Recent content by Farcical1

I have two unrideables, one who was my original ridden horse and one who was a rehome from a large equine charity as a companion. I was also very lucky to have a third, ridden horse for several years but have had just the two oldies for over two years now. I love them to bits, but I know that...

My friend, Laura Harlock, runs her own equestrian transport business using an Owens box. She’s on Facebook; look her up. She seems happy with hers.

This is a regular topic of conversation in my house; a hamster would definitely be easier! Either that or any animal that hibernates .....

My heart goes out to you reading this. You are grieving and there is no right way or wrong way to do it. Take peace from knowing you did absolutely the right thing by your beautiful mare and that what was hardest for you was kindest for her. It does get easier with time but will be with you...

Sorry to hear this but it sounds like you made the hardest but best decision. Sleep tight Tessy.

Excellent news although I guess it still leaves you with a mystery. Horses do like to keep us guessing!

Fingers crossed you get a definitive diagnosis. At least then you can make decisions based on facts rather than “what ifs”. I’ve no doubt you’ll do the best for your mare; sending you lots of moral support.

So sorry to hear that, but at least you are getting some answers. You will no doubt make the right choice when the time comes. Be kind to yourself and give your lovely Horse lots of hugs.

If your vet can’t sort this, then it sounds like it’s time for a referral for a second opinion. Hope you get some answers.

Humans can have a tumour on the pituitary gland called a prolactinoma. It makes them produce milk when not pregnant; it is generally a benign tumour and responds well to treatment. I’ve no idea if there is an equivalent in horses but it would be worth asking the vet.

I usually just get on with it; easier in the summer when they’re out 24/7. However, this time last year I had to admit defeat when I got pleurisy. I really did think I might die at one point; I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone! My lovely husband stepped in for a week. I knew he...

I have left a legacy to World Horse Welfare. We have had a horse from them and they have provided us with good support.

I’m another WHW rehomer of a now 32 year old girl. There’s definitely something special about these horses!

I loved my 3.5t and it was almost harder to part with that than the horse. Stuff what others think; enjoy it! It looks fab.

Probably not what you want to hear, but my 32 year old still nips! She is generally a bit grumpy and always has been; no reason why, just likes to be left alone. I give her a smack and a growl and then ignore it. I think some horses are just prone to this. If it's the worst thing he does then...