Re: [RC] [RC] Best Sound Magnifying Stethescope? - Faustina Duffy
Yep...and when I can't feel the beat, it usually means he's below
60....
I got tired of fiddling with all the high tech gadgets that only worked
1/2 the time and started just using my hand during rides too. My guy has
a LOUD heart and his pulse is really easy to just feel with my hand next to
his girth. It's great, works fast and I don't have to worry about
packing anything extra along. I've found I can take his pulse by feel in
a lot less time and even while he's maybe wiggling around. I will still
listen with my steth after occassional training rides to actually "hear" the
beat, the quality, the sound, etc to monitor for any changes every now and
then. Plus a steth is helpful to have around for gut sounds too,
although I've been seen with my ear pressed against his side as well. =)
