by pmc » Fri Aug 12, 2005 12:49 pm
#ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#The circular blemish on her lip should be checked out by a vet. Could be ringworm, or, more likely, a sarcoid. How big is it? A dime? A quarter? A loonie?#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#If your horse is being wormed regularily and properly, the weight loss shouldn't be attributable to worms. If in doubt, your vet will take a stool sample and have it analyzed. Lots of horses have been dropping some weight this summer due to the intense heat and humidity. If, however, the weight loss is worrisome, again, get your vet to have a look.#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl#