Midtown Ranch

Had a good discussion with Dr MacDonald and Cara, Bings ‘back team’ at Vet Specialists of Alaska

It is looking very very promising for Bing to resume herding in about another four weeks. This is terrific news.

Here are my notes from the conversation…

-Jenny

Begin forwarded message:
Bing is doing well neurologically. His deficits are pretty much gone. There is a slightly delayed response on his right side but it is very mild and not consistent. He could keep that for the rest of his life and be of no concern. He is doing very well in rehab, recommend continue with twice a week for another four weeks. To resume sheep herding first need to continue strengthening his lumber and core muscles. Over the next four weeks perform the weave exercises as discussed (open weaves with a minimum of curve progressing to mostly or fully closed weaves over four weeks). The progressively tighter weaves over the next four weeks will strengthen his core and lumber muscles. This will help protect his back and discs. At this point we know he has a predisposition for problems however with strengthening his muscles and care we can give him his best chance to continue herding.

Bing’s original injury took place 02/27/2013. He will work on strengthening his core over the next four weeks. We’ll do a final check with Dr. MacDonald around 05/10/2013 then if all looks good we’ll (gently) resume herding.