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There is no "one-size-fits-all" time off for tie-ups.  Best thing to do is to do bloodwork, base an initial layoff on what you see there, and then do a follow-up sample to see if muscle enzymes and liver enzymes are coming down as they should.  Then amend your program accordingly. 

 

I've seen horses with mild tie-ups ready to go back to light work fairly quickly--and some with out-of-the-ballpark enzyme levels that needed months off.

 

Heidi

I have a quick question; I have an acquaintance whose horse tied up recently about 8 miles out on a ride, then had problems on short rides on following days, not sure how much of a rest the horse was given.  I think this was 2 weeks ago. How long of a rest should be given if the horse had a true tie-up? I know there should have been tests to see how much damage was done, but I’m getting info 2^ndhand and don’t know all the facts, only that she plans on returning the horse to her conditioning regiment now. Seems a bit soon to me. Anyone know for sure?

 

Thanks,

Kathy

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