Silver      

      STATUS:   Currently in Rehabilitation

      BREED:    Percheron/Thoroughbred Cross (Warmblood)

      AGE:          11 years

      GENDER:    Gelding

      TRAINING:   Halter broke,

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OCTOBER 2007   Silver came to the rescue limping with a badly swollen hock.  We took him to our vet for x-rays which revealed calcium deposits in the upper portion of the hock joint.  Also, a large "chunk" of calcium had broken loose and was floating outside the joint.  The vet advised that the calcium that had broken loose would eventually be absorbed or converted to scar tissue.  Surgery was an option, however the vet felt that the very slim chance of a successful outcome allowing Silver to be sound for riding did not justify the possible complications and invasiveness of the surgery.  Silver is pasture sound and with rest and relaxation the vet advised that due to his size and otherwise overall good condition, he might eventually be sound for very light riding by a small rider at a walk - absolutely no trotting or loping.  Silver also has a front foot that turns slightly inward.  This condition has caused a windpuff on his ankle, however it does not appear to bother him at this time.  Once Silver has had a couple of months to rest and relax, we will re-evaluate his condition and he will be available for adoption as a companion horse only or with light riding limitations, depending on his condition.

MAY 2008  Silver is still recovering and continues to limp slightly from his injured hock.  He has also twisted the ankle that is turned while running in the pasture.  At this time, Silver will remain at the rescue in Rehabilitation until he is completely pasture sound and walking without a limp.

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