How long until absess heals? A hole was dug out by farrier and then wet poulticed for 3 days, then dry poulticed until it stopped draining as was told to by vet. But absess hasnt burst? Do they always burst? It definitely drained but still smells a bit. Pony is now in stable without poultice...
Firstly i would get back, teeth and saddle checked and if all okay i would try and just start at trotting poles and build up as soon as he's comfortable and happy with what he's doing. Try not to over jump him though as this will make him bored and this may be the cause for your refusals?