The EQUUS Foundation is the only national animal welfare in the United States 100% dedicated to protecting America's horses and strengthening the bond between horses and people.
At the core of their mission is safeguarding the comfort and dignity of America's horses throughout their lives and sharing their ability to empower, teach and heal with as many people as possible. They are committed to ensuring that horses involved in any role and in any capacity - as athletes, companions, teachers and healers - are safe, protected, and treated with dignity as partners.
Considering our geriatric population, we are fortunate to not experience the more common causes of colic such as gas or impaction. Unfortunately, what we do see is colic from strangulating lipomas. This accounts for 36% of the need for euthanasia at Mitchell Farm. The following link is a really great description from madbarn.com
Our great thanks to the BRENNAN EQUINE WELFARE FUND of the GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION for a grant, funding in part, the Mitchell Farm 2024NO HOOF, NO HORSE FARRIER FUND!
www.brennanequinewelfarefund.com
The hoof is the all-important foundation that the horse stands. Hooves absorb the concussive impact with every step of their 1000 plus lb frame. Taking good care of the hooves goes a long way to good health and quality of life.