as Meghan has generously donated her time, effort, and supplies to continue her own education with dreamers hoof care rehab. In my experience, It all depends on your definition of expensive. I woudn't say anything about horses is "cheap". When looking at the long term health of an animal that was on the verge of being euthanized, this type of care is a good investment for the future. Preventing this sort of situation in the first place is ideal, but in this case, I'm just thankful that the horse should make a complete recovery.
Horses can founder in all feet but most commonly the front feet are affected. They distribute 60% of their weight to their front end so the front feet take a beating so if there is weakness or inflammation it's more likely to come to a head in the fronts. She did wear the Soft Ride boots on all 4 for a while and I was considering shoeing her hind feet based on her movement but it turned out to be body stiffness rather than hoof discomfort that caused her to move that way. We have a fabulous equine massage therapist that worked on her and literally transformed her body and movement.
Yes, I do have a huge appreciation for the "easy" ones. Manzer for example has been very expensive. He's my "bad luck" horse. Sally has been the cheapest by far 😂
Wow what an education in hoof care. Megan horses are truly blessed to have you championing their foot care. I've never seen thus process done before. Do you know if it's a process done in Great Britain and how much longer do you think it will be before Dreamer is without special protection on her feet? Awesome work both of you.👍👏👍
Daisy Bicking, one of my teachers that I learned this method from teaches internationally but I'm not sure if any of her students are in Great Britain. I will be keeping Dreamer in composites at least through spring and then reevaluate. We have a very wet environment here and mud is very damaging to hooves that are compromised. She may always need some sort of protection during peak mud season or her hooves may get strong enough that she is unaffected by it, only time will tell.
Thanks for your reply Megan. I'd love to know how Daisy got introduced to this method. It reminds me a little of some cattle hoof care I watched a while ago. Keep up this awesome work.
That was fascinating. Dreamer is lucky to have you and Meagan. Clearly these types of problems require so much hard work and expertise to resolve. So much knowledge and expense and time required to help Dreamer resolve her founder problems. Thank you for making such detailed, educational videos. Your explanations are so clear and I love you ask questions for us and the procedure unfolds. Another excellent video.
Really interesting! Thanks for sharing this, I’ve sent this video to a friend of mine that have a really foundered horse. A lot of thins I never heard of in Sweden.
This was one of of the best instructional videos I’ve seen on hoof care. Tell Meghan (sp) thank you, too. I still have trouble understanding the mechanism of action or the connection between diet and laminitis.
Thank you so much! Laminitis is a hugely complicated issue and it can be hard to do a concise explanation of it, the equine hoof itself is an incredibly complex structure. I think that's why I like hooves and hoof care so much!
Brandi, what is the name of the lady's profession? Can't remember. Lol. That looks so hard on their backs. Probably their whole body. Very hard work plus the possibility of being hurt from the horse. Does she get hazardous pay? 😁. Love your videos. Learning something new again. Thank you. 👍😊❤🐎🙏
A good ferrier is such a blessing in so many ways! So thankful for my ferrier and the friendship that came with it! She is always studying to learn more and more and I couldn't be more grateful!
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I love seeing woman ferriers!!! Usually it’s guys so I like it and she good also !!!
And yes- so important to teach your horse because it’s not the ferriers job
I am so very glad to see that your farrier is all about bare feet! 😊 The more I learn, the more I appreciate channels like yours for giving us information like this!
Thank you both! And, lots of scritches to Dream for putting up with you two talking about the process of treating her feet.
Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing demonstration of hoof care! This is such a specialized craft. Megan must have a Very strong back and knees!
Have you ever caught your beautiful hair in the hoof glue? A few close calls there!
Megan, you should be so proud of your work, Thank you on behalf of all horses!
Ha! Quite a few times actually 😆 I am quite overdue for a trim so I don't really worry if I have to snip a piece off to be honest!
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@@meghannamaste6425Hi, I made a separate comment in the main comment section but was so pleased to see I could tag you directly.
Is there any chance you could treat some of the severely foundered horses at Horse Plus Humane Society, Pony Tales or any of the other ‘Full circle of life’ rescues? It’s so sad because a lot of the severe foundering cases are put to sleep, especially if they have other overriding issues. I wondered if you could help in the less severe cases? I’ve often mentioned to them about the Farrier colleges, that maybe they could help but haven’t got very far. Your specialist knowledge is crucial in the horse rescue world. 🙏🏻❤️
Great job Meghan!! 🎉❤
This was a really fun video to make. Let’s start planning for when it’s Manzer’s turn for shoes!
Very interesting and informative. I really hope Dreamer will be ok. This is my 1st time finding you and I will continue to watch thank you😊
Oh yay! Welcome to my channel, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
This was the equivalent of starting a new book and not being able to put it down after the first page. Completely fascinating and extremely informative! Dreamer's color is not one I've seen before. What would would the term for it? Her face is so unique and so incredibly beautiful. Her mane as well. Stunning!
Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it. According to appaloosa guidelines, Dreamer is considered a bay roan
@@VersatileHorsemanship Wow! Dreamer is a "bay roan!" I think Appaloosas have the most incredible variety of colorizations. Hers is unique. Every one of your videos educates!
Would Meghan be able to visit organisations like Horse Plus Humane Society and Pony Tales to help some of the foundered horses in their care? It’s so sad because a lot of the horses are put to sleep due to severe founder. I was just wondering if some could be saved with this process?
This was wonderful to watch. ❤🙏🏻
One of my goals is to do more rehabilitation work and eventually work with some rescues ☺️ I love helped maintenance and performance horses too but rehab horses have my heart ❤️
@@meghannamaste6425 that’s so beautiful Meghan. 🙏🏻 They’re in such desperate need of skills like yours.
I totally agree with you. Sadly it's time consuming, expensive and difficult finding a farrier like Meghan to help those poor horses with founder. It's heartbreaking watching the rescue channels. Seems like a lot of people are not willing to help save a horse with founder. This video is so important that people can see that it can be fixed and Dreamer is such a good horse and was worth all the work ❤❤❤
One thing I think people should look at before what happens happens, in this case a founder, is insulin resistance. There is a certain time of year to test that a good vet should be able to advise. We found a product called Insulin Wise from Kentucky Performance Products. It was recommended by one of our Vets. Horses may or may not drop weight. I have a gelding and two mares on it. After a year of I retested the two mares. One tests normal the other is high normal. The gelding is a bit of a troubled soul. Having him confined to a dry lot would probably cause him to stress himself into a founder. One other thing. All but one of my laminitis cases on our farm has been this time of year. My vet and farrier gave me the same explanation. Years like this one where the temperature up and down cause hormonal fluctuating which can set off a metabolic event. We must be diligent year round because it's not just eating lush spring grass that sets it off.
Yes, all great info. I have a couple that have been on insulin wise as well.
That was really interesting. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Does the Artimud stay on without shoes in the mud?
It stays on pretty darn good!
It is very sticky and works great for packing hooves and treating thrush or white line infections. I've had it last a few days in really muddy conditions in bare feet.
Rooster being pretty annoying 🙄
It’s a farm.. and it’s reality
It's a satisfying job. Back breaking but rewarding.
Agreed!
I often wonder if a crush like the cattle hoof trimmers use would be useful?
It would save their backs!
Excellent video!
Thank you both😊
That look like a really expensive procedure.....
I am very fortunate in this situation as Meghan has generously donated her time, effort, and supplies to continue her own education with dreamers hoof care rehab. In my experience, It all depends on your definition of expensive. I woudn't say anything about horses is "cheap". When looking at the long term health of an animal that was on the verge of being euthanized, this type of care is a good investment for the future. Preventing this sort of situation in the first place is ideal, but in this case, I'm just thankful that the horse should make a complete recovery.
So fascinating to watch this, where her back feet completely unaffected and sound?
As far as I know, the hind were not affected. I’m sure Meghan will respond to questions as she sees them, she can tell you more about that
Horses can founder in all feet but most commonly the front feet are affected. They distribute 60% of their weight to their front end so the front feet take a beating so if there is weakness or inflammation it's more likely to come to a head in the fronts. She did wear the Soft Ride boots on all 4 for a while and I was considering shoeing her hind feet based on her movement but it turned out to be body stiffness rather than hoof discomfort that caused her to move that way. We have a fabulous equine massage therapist that worked on her and literally transformed her body and movement.
Poor Dreamer.. Your Farrier is top👍. The Rooster🐓is calling the ladies 🐔😃
She’s really awesome
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Yay Dreamer!
Did you see how nicely she brought her foot forward onto the stand? She could never do that before you worked your magic on her! ❤️
A reminder how expensive horses can be and how regular xrays are helpful.
Yes, I do have a huge appreciation for the "easy" ones. Manzer for example has been very expensive. He's my "bad luck" horse. Sally has been the cheapest by far 😂
Wow what an education in hoof care. Megan horses are truly blessed to have you championing their foot care. I've never seen thus process done before. Do you know if it's a process done in Great Britain and how much longer do you think it will be before Dreamer is without special protection on her feet?
Awesome work both of you.👍👏👍
Daisy Bicking, one of my teachers that I learned this method from teaches internationally but I'm not sure if any of her students are in Great Britain. I will be keeping Dreamer in composites at least through spring and then reevaluate. We have a very wet environment here and mud is very damaging to hooves that are compromised. She may always need some sort of protection during peak mud season or her hooves may get strong enough that she is unaffected by it, only time will tell.
Thanks for your reply Megan. I'd love to know how Daisy got introduced to this method. It reminds me a little of some cattle hoof care I watched a while ago.
Keep up this awesome work.
Your rooster really wants to be heard.😂❤
I think we have 12 roosters.. They all decided they needed to be involved 😂
That was fascinating. Dreamer is lucky to have you and Meagan. Clearly these types of problems require so much hard work and expertise to resolve. So much knowledge and expense and time required to help Dreamer resolve her founder problems. Thank you for making such detailed, educational videos. Your explanations are so clear and I love you ask questions for us and the procedure unfolds. Another excellent video.
Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Really interesting! Thanks for sharing this, I’ve sent this video to a friend of mine that have a really foundered horse. A lot of thins I never heard of in Sweden.
Oh good, I hope your friend can find it helpful. Thanks for sharing
Tie training really pays off!
Yes, and not teaching them to tie well can be incredibly dangerous
This was one of of the best instructional videos I’ve seen on hoof care. Tell Meghan (sp) thank you, too. I still have trouble understanding the mechanism of action or the connection between diet and laminitis.
Thank you so much! Laminitis is a hugely complicated issue and it can be hard to do a concise explanation of it, the equine hoof itself is an incredibly complex structure. I think that's why I like hooves and hoof care so much!
Brandi, what is the name of the lady's profession? Can't remember. Lol. That looks so hard on their backs. Probably their whole body. Very hard work plus the possibility of being hurt from the horse. Does she get hazardous pay? 😁. Love your videos. Learning something new again. Thank you. 👍😊❤🐎🙏
Meghan is Dreamer's hoof care provider. Some refer to themselves as trimmers, or farriers, blacksmiths.
A good ferrier is such a blessing in so many ways! So thankful for my ferrier and the friendship that came with it! She is always studying to learn more and more and I couldn't be more grateful!
Oh I totally agree!
Dreamerrr🫶🏻
Isn't she just the cutest?
@VersatileHorsemanship the red saddle pad on her yesterday looked amazing on her!