Treed or Treeless, your saddle still has to fit your horse. This one has a number of issues but the most obvious is that the billets are too far back for this horse’s girth spot. The billets will likely run forward as the horse moves, pulling the saddle with it. It doesn’t matter it doesn’t have a tree, the panels will still block the horse’s shoulder movement. Not good. #saddlefit #veterinarian #horsecare #horse #inspiritusequine #joannarobsondvm #holistichorsevet #treeless #tree #billets #ponyclub #trailride #vettech
May 2025 give you everything you want and may nobody take it away from you. #sausage #george #boundaries #cat #kittensofinstagram #newyear2025 #kitten #trending #blessings
Basic Western saddle fitting issue you can check at home with your 👀 your 🖐️ and a 🖊️ pen-
🐴 If you can’t fit a pen between the top of the saddle and your horses shoulder- it’s too tight! The angle is wrong (too flat!).
🐴 going to a “wider tree” makes the problem worse, not better
🐴Padding can help some saddles but it will only make a pinching saddle worse if the angle is wrong or there’s not enough room at the top at the withers.
🐴 Every horse is different, every saddle is different…it can take some time to find the right combo but it’s worth the effort!
Happy Riding! #saddle #saddlefitting #saddlefit #westernstyle #westernwear #horse #horsecare #equinevet #trending #inspiritusequine #holisticvet #ponyclub #tackcheck #circley #pinching #backpain #pony #saddlepad #pen #joannarobsondvm
Infrared Thermography is a non-invasive imaging tool that can help localize inflammation, injuries, nerve problems, or imbalances. IRT shows changes in active metabolism- physiologic imaging- and helps localize problems, the WHERE. Thermography is often followed-up with X-ray (radiograph) or ultrasound to show the WHAT. Proper patient preparation and a controlled environment are essential for quality images. Water, sweat, fly sprays or topicals, sunshine, and wind, can all impact images. Image interpretation is best performed by a Veterinarian trained in infrared technology. #horsesincolor #inspiritusequine #infrared #infraredimaging #thermography #equinevet #holisticvet #wholehorse #reels #horsesofinstagram #horsevet #equinecare #equine #horsewelfare #dressage #jumping #aqha #cutehorse #nevan
Aquapuncture! 😃 Aquapuncture is injecting Vitamin B-12 (or other solutions like saline or traumeel) into acupuncture points. B-12 is safe, provides local stimulation and healing, and helps with pain-relief. Aquapuncture is also useful for patients who aren’t tolerant of standing long periods of time for dry-needling, or who need extra stimulation at specific points. B-12 will be absorbed over the next 5-7 days after injection. Most horse 🐴 patients do really well with aquapuncture! 😃 #horsecare #horse #acupuncture #holistic #inspiritusequine #vet #horsevet #equinewellness #tcvm #tcm #naturalhealing #reels #trendingreels #painrelief #goodboynevan #ietrulylafn #horsebutt
Acupuncture is a wonderful modality to support laminitis patients. This sweetie was recently barefoot and triggered by some activity on hard/sharp footing. It’s important to look at the whole picture- the history, potential causes, rule out metabolic issues, and determine the best plan for the patient as an individual. Appropriate medication, #softrideboots, #xrays and supportive care can help manage a patient in an acute episode. I like seeing 🩸 from my needle points as it gives me lots of information about inflammation, acute vs. chronic conditions, and tells me I’m on the mark. This kiddo 🐴 is on their way to healing. #laminitis #horses #acupuncture #equinevet #holistic #holisticvet #ting #needles #horsehealth #sometimestheyneedshoes #whoathere #horsehealing #inspiritusequine #ilovemyclients
Because he’s simply the very bestest boi 🐶 . And because Mom is a vet who does a lot of small animal dentistry. Hey folks- if your dog’s treats are too hard to stick your thumbnail into, or too hard to slap across your knee (ouch!) they will break your dog’s teeth! Fractured toofies 🦷 keep vets in business and dogs in pain. Step away from the white bones, antlers, rawhides, and other random granite-like chewing objects that break Fido’s pearly whites and your wallet at the vet office! @oscar.fenley loves his #goodlovin #norawhide chews and his #imanearthanimal no-hide easily digestible dog chews! #earthanimal are #madeintheusa #givemethedamnedtreats #tease #chewy
This 💕 love 🐱 is still available at PetCo in Vacaville! As a Veterinarian I want to emphasize my job is NOT playing with puppies and kittens all day, but one of the perks is getting to watch these littles grow up, find homes, and come back to see me! I wanted the Tortie but she got a home 💕. 2 kitties left, this Floof and a silver tabby wild one! #adoptdontshop🐾 #kitten #kitties #rescuecat #veterinarian #petco #wellnessclinic #adoptme #whoneedstv #floof #catsofinstagram #inspiritusequine
Quidding! No, That’s not a #harrypotter thang, it’s when your horse drops partially chewed balls of feed or hay and could indicate mouth pain or that they’re due for a dental. Other causes include being surprised or spooked while eating, eating something they don’t like so they spit it out, or neurological disorders. If you start seeing these little food wads please call your veterinarian to evaluate your horse’s teeth and assess for any mouth or body pain. #equinevet #horsevet #quidding #hay #dental #horseteeth #mouthpain #horse #horsecare #dysmastication #horsesofinstagram #holisticvet #horsedentist #vettech #veterinarian #theconnectedvet #nevan
Foxtails!! Tis the season for this miserable plant to wreak havoc on your pets and horses (and keep veterinarians in business!). Beware these sharp little awns that like to stick to your pet’s fur and burrow into paws, ears, noses…pretty much anywhere! They also like to travel (I’ve removed them from under skin and even from a dog’s lung!). Symptoms include sneezing/sneezing blood, shaking the head and scratching at the ears, whimpering, swollen toes or paws, swollen eyelids/closed eye. There are nets and face shields for your pet to protect them, but the best defense is to keep out of them, shave long fur from pet paws, check your dog regularly after walkies, stay on paved walkways or plant-free trails. And inspect your 🐴 horse’s mouth if foxtails are in their pastures or hay. #foxtails #keepingvetsinbusiness #pet #grass #weeding #vets #veterinarian #dogsofinstagram #petcare #nose #paws #grooming #plantawns #vettips #stayoffthegrass #awareness #inspiritusequine #theconnectedvet
DSLD known as Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Disease/Desmitis is a progressive disease affecting the ligaments in the legs as well as other body parts, and there is sadly no cure at this time. Please talk to your veterinarian if you are noticing changes in your horse’s legs, soreness, or more fetlock drop. Supportive care and management may improve your horse’s comfort. Thank you to this horse for his teaching. #dsld #horse #horsevet #horselegs #inspiritusequine #holistichorsevet #seniorhorse #ligaments #pasofino #cushings #reels #drrobson #horsehealth #horsesofinstagram #horsereels
