I have not been on for awhile giving Claire time to rest and me time to find out exactly what is wrong with Claire.
I have consulted 6 vets with the xrays: two online vets, two in person, one via email, one over the phone. This is what I found out.
My orginal vet (the one who took the xrays) said don't worry about it, the rough areas will round out in time. (Dr. Thoni)
The Texas ATm vet said nothing is unusual. (Dr. Honnas)
The Vet in person looking at the xrays said nothing is unusual. (Dr. Cannon)
The online vets both said something looks amiss-- time will tell. (Dr. O, and Dr Dan)
The vet over the phone said nothing looks unusual and time will heal whatever rough spots there are. (Dr. Hicks_)
So I have to conclude that it is the large crack in her hoof that is growing upward every day on her right foot that might be causing the lead refusal, or maybe it is just a training issue. In any case, I am putting her on two supplements for her hoof, and not riding her till the hoof gets better. I am picking up a pair of hoof testers to check for soreness. I will begin riding her in two weeks, but only at a walk, providing the crack is better. I will not begin trotting again till October or November.
I miss riding her, but I have to take every precaution. I have decided to hone my skills on Spencer since I can not ride Poco till January.
I hope to start training up again with Annie and Claire in two weeks.
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