Recent content by Franabella

Mine is still a baby and we are both learning together - hence regular lessons. Now we are starting basic lateral movements my instructor has hopped on a couple times to teach and correct him when i havent quite got the hang of what i should be asking for or the right feel! After that, I've...

Mines out 24/7 and lives in his all the time (flies are so bad right now!). Only time he has it off is when its very hot and muggy. Lots of others at the yard are doing the same

I've just ordered mine from a qualified saddle fitter. Is a gp 16.5" - hence the 4-6 week wait(!) and was £700. Can't wait for it to arrive :)

Thanks Lindsay, to be honest I was expecting a higher cost than that and while undoubtably each case is unique to the individual, its been very reassuring to hear your horse was treated successfully even in this tricky area :). I think I will ask the owner to forward on the pictures to me so...

Again thanks to all of you for your advice. I really appreciate it. Its been reassuring to hear that there are some happy stories out there contrary to the numerous horrific storied! I definitely need more time to consider it all but I'm starting to feel that they are not nessecarily the be...

Thank you. I certainly view him as a horse for life and know the owner is willing to reduce the price to reflect this. Now its decision making time...

Thank you for all the advice. It seems like everyone has had different experiences. I've spoken to the owner and asked for some more time to consider, I know she will adjust the price to reflect this. The vet did take pictures which he advised the owner to send to Liverpool. Victoria...

Hi I'm hoping some of you could perhaps offer advice or share similiar experiences. After viewing a rising 4 yr old WB gelding with a view as an all-rounder type, I decided he was perfect for me. I arranged a 5 stage vetting which the owner was more than happy to go ahead. Unfornately the...

Hi I'm hoping some of you could perhaps offer advice or share similiar experiences. After viewing a rising 4 yr old WB gelding with a view as an all-rounder type, I decided he was perfect for me. I arranged a 5 stage vetting which the owner was more than happy to go ahead. Unfornately the...