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At 07:08 AM 6/27/2004, Dyane Smith wrote:
> Karen Chaton wrote:
> >some chose to miss some of the
> > first few days to hopefully avoid getting scratches).
>
> Karen, I guess I missed something.  What is it about the first few days that
> would make scratches more likely?
> Dyane

Hi Dyane -- the soil in parts of Nevada is really alkaline, plus they are 
at a higher altitude.  Riding miles thru ankle deep alkaline soil in the 
hot sun can really contribute to scratches.  They are now thru that part 
and should be okay, though I did see several horses that had 
scratches.  During the week I was there, neither of my horses got 
scratches.  It's much easier to prevent scratches than it is to treat them.

Karen
in NV


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