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[RC] overheating - Ridecamp GuestPlease Reply to: Rebecca Bianchi rebecca_bianchi@xxxxxxxxxxxxx or ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ========================================== I have a large Spanish Arab that has thick, dark skin, and a relatively thick summer coat. He has done two 25's and two 50's. The problem I am seeing is that he is fine in cool weather, quite forward and happy, but when the heat of the day hits and we have lots of climbs left he wants to quit. Our first 50 was in cool weather, we took almost the entire 12 hours and he finished pulling on me. Our second 50 started off cool, but mid day brought oppressive heat and I ended up having to walk beside him, almost dragging him up the hills. Is there any kind of training, feeding schedule or supplements that would help him? Any input and/or suggestions are welcome. I really love this horse and want him to be happy. If endurance will hurt him I'll switch him to hunters or dressage instead. Thanks in advance. RNB ===========================================================People in Alabama swear by manure tea as an herbal remedy for colds. ~ Lisa Redmond ridecamp.net information: http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/ ===========================================================
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