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RE: [RC] CRI question - heidi

As this discussion goes on we should also consider the implications of a 
60/52-54 cri.  When it is done on entrance to a vet check, I often see this  
with what I consider a fit horse. 
  
I personally think (with no data or specific knowledge) that an exit CRI is 
more likely to give useful data.  My reasoning is:  1. At the end of a vet 
check you should see a low initial pulse say in the 44-48 range.  If not, 
look extra hard at the horse.  2. even if the pulse goes up 4-8 bpm no big 
deal, but if it goes up even more look very closely. at the horse. 


I agree, Ed.  IMO the "absolute" recovery (ie what you see at the end of
the check) is just as valid as the CRI as well.  You may have a horse
that comes quickly to the vet from the pulse area and gives you a 60/56
CRI.  But if at the end of the hold he is still at 56, he is showing
some fatigue.  You should see a beginning pulse in the 40s at the end
of a hold of any length--otherwise the horse has been pushing the
envelope.

Heidi


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