Dang it , you should not had to have gone through this but you are doing a fantastic job with Black Jack. In my humble opinion you deserve and earned your next and new horse free of all medical and mental problems! I pray your next horse will be a quiet and sound horse

yep, tripping could be a sign of old founder / lameness - so sorry he is going thru this and glad to hear you are willing to get the right help for him. blessings n stay kind always!

I am so sorry, but he is maybe your learning horse, and maybe thats ok. Thank you for loving him where he's at. He is still beautiful and so love able. Love your videos!

Two things; has he been tested for EPM? Second, with his quiet demeanor, he would be a great therapy horse for children.

I'm so sorry you are going through so much with your beautiful Black Jack... I'm also glad that you are sharing your story about everything that is going on with your new boy! With all of the knowledge of all of us horse people everywhere, I'm sure you will get great advice from horse owners that have been through similar situations. Believe it or not sometimes veterinarians miss some things. It has happened to me as a horse/trainer owner. So all ears and eyes are always a good thing. My first thought is Black Jack is not considered an old horse, he should have many, many years of riding in him. Many horses that compete in high level jumping are at their best at these years and beyond. I guess what I'm trying to tell you is, don't give up. You are doing the right steps. You can never go wrong with stall rest with hand walking as long as the horse can tolerate this. Some horse have a hard time with this. Just remember horses are built to roam and move. Plus the more hand walking will help with circulation blood flow is better for healing. I always hand walk 3x's a day. Time is on your side, enjoy these moments with him as you two bond. Horses are a great therapy, stress relief and more! Thanks for sharing! God bless.....😊

I’ll bet the answer is yes, being that you’re at a very high end barn, but IF there aren't already rubber stall mats under the bedding in Black Jacks stall, maybe that would be a good idea. It would help with the stall rest. Hang in there. Your attitude is incredible and dedication to Black Jack admirable ♥️

Glad your wearing a hat! Take care of your skin in that Texas heat! You can enjoy him on the ground ... you're doing the responsible care he needs. Lucky horse to have you. You'll learn lots about yourself in this rehab journey❤

File it in the back of your mind that the previous owner said he gets quite “fuzzy” in the winter. Was he kept in a barn, blanketed, or outside with a shed row for shelter? Coat quality is part genetics but it also can give you insight into what is going on internally. It will be interesting to see how he does this coming winter. I fully agree that stall rest and hand walking is in Black Jacks best interest right now. He forgets he’s a gelding and has very stallion like behavior in the pasture with other horses. He is very beautiful puzzle I am sure you will solve.

Bless you for continuing to stand up for your boy! ❤

Love your jokes!! Male patten baldness 😂 Like I said before, listen to your gut. That is cool that the horse owner next to BJ your going together to the MRI having a buddy will keep both calm. Hopefully that will bring some answers!! Like another commentor said, watch his coat as it gets to your winter. " Fuzzy" can be different to different people. If it gets really curly, wavy & he doesn't shed it like the other horses in the barn possibly his thyroid is out of wack. My OTTB had that happen when I brought him home. Put on meds for a year & now fine. I would check for Cushings & EPM since BJ is an older fella. My OTTB is 18yrs now & even though there is nothing I am having x-rays done to have something to go by. Horses are like us, as they age things change. I just bought a new saddle for mine cause his back muscles have changed. I try to stay ahead of things the best I can, but poo happens!! You are doing Awesome with him!! You are watching & listening to him. That there is half the battle!! These little moments together doing nothing is more important to both of you, so suck it in!! It is not about the riding, but the connection, riding is a bonus!! ❤ love your videos & you guys!! You got this!!

Thank you for this update. I really admire your commitment to Black Jack!

You do a great job.🎉

I’m sorry things aren’t going well. Wishing you and Black Jack the very best 🐴❤️

I am so sorry to hear he is worse.

Many years ago I was taking riding lesson the horse was fine the owner got a new farrier and all of a sudden the horse was tripping alot while walking and riding him she call a new farrier/blacksmith new shoes were applied problem solved you might want to look into to it. good luck

Tripping is frequently due to a neurological disorder. Neuro exam, EPM testing, neck imaging

It's only money who needs that..😂😂😂😂 love your demeanor with all that is going on and love to BlackJack ❤ I still have to go back and watch from the beginning but I am sure all us horse Mom's are throwing everything at you to ask vet to check for PPID (Cushings) Laminitis/founder Lyme (and all seperate tests that go with it) EPM And all other neurological problems that could be Kissing spine Arthritis, spurs..etc I can hear your bank account draining..😮😢

Male patten baldness 😄😄 Oh you make me laugh! He will look lovely with a mane and forelock. Losing weight is really good for his lameness and general health. Horse's feed is so important - have you watched CC's latest vid. She thinks Studman has a metabolic issue. What she's done with Nigel is nothing short of miraculous 😮 Love that grumpy old man ❤ Is BJ still stumbling as you lead him around? If he isn't, I would leave him another week or 2 to see if stable rest helps him. If he is still stumbling, MRI - ouch $$$

I hope he gets better soon 🙏

Your attitude and attention to Black Jack’s problem is inspiring. I have a miniature horse that I rescued. She developed arthritis not long after we got her. I joked to our veterinarian that she was going to end up being my most expensive horse! 😅

I would check into testing for Lyme and EPM or another neurological issue that perhaps is causing the physical symptoms

My horse has been tripping a lot since his injury. But he has also been on stall rest. There is a regimen of hand walking that goes along with stall rest, may be your vet can help with that

It sounds like he’s Neurological?? It’s such a pity, he’s such a lovely boy and I hope he can be helped.

I second getting him tested for EPM.

I’m curious if he was body clipped prior to you purchasing him and if so it makes me wonder why this time of year? The coat shouldn’t be long unless he has cushions, worms or something going on? I still suspect epm Lymes pssm to cause the stumbling and other symptoms you describe

I’m curious if he was body clipped prior to you purchasing him and if so it makes me wonder why this time of year? The coat shouldn’t be long unless he has cushions, worms or something going on? I still suspect epm Lymes pssm to cause the stumbling and other symptoms you describe 😪🙏🏻

BJ is a handfull ! I see he is stepping firm when standing with both front legs! Keep him in a diet! I would take the two front shoes off Just to see the reaction when he movés on a Hard surface, in the stall is ok and on the round pen. The problem of BJ is more on the right shoulder and the right side of his neck. He is UNCOORDINATED, this means that he has a muscle cramp in his right side where I told you. How to make him good. That's another story. Do this first.

I may present an opinion that’s not popular, but I don’t think stall rest is a good option, unless he’s got an acute injury. Horses need movement, even chronically lame ones. If he really needs to avoid full turnout, perhaps there is a limited space small paddock he can use. Have you had his neck xrayed to check for ECVM? It’s a congenital malformation in the caudal cervical spine, effecting C/6 and C/7 cervical vertebra, even it also involves the first and second ribs, thoracic and lumbar vertebrae. The consequences of ECVM can vary - from minor to quite extensive. Tripping is quite common in horses with ECVM because they find it hard to lift through the thoracic sling. Therefore they are traveling on their forehand which makes it easy to trip. As you know, such horses aren’t safe to ride. If they are otherwise comfortable, exercising with a program that strengthens the thoracic sling (the chest and shoulders) will help him lift and carry himself and stop the tripping. I went through this with a horse of mine so I can tell you it does work. But you must find a trainer who can help you work with him because it’s a long road and takes patience and dedication. Here are a few links for information regarding ECVM. www.ecvmallbreeds.com/wat-is-ecvm Science Of Motion®,Jean Luc Cornille was a member of Cadre Noir de Saumur,now updating equine biomechanics with advanced applied science. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ieCbZ9KE1cW2lGg.htmlsi=rnzZHv1I04V41ajN And I highly recommend this Facebook group m.facebook.com/groups/250441277886069/?ref=share Lastly, so I’m not accused of shouting fire in a crowded theater, your horse’s problems may have nothing to do with ECVM. But it’s worth looking into, educating yourself. The frustrations you’re experiencing are familiar, many others have traveled that road. Ask me how I know.

I hope you find an answer so you won’t be keeping him in his stall for too long. Horses need to be walking around and grazing, being on stall rest is extreme both for bod and psyche. Could he not go out in a smaller paddock with just one horse? Being confined is very stressful for a horse, they are animals who need to be moving and it is good for them to be able to decide where to put his feet rather than stall confinement and hand walking. Twenty three hours of unnatural confinement is a very extreme solution for tripping. Please read up on horse behavior and what they need. When I first got interested in horses I kept mine at boarding barns with the usual day or night turnout and that arrangement is practical and convenient for us, not for the horse. It took me 20 years until I managed to organize a situation where they had access to both their stalls and pasture at any time, they were free to choose. I only put them in their stalls for their meals, bad weather or heat. In extreme cases it may be necessary to put them on stall rest but it would have to be an absolute necessity recommended by a vet for specific reason. I don’t mean to appear to preach but it took me a long time of learning about horses to know this about them and just want to give you the benefit of my experience. It is no small thing for a horse to be confined.

My quarter horse has crappy forelock hair 🤣 some horses have thicker hair. Mine does not 🤣

Maybe consider a neurological exam as well, before you spend big money on an MRI

I do energy medicine and specialize in horse treatment. I might be able to help. Plz contact me by posting your email here. Thank you.

Has navicular disease been ruled out ❤