Question
Splash #1, Splash #2
In April of this year I bought a 4 year-old ex-racehorse stallion. (see picture #1) I had him gelded, and shipped from Kentucky to Pennsylvania 2 weeks later. I could not believes the difference in the appearance of the horse. Prior to gelding, he had a muscular neck and haunches. and moved beautifully. When he arrived here, he had a U-neck, lack of muscle in chest and rump, and appeared very different. (see picture #2) His attitude also is changed, as he is sluggish, lazy, lacks enthusiasm. We have eliminated all possible health and soundness issues. Can gelding a horse at this age manifest itself in such a drastic way?
Answer hi --- i guess the horse can change very drastically after being gelded. if you have checked the horse out in other ways to dismiss any obvious reasons for his looks then, you may have to treat him with a steroid that your vet may advise to get him back to his original looks and health. anabolic steroids do bring back the stallion appearance and attitude. please check with your vet on this question as he will know what the horse needs. YOU CAN ALSO HAVE A READER OR PHYSIC COME TO YOUR BARN AND READ THE HORSE FOR YOU, THEY CAN SENSE MANY THINGS THAT MAY BE BOTHERING THE HORSE. THANKS ED HESS
