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©
Shannon Kalahan
Thoroughbred
Gelding
1990
Prospector's Quest - known as Maxx around the barn - came to
SCR in rough shape. He was, in essence, a cripple. He had fractured
sessamoids in both fore legs, torn suspensory ligaments and
had the start of degenerative joint disease. It was clear to
us that he would need intensive therapy to restore any sort
of mobility. He was immediately placed on long-term stall rest,
and underwent physical as well as magnetic therapy at our Monson,
MA foster farm with Lee Williams, professional massage therapist
and SCR board member.
Maxx did very well, despite being regulated to stall rest and
therapy for over a year. He was able to cope with everything
that we asked of him to heal from his extensive injuries. He
even learned to roll on a lead rope!
Maxx recovered from his injuries, and was labeled as "serviceably
sound" for an intermediate rider. Maxx is currently looking
for a light riding home where he will be loved like part of
the family.
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