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Thanks for your responses- all seems encouraging so far- I think because of the site of the fracture it wasnt suitable for surgery - if it had been the recovary would have been quicker -hopefully a little more time and luck and things should be ok.

Its a front leg. Vet is coming back in June to re-xray so hopefully will get a bit more of an idea where we are heading. Its encouraging to know that a full recovary is a possibility. Even if she was not going to be able to jump it would certainly not be the end of the world.

That was the advice from the vets/ It does seem like a long time but I don't have any previous experience with splint fractures:o. THey have been following her up with xrays and are optimistic for a "Good" recovary but I'm not sure if that means she will be able to do everything she could...

Hi I am planning a move back to parents in North Cumbria after being away for nearly 15 years and was wondering if anyone has any recommendations regarding farriers, dentists, riding clubs and instructors etc. Also have a few stables on farm available for livery if anyone is local.:)

Hi, I'm new to the forum. I've recently taken on a horse with a fractured splint bone. Does anyone have any experience with these. She has been on box rest for 10 months and is now convalescing in a field. I have heard mixed reports about what I may be able to expect her to do in the future and...

Where abouts in Cumbria are you looking. I have some stables (approx 14 by14ft) on a farm north of Carlisle. We have currently 2 horses and another 2 stables available at the moment. We are planning to convert more stables if there is interest. There is all year turnout and brilliant private...