Horse Acupuncture-Liam and Quinn the rescued Belgian Draft Horses get acupuncture with Dr. Hardy

Episode 69
Many of our subscribers reached out to us in the comments and said we needed to look into getting acupuncture for our horses. All the Belgian Draft Horses here on our farm are older horses with medical conditions and they are here for retirement after working their whole lives. Our horses were all rescued from almost shipping to slaughter.
Liam and Quinn were both rescued from Bowie Texas Livestock. When we picked Liam up from the livestock yard he could barely walk. We found out that he suffers from coffin and pastern joint arthritis. Quinn was rescued literally off a slaughter truck because the truck was overfull. We rescued Quinn but he came to us with cellulitis which is a condition that results in inflammation and sometimes infection of the subcutaneous tissues that lie beneath the skin. It commonly affects only one limb at a time and is most likely in the hind end. We took Quinn to the vet right away and he did not have an infection but he has a severely swollen left hind leg.
I started researching equine acupuncture and found Dr. Megan Hardy of Amarillo Equine a vet here in the Amarillo area that did acupuncture. She happened to be the same vet that treats our dogs! Small world! I contacted Dr. Hardy and discussed the horses conditions. She felt that acupuncture would definitely benefit Liam and Quinn along with some of the other horses. So we got an appointment scheduled with her as soon as we could and this video is our appointment here on the farm. She also gave us a few other suggestions on additional treatments for the horses that we will be implementing.
Acupuncture involves the insertion of a sterilized, stainless steel needles through the skin at predetermined sites (acupuncture points) for the treatment of musculoskeletal problems: muscle soreness, back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease, obscure lameness, laminitis and pain management.
We hope you enjoy this video as much as we did while filming it. This was a very educational experience on equine acupuncture and we can't thank Dr. Hardy enough for taking the time to explain everything that she was doing during the treatment and why it benefited the horses.
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[@jolynnhill8502]

I am so happy you are saving these magnificent horses from slaughter. It is sad that they are used for hard labor and then when they get old they are sent to slaughter. That is just wrong! I hope the acupuncture works for Quinn and Liam. They are such sweet horses. I am in the desert of Arizona where it has been 115 degrees for a month now. Hoping it gets a little cooler soon for all the animals..

[@carolwithers5478]

I keep reading that stem cell injections are getting better results in humans with joint issues in their spines, hips, knees and ankles. I wonder if the same would be true for Liam?

[@GayleHallAZ]

@@carolwithers5478 Stem cells are extracted from living HUMAN embryos; after which, the fetus dies - another human life is callously ended in the name of science. I seriously doubt it’s safe to inject human stem cells into a horse. As far as I’m aware, they aren’t creating horse embryos in the lab for purposes of stem cell extraction, but I could be wrong.

[@terryt.1643]

I hope you get some heat relief soon!

[@cbfarber5064]

I was shocked to learn when attending a TAFA conference some years ago that some of the Amish in the Lancaster PA area have puppy mills. ( ASPCA film ). Some rescuers try to buy the used up breeders before they are killed, but this has to be done very anonymously. So the fate of the horses is not so surprising.

[@amylarson3958]

Where the heck do you think she gets these horses from? Oh good grief read up on it.... These are horses that are being sent to slaughter.

[@ellierose6]

Oh my gosh such good boys. Trusting a stranger with tiny little metal fly bite things. And its so refreshing to see real women in a KZbin video - no makeup, no ridiculous outfits and baby voices. Respect for all, horses included.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

They both did so good! Thank you for the wonderful compliment, comment and support. We appreciate you!

[@lilianmcguigan9240]

Both Liam and Quinn stood so well for Dr. Hardy, such gentlemen. Hope it helps greatly. Hi from your neighbour in Alberta.

[@moccasinlanding]

I LOVE LIAM! He is so funny and curious! A whole bunch of things he finds of interest....a very positive personality as big as HE is!❤😂

[@ninakaiser2930]

Dr. Hardy seems like an awesome vet! She explained and showed well. I have received acupuncture treatments and they have helped me tremendously! I hope Quinn and Liam have great benefits, too. Liam was definitely reactive on the front legs - which mirrors his challenges in those feet. Thank you for taking us along! Both horses were very, very well behaved. It’s a good sign Liam reacted so strongly for his treatment!

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

He did really good with treatment. We are hoping not helps both of them.

[@shelfuller724]

❤ Very educational video Julie. Goodness Dr Hardy is tall!! Liam is adorable, and I hope the new acupuncture and medications will ease his pain on walking. Mane and tail growing beautifully ❤.

[@Swimkid1]

My goodness, Liam is a truly magnificent horse! His eyes and facial features are gorgeous eh Julie? Liam crashed out at the end of the video was hilarious lol. Thank you once again for yet another wonderful presentation from your lovely farm family Julie. Warm regards, Dave UK

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

[@sandyfarley260]

He's definitely feeling the treatment and let's pray it works for him! Thank you for all you and Cory do for these gentle giants, Julie!

[@Lily_1010]

You take such good care of those beautiful drafts! Liam looks so good for his age - his coat is real nice, and now that his mane is growing in he is a real looker, I pray for all that pain to leave them, they must of worked real hard for humans and now you are working hard for them. God Bless you and them.

[@carmelduggan6547]

Absolutely wonderful to see just how quiet these wonderful giant horses are and how well the behaved during the Acupuncture. I've had Acupuncture a number of times and it's a truly amazing treatment and really works amazingly well. It's truly fantastic your work for these wonderful horses, thank you🐴🐎🐴

[@trippinggauntlet4520]

That was fascinating, particularly the needles being bent by the muscle tension. Please thank Dr Hardy for being on camera and sharing her skills with us. Very best wishes to you, Corey and the herd.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

Thank you so much for the update Julie ❤ Dr Hardy is a fantastic vet and I love watching her. I would like to say that I had the Osphos injections done for my horse Murphy. He has bone cysts in his back leg and also arthritis in his front legs. He had the first injection 4 years ago, the second 6 months later and the third one year later. He hasn't needed anymore since. He is on pain medication, Equioxx and has a buteless powder mixed with his food. The Osphos really helped him. Here in Germany one injection cost me 450Euros 😢 now the price has gone up 30% but if he needed it I would have done again. Thank you for looking after these gentle giants with so much love and having them treated properly. A huge thank you to Dr Hardy ❤

[@sunnyseacat6857]

Have you tried energy work for your horses? Book: Jin Shin Jyutsu for Your Animal Companion is outstanding and easy to understand with diagrams too.

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

@@sunnyseacat6857 yes I have done energy work on him. Thank you so much for the book recommendation, I'm always happy to try new things out and I love reading. I will check the book out. Thanks. Love to you 🙏💖

[@charlotterockel-kennedy8913]

@@sunnyseacat6857 to let you know, I have just ordered the book.

[@mariaviir3289]

Fantastic Acupunture, thank You for helping the Horses 🙏💕💕🌞🌞🌞

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for watching!

[@boessheila50]

Very lovely u r treating ur big rescue horses. Such well mannered big horses. I truly hope Liam gets much better from the accupuncture. GOD BLESS U FOR RESCUING THESE BIG HORSES FROM THE KILLERS

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you! He does seem to be getting a little better. We are going to get him the OsPhos injection that Dr Hardy recommended.

[@christinegothard2776]

I adore Liam and Quinn such gentle Giants . But all the herd are gorgeous ❤️❤️🇬🇧

[@sueflynn9886]

Really enjoyed watching the horses enjoy their treatments, they are such wonderful characters! Thank you for all you do for them!❤️

[@propertylady57]

It is so nice to see these beautiful drafts being able to relax and have a life. Where I live in Maryland we have a lot of Amish and they really work their horses hard. It breaks my heart seeing them. Bless you and your husband for rescuing these majestic creatures.❤

[@GGMASherry]

Liam reminds me of a Trojan horse! He is so beautiful! Such a sweet boy!❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you!

[@marypugliese5424]

Liam is your baby. Watching him walk up behind you was so precious. Many blessings to you and your family and friends for all the love and care you shower on these exquisite creatures. God bless.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much!

[@clarepaynick789]

Nice to see the horses sneaking up behind you to get in the pic! Such awesome treatments for the sweet elderly times in their lives❣️💋☮️🤡🥵🤣

[@dreamcatcher3861]

1 pack of Bute-less on its way to you Julie. I really hope it helps.❤ Thank you for all you do and all you give, you’re truly precious. Respect and kindest regards, Ann Malik. 🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much! We truly appreciate your kindness, support and generosity!

[@dreamcatcher3861]

@@FletcherFarmsAmarillo you’re more than welcome, no need to thank me, what you do for these beautiful horses is much much more. 🙏🏻❤️

[@u_maru4797]

Thank you so much for the update! Your lovely care for the gorgeous horses is absolutely awesome ❤❤❤ they deserve it so much after a life full of hard work and abuse ....you both are angels on earth...God bless you🙏❤ Just donated😊

[@ambersemona9676]

This treatment for my chronic back pain, no feeling in my arms and feet. Has worked wonders for me‼️ in fact the first time I had it done I cried the whole time! Because It had been over 20 yrs that I hadn’t lived in constant pain❗️🥰 That’s so awesome how the treatment relaxed him to the point of sleep‼️🤣👍🏼💗

[@chewonthis...]

Hi Julie, I've been receiving physical therapy for lymphatic drainage myself... And it's brought me great relief in the reduction of my swollen limbs! Hopefully it will be the same for your horses. Regards, Gina&Chewy

[@susanstein6604]

The very first time I had acupuncture I was so relaxed I felt like I had taken a muscle relaxant.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Oh wow! We are really hoping that this helps these two.

[@jojong1308]

Love your videos and the love for the horses!! Thank you from the Netherlands.

[@mariepennington1632]

Both horses looked like they benefited from the acupuncture treatments… and Liam got a wonderful nap time 😴

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Liam is such a character. He seems to be walking around better too

[@narelleravesi4993]

I just love what you are doing for these beautiful beautiful horses 🙏❤️

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much!

[@kristenkylemack9477]

Liam is so adorable. His personality is so darn cute for such a huge boy! 😍 He so easy going. Seeing him walk up behind you at the end of the video. His ears were all perked up he seemed to be walking a bit more comfortably. He had his thinking cap on, wondering who is she talking too? Then his big nose checks out the camera. I think he seen you talking to that thing before! So he had too check it out! I think he has gotten very attached to you! I had a friend who hurt his back at work & was stuck bent over. He could not stand straight up at all. His wife rushed him in for acupuncture & in five minutes all his muscles completely relaxed & he was able to straighten up. He said it was the most incredible relief he had ever felt. It seems the horses got some relief as well. God Bless you!

[@sharonlloyd6617]

Oh bless him he was just so good standing there

[@dianewalker9154]

Acupuncture really works! Liam and Quinn will feel much better with these treatments.

[@j.sahulka9024]

Most of these horses have been so mistreated. I’m so grateful that they now have someone that really cares for them.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much! We appreciate your support

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

Accupuncture is wonderful. Glad you are providing this technique for the boys ❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

We do plan to get acupuncture treatment for some of the other horses as well. It seems to be helping Liam for sure!

[@kathymazey1299]

I heard a lot about acupuncture for horses and it was all positive results. At least it’s a start to helped them feel better. Good video, good horses standing so still and being patient.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you! We appreciate your support

[@donnamarie917]

I love watching your channel. Thank you for what you do for these gentle giants!

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for watching! We appreciate your support.

[@patriciaarpin-wilson4913]

It was great to see you and the horses! When they stood beside you when you were filming, it was adorable! They made a perfect picture! Really beautiful! Liam and Quinn did so good getting their acupuncture! I have had acupuncture on myself! It works good for me; do make sure you have a good acupuncturist….it makes a difference! Thank you for your very informative video! I love them!💕🐴💖🐴💖🐴💖🐴💖 Rancho Cucamonga, California🌻

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much! I need to find one here for myself. Thank you for watching, we truly appreciate your support!

[@susanblack7782]

It is so wonderful there are doctors like Dr. Hardy who can give acupuncture treatments!!! Poor Liam, his front legs trouble him so. I hope this will help to give him relief. His large size and strength must have caused him to be given heavy workloads throughout his working years. And live in an area with frigid cold, snowy, damp winters. I’m so glad you rescued Liam , especially and now he has well deserved love and comfort in his retirement at Fletcher Farms of Amarrillo.❤️🤗😘

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you so much for the kind words. We are hoping for the same as well!

[@joycedigiovanni9719]

Great job taking good care of the horses

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you!

[@sallyedmondson9275]

Gosh, I’d love to have seen a picture ofLiam in his prime ?! Such a beauty ? 😍

[@deborahjaneapperley1004]

I had acupuncture for me neck 20 years ago it worked wonders.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

This was such an educational experience for me! And I think the horses enjoyed it too!

[@kkdoc7864]

This is fascinating. I am a human doctor, and have heard of mixed results in my patients. I hope this works for him.

[@mj.merdian3497]

I advocate acupuncture! Not a miracle cure. Certainly lessen the pain and improves quality of life.

[@leighm9910]

There are a million different acupuncture styles and techniques, some work better than others.

[@karengriffith2201]

The horses are being such good boys with the acupuncture. It's so amazing to see this on horses and such large ones!!

[@sandyfarley260]

Liam's acupuncture sites are itchy so he wants to go out to roll! Poor guy! But, aren't they both, Liam and Quinn, so relaxed after! I'm like Julie, and plan to get an appointment for myself soon!

[@nancychannel8513]

I have acupuncture myself twice a week just like the horses I like to take a nap afterwards😊

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

I can’t wait to try acupuncture! Im looking for a doctor for myself

[@daskrummelmonster5384]

Liam seemed so in Love with all that was going on and the Attention he got...even if He is not painfree...He really seem to enjoy his life and all the kindness and Love He gets...❤❤

[@sinc45]

9:09 Big man looks ZOOTED, love how he went for a nap after. I always enjoyed a nap after acupuncture, so good! Fingers crossed it helps Quinn's leg. 🤞

[@rentechpad]

If you are seeing good results with acupuncture you many want to consider learning how to do acupressure. It uses almost all the same medians and points used in acupuncture but the nerves are stimulated by fi ger pressure at the points test stimulate the nerves and followed as you release the pressure with directed massage in the muscles in that area to increase blood flow. While acupuncture is only done perhaps weekly to monthly to give rest between therapies, acupressure can be done daily. It can help enhance the effectiveness of acupuncture and has the added benefit of something that can offer pain relief and muscle relaxation on a daily basis while helping to increase circulation and reduce inflammation.

[@hansgustaf540]

Thanks for this video of the acupuncture. Fingers crossed it helps.

[@maggiemant3409]

Amazing video thanks Julie, I get acupuncture for chronic pain in my spine & fibromyalgia, it is brilliant, they don’t hurt at all really, one or two feel like a mozzie bite but wow they give so much help. Osphos sounds the way to go to for Liam doesn’t it, hopefully it will help with his pain and make him more comfortable? Let us know how you go with acupuncture please, hoping you find someone soon who can help you with your Arthritis pain. Give all the horses a cuddle from me 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@joogie1849]

The care you provided to these gorgeous wiggles is so helpful & deserving.❤from down under❤😊

[@nicsprettypapers4843]

I just love Liam. He's so handsome!

[@jacquelinebarnett3439]

They are both such good horses. I hate needles but these two were angels. This was a very educational video, thank you. ❤

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

They both did so well. Even though Liam was antsy to get outside to play with his friends. Thank you for watching!

[@pamelacartmill9449]

They both look like they are sleepy !! Poor babies!

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

They both had light sedation so that might be why.

[@memphis2375]

Interesting!! Quinn is a heart throb! 😊

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

I think so too! He is such a beautiful boy

[@janew7008]

Liam is one big boy! I hope he gets relief!

[@jeanettewaverly2590]

I’ve had acupuncture treatments and I keep Bute-Less on hand for my horse and goats. I heartily recommend both.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Awesome! I’m glad to get some feedback on these products that they work and have helped. I do appreciate you sharing.

[@rodandjudibowen5665]

Hi Julie! Great to see Liam and Quinn gettin' an acu treatment. I learned quite a bit. Wahoo! 🐴🐴💞

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for watching. I know I learned a lot too!

[@kathleendaugherty4218]

I told my sister about Bute-Less, she has 2 candidates for it. Thanks.

[@andrewe4277]

Blessings for what you are doing..

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you!

[@not-fishing4730]

50 years ago a Gastroenterologist I knew went to an Acupuncturist to deal with his pain. It helped him and I learned that Western Medicine doesn't know everything.

[@donrisjeanfreau5419]

I have had acupuncture 3 times for my neck. I heard 1 lady said that it helped her. My neck & back is so bad I have to steroid injection in between the disc. Takes awhile like maybe 3 weeks to work. I sure wish them tons of luck on their new therapy ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.

[@cherylmillard2067]

OMG Dr. Hardy makes those draft horses look like Quarter Horses. Julie, I'll email you very soon with surrender/buyout ideas. This was an interesting talk about the different treatments. Would the medication manufacturers give you a discount for you being a non-profit, maybe do a study for them? Again, who knows.

[@joemurphy710]

I just love these two!

[@floydstowe]

Those horses are amazing so are the grat people taking care of them

[@catladynj]

Glad to hear extra options😊

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Me too! We want to do everything we can for these horses.

[@goldenyearsacres9163]

I learn so much about the options for treating pain & the things that cause the pain by watching your channel. Now maybe I can share something with you that seems to be helping my big girl. I use a product that is called Devil's Claw Plus by Uckele brand. It also contains other supplemets like boswellia,turmeric, & yucca. I haven't tried buteless, but it helps my girl be able to get up after laying down at night My perch has recently had xrays that reveal ringbone. I will be checking back to see how the acupuncture works after a couple days pass. I think a vet in my area does acupuncture, so if it works for your horses, I will try it for mine.

[@margaretjohnson8117]

very educational. thank you!

[@spuntate514]

They are so beautiful

[@diamondwhite1]

When I was told I could try acupuncture I thought omg it going to hurt but I have about 7/8 tattoos and about 25 piercings and I wasn’t sure but when I did try it I was appsoultly shocked that I didn’t feel a lil wee needle but it did help so I have high hopes for your horses to be a wee pain free 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 and to see the trust in the horses eyes is a very big blessings that they stand still and except what you do to them as it’s a trust as many have been badly treated before they came to you to love them and experience each of the horses and they are just stood there expecting your love to them 😊😊😊😊😊

[@mariaviir3289]

❤Thank You from Sweden ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shiboof]

Poor Liam seems to have problems just standing with those poor front legs. Wonderful session.

[@marianstroup1]

I'm SO glad you're trying acupuncture on these babies. I know of so many people who have had great success with it. What good boys!!! 💋💋💋❣❣❣💋💋❣❣

[@jenniferlehman326]

Leaving the sprinkler run like that and having them, both Champ and Oliver, go stand under it, is also great for their hooves. It helps prevent cracking in extreme heat situations. Oliver, from when you got him until now, has literally done a complete 180° !! He's stunning and a beautiful example of the Clydesdale breed. And yes, where he's from is a very well-known breeder of Clydesdales here in Canada. They sell them to the Amish community and Mennonite Community here. So that's how he might have ended up in the USA, via an Amish family member from here to there. Just a thought to consider. From your friend, the Retired Paramedic, and a S&R Dog and Handler Team Trainer and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖 🇨🇦 🇺🇲

[@lianeschwarzwalder7289]

Hello Jennifer Lehman i think you are at the wrong channel 😮 best regards from Germany

[@jenniferlehman326]

@lianeschwarzwalder7289 No, I'm not. I've been following this channel since BEFORE they got Oliver. And living in Canada, and being a Horse Trainer, I know quite a few breeders, and what they breed, and I've heard nothing but great things about the breeders of Oliver. And I also worked at different racetracks here in Canada, as well as Breeding barns. Where I learned about breeding and foaling. So I'm NOT on the wrong channel. And it's a well known, SCIENTIFIC FACT, that if a horse, in EXTREME HEAT, can stand in a sprinker, wher ground gets soft and muddy, it will help prevent CRACKS from developing in their hooves. I hope you have a great evening. From a Retired Paramedic, a S&R Dog and Handler Team Trainer and Horse Trainer in Ontario,Canada, Jenn. 💖 🇨🇦

[@lianeschwarzwalder7289]

Hello Jennifer this channel is about Fletschers Farm Amarillo and Oliver the Shire is on Homestead Horsemanship?

[@jenniferlehman326]

@@lianeschwarzwalder7289 You're correct!! Sorry, I meant to post that on another channel!! But I've been following this channel as well since before they got Liam. And the same holds true here. If the water tank overflows, and they stand in it as they take a drink, it does prevent cracks from forming. Thank you for pointing that out. I do appreciate it!! Sorry for my long rant in my earlier post!! Love Jenn.💖

[@lianeschwarzwalder7289]

No Problem - have a nice day😊 in Canada in Black Forest where i live it's rainy, stormy and cold. 🇩🇪

[@pinkladybikermamma3603]

WHO KNEW THER'S ACUPUNCTURE FOR ANIMALS

[@lynnwall7046]

OMG such good boys. God bless you for taking great care of these horses.

[@stevischermi6409]

VERY INTERESTING....lots of new info for me.... several of my horses were put down because of navicular disease...50 years ago ..there was no treatment

[@ddawe31635]

Beautiful horses. So majestic and handsome ❤❤❤

[@genlovell4662]

They both deserve a big juicy carrot 🥕 after that good session! 😊

[@annmarieschantz9724]

This was amazing!! Hopefully they will be able to have less pain!!

[@trevg1275]

Such a magnificent boy 🥰

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you!

[@roksannastephens4375]

I am so glad you're looking into alternative means of healing.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Liam and Quinn behaved like perfect gentlemen didn't they..such beautiful boys..Quinns leg isn't as huge as it was when you rescued him..cellulitis is horrible..my friend had it ..funny how us humans get these illnesses too.. I think its fantastic that they do acupuncture and chiropractic therapy for animals now..look at how bent those needles were..that was amazing to see. I hope it helps them..they deserve a long happy retirement after all they have given in work abd loyalty only to be disguarded when they're unable to do it anymore..great idea for you to Julie..you said you have osteoarthritis..I do too..my mom had to wear a steal corset for yrs but then was referred to a chiropractor and had acupuncture and after 6 months of treatment she never had to wear that corset again..she was even able to go back dancing with my dad. They said that the dance stance would help her spine too..worked wonders..as you were talking I could see Liam walking up behind you. .it was sooo funny..he wanted more camera time..🤣..another chanel I watch uses buteless too..but in a paste form as well..more for an instant kick I think..look forward to your next update. .stay safe in the heat you are having over there..whilst here🇬🇧 its done nothing but rain solid for nearly 3 weeks..last 2 days dry..sending love and prayers for you all. GOD BLESS YOU ..🇬🇧💞✝️🙏👍👏👏👍🐎🐎🐎🇺🇸

[@Faelani38]

❤ I hope this helps them.

[@rachealsmith5138]

That was really cool! It was neat to see how those needles corkscrewed after they had been in for 15 minutes…. Hopefully this will help them both!❤

[@CC-xk6cp]

Hi again JULIE Super information vid! Soo hoping these treatments and supplements will help better comfort for Liam. He is just the sweetest gentle giant ever. Thank you for all the TLC you give him and the others too. Will look forward to your updates. Hope the acupuncture will help you too.

[@nancyallen641]

Hi, Julie! I started using Bute-less with my two horses and I’ve seen good results. Chewy has some good auto delivery deals.

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thanks for the tip! And I’m glad to hear it’s helping. We want to do everything we can to make sure they are comfortable.

[@michellegordon4211]

So nice that there are treatment options for them. We get quite an education watching your videos!

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I’ve been learning about these horse from the first day and I’m glad to share our experience with all of you.

[@ellentheartist1]

Very interesting!!! I hope the accupuncture helps alot ❤️

[@vancouvervixen4253]

Julie I’m just THRILLED to see this! All your rescues are wonderful but there’s just something about that Liam… when I worked in equine chiropractic and acupuncture the levels of recovery were truly astonishing to see, I sincerely hope it helps your boys ❤ imho the fact that you’re willing to try, ask questions, seek out these therapies and spend precious donation dollars on the more expensive options really sets you apart! Question: i might be misremembering but wasn’t there discussion of going with HA (hyaluronic acid) joint injections for Liam originally VS the steroids? I must have missed the reason you/vet chose not to go that route 🤔

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Thank you for the wonderful comment. The first set of injections we did for Liam was an injection to give him more cushion in the joint. We did take him recently for a second set of injections which were regular steroid injections. They seemed to help and after the acupuncture he seems to be walking better. Not as stiff. We are going to try the OsPhos injection for Liam that Dr Hardy recommended. She has seen great improvement with horses taking the med that have severe arthritis like Liam and some of the other horses.

[@dianewalker9154]

I love Liam’s long blonde eyelashes

[@aquariusmoon771]

❤

[@sanoroo]

How do you measure progress for Liam? Is it simply improved mobility, or are there certain lab tests that measure progress? I loved watching you leaning on Liam as you were chatting with the good doctor. It’s fun to see a massive horse like him being held back by the human being.

[@bethbeatty9316]

I just received the soap that I ordered and it is wonderful

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Outstanding! Thank you so much for the feedback! We appreciate your support!

[@ginamaria2579]

This is wonderful, I’m so happy for the horses ☺️💕. I have been doing some reiki massages on my rescue Golden for his arthritis in his spine “ rescued” from a Amish puppy mill 😣. And he hasn’t had pain meds in a long time, but he will get it if he acts like he needs if. My job to make him so comfortable.

[@pamgrant832]

We have had acupuncture done on 2 of out Great Pyrenees after TPLO knee surgeries during their rehabs. They used to sleep all the way home after treatments. I think it definitely helped them.

[@bernadetrodakowski3786]

I never thought much of acupuncture, chiropractics (except after trauma) or massage* as regular health components... for humans let alone animals. Then I began riding more competitively at a hunter/jumper barn. Regular visits from all care providers was part of boarding/training. I became a believer! Just like a good farrier and equine dentist! Some believe in Reiki, not as sure about that. But for a healthy horse, I'd try anything besides a gallon of drugs. *who doesn't love a good massage now and then, but I never considered it a regular part of healthcare, let alone horsecare.

[@bocolewish]

Interesting to hear her take on Osphos and Adequan. My guy had an Osphos shot in Nov. along with steroid injections in his hocks. That didn't last as long as a year as before so he chose to do ProStride injections which have worked very well so far. Love the acupuncture! I have been doing almost daily acupressure/Masterson method and massage and that makes a big difference and keeps me in tune with how he is doing as he's very communicative. The sounds too good to be true Osteo Max supplement is helping a lot too. Looks like a full time job staying up with care for those big guys.

[@betsysmall2396]

Osphos is amazing!!! Mine get it once a year!! Absolutely try it!!

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

Yes we definitely are going to try it.

[@sharihazlett3774]

Let's hope it helps them

[@katherinefinnigan5096]

Just had to let you know I praised you for you're rescue of the horses from slaughter house that Amish sold to read a post on u tube of Amish guy say how one horse dropped dead in field while working,and stated when a horse died his dad would use nieghbours phone for someone to come get horse for slaughter house they only eat animals with split hooves,the horse was unclean to eat but ok to be made into dog food ,the video Iam referring to was called what do Amish do bury horse after it dies (Eli Yoder)

[@FletcherFarmsAmarillo]

That’s so sad and breaks my heart. The issue I have thought about is most of the horse meat is processed in Mexico or Canada and sold to other countries for human consumption. There are no regulations on what animals get processed. The sick ones go right into the food chain and it’s a disgusting process. I’ll look for that video too.