Over the past year we have noticed new tufts of hair on Suki’s back and neck where the skin is scar tissue, and the assumption of dead hair follicles has always led us to believe that no hair would grow again. It is encouraging (and amazing!) to see this hair growth, but realistically, Suki’s back is ever going to be covered in thick hair! That’s fine. I take care of her skin as best as I can but my schedule keeps me from doing it as frequently as I should. Several months ago I started to use a new product on Suki’s skin: Aquaphor Spray Ointment. I goes on in a thin layer and keeps Suki’s skin moist for a longer period of time. I still apply Olay on her face, and regular ointment to her neck. Suki isn’t fond of the spray because it must be a bit cold as it hits her skin.
It’s a little expensive, and we use a lot, but it is by far my best option right now.
Here is some of the hair growth.
Pretty cool!
Jen has been riding Nikki and taken a couple of lessons with Karen. She really rides her well, and I am eager to get back to a regular riding schedule. Nikki is super sweet and really lovely to ride. She was a little cranky today when I did a little work in hand, but after a few minutes she became more willing and enjoyed an ear rub after!
I had planned on doing a some in hand work with Suki also, but with tack to get her back to riding. Unfortunately I was greeted by this:
The one on the left is a blood blister. Uggh!! Apparently she was doing some pretty aggressive rolling last night and even the fly sheet couldn’t protect it. That skin is delicate and gets very itchy when dry. I am going to have to make sure that I get to the barn to moisturize much more frequently. Even if it is just to spray Suki’s back and give the girls treats. I feel so terrible, because I know it is my fault. Suki, of course was not bothered by this in the least, so I cleaned it, put on a bandage and worked her in hand for a bit. I tried to remove as much of the old moisturizer as possible so the bandage would stick. While I’m not super optimistic, I am hoping that the fly sheet will help old it in place when she goes out tonight.
So a bit of a set back and something else for me to worry about, but otherwise the girls are wonderful and keep me going!
I get that your post was a while back (almost a year), which might result in my comment being moot. I just found your blogspot. Still ... on the off-chance my suggestion might prove helpful ...
ReplyDeleteIf you are still using the Aquaphor spray, and Suki still finding it a bit chilly, my own practice: let the can float in hot water for a few mins (3 to 5) before use (rolling it a bit is an added plus). I suppose you may not have hot water close enough to her location. Just a tip from a long-time user.
I hope Suki quickly healed from her blood blister injury and has been & is masterfully going forward since.
Happy & Healthy 11th Anniversary to you all.