11/01/2026
A little update on Danny. 💛
After about two and a half months of stall rest, we took Danny to a specialist to better understand what’s happening with his leg. His visit included an ultrasound and shockwave treatment, which also helped her assess where his discomfort may be coming from.
During his rest, Danny has also seen Alice twice for corrective hoof care and our veterinarian at Loomis Basin. Our understanding right now is that the injury he sustained before coming to us likely involved hyperextension.
Under his specialist’s guidance, we’ll continue with shockwave, Equioxx, a Chinese herbal supplement selected for tendon and ligament support, and a muscle relaxer. He’ll also begin a couple of five-minute walks each day to gradually rebuild strength.
The hopeful news: his specialist anticipates a full recovery, though it may take about a year. We’re taking that one day—and a few careful steps—at a time.
Danny’s story is also a reminder that injured animals deserve time, appropriate care, and the chance to heal. Just as we need to adjust what we ask of ourselves when we’re hurt, we need to adjust what we ask of them.
When someone’s income depends on an animal’s work, an injury can bring difficult decisions. But an animal’s need for care doesn’t disappear when they can no longer earn their keep. If providing that care becomes difficult, reaching out for help is a responsible, compassionate step.
We can’t change what happened before Danny came to us. We can give him the time and care he needs now.
He doesn’t have to earn that. 💛
