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[RC] feeding and FEI - John & Sue Greenall

It just so happens that feeding during vet checks is one of Charlie's 
(my horse) pet peeves.  He sees it as "what is in this for him" and 
expects carrots (diced), apples (sliced), peppermints, graham 
crackers and horse treats from the moment he comes into a hold 
to the moment he leaves (he keeps his crew person, Jane, darn 
busy!).  FEI or not, I have had vets both champion and challenge 
this.  No vet has to ask me "how's he eatin' " when he is diving into 
his carrot bag.  But to tell me that "I can't vet a horse that is eating 
like that" amazes me!  I even had a pulse person tell me that 
eating would keep his pulse up....as he pulsed in at 52 right off the 
trail with no water!
So, don't blame the eating thing on FEI.  I have had contest to my 
feeding my horse at FEI events and AERC events.  It seems to be 
a personal thing shared amoung ride managers, vets and pulse 
takers.   A real shame as I, and Charlie, feel strongly that eating is 
very important and should never, never be discouraged.  
John and Sue Greenall
mailto:greenall@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.vermontel.com/~greenall

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