Jim nearly 3weeks after colic op

[Nari]

I thought some of you who'd been following his progress may be interested in these. I don't think he's looking bad, all things considered. He hasn't even dropped much weight according to my weigh tape!
Not impressed at being made to stand around



Back in his box




And a couple of his incision, complete with staples following Tuesday's failed attempts to remove them.

[nikicb]

Hi Nari, he's looking so great, you wouldn't believe it's only been 3 weeks. Has he settled into a routine now he's home? His scar look's like Tiff's did - so neat!

[Nari]

He's not overly impressed with it TBH. He behaves in the stable but demands a lot of attention. He's good to walk round the barn as long as the gates are shut, he's not too trustworthy if he knows he can get out. Grazing in hand has been rather "interesting" at times & now I only do it if someone else is around, if I'm on my own I walk him then handpick a bucket of grass. It helps that his companion is more than happy to stay in with him & in my friend's barn they can touch & groom each other.

The vet's needlework is excellent, if I ever need stitching I know where I'm going!

[Patches]

What a neat incision line.

You'd never believe he had just been through colic surgery. His coat and condition are amazing.

Here's hoping his recovery continues without hitch.

[vetsbestfriend]

He is looking very well and I hope his recovery continues to go smoothly. I know what you mean about inhand walking and trusting them when you are on your own. I had to lead my horse in a bridle holding the reins and also a long lunge line so I still had something to hold. He used to grab either the lunge line or the reins in his teeth and then show me his belly (rearing and leaping) or try and tank off as he wanted some fun, this was within 10 days of the operation!

Not too much longer before you will be able to turn him out hopefully for short periods. Continued good luck.

[sleepingdragon10]

Glad he's doing so well do keep letting us know how he is xx

[Nailed]

What a brave boy!

Such a need incision!

Lou x

[howengold]

I would never have known he had the op! His coat is so glossy and he looks so well.

[stroppymare153]

he looks really well! daughter's horse had colic surgery in early march - lost a lot of weight at the time but has made a great recovery - see http://www.everybodysmile.biz/photosynergy/ Stonar BE XC Wed 1st July, page 14, 3rd photo on page and lots after!
He is better than ever now and thoroughly enjoying himself!!

hope your lovely boy does as well!

[_jetset_]

He looks great!

I am so pleased to read this post having been through the very same thing just over 12 months ago...