I would make sure you have an agreement set between the two of you as to what happens "if", who has responsibility for "what" etc etc. There is so much to think of. What can the sharer do with your horse and what can't he do for example? There are one or two websites you can Google that will...
Thank you so much for replying. I know she is clutching at straws and doesn't want to do "the right thing" as when he's stood still he's perfect. So hard. She has only just got over losing her beloved coloured stallion to arthritis earlier this year and then in May this year her Dales driving...
Thank you for taking the time to respond. Yes, his wobble is very noticeable when he is walking, his gait downhill is quite pronounced. I agree what you say about the farrier, I bet he would think twice if it were his daughters horse! I will pass all comments on to my friend, she is not a...
Thank you for taking the time to reply. She's finding it difficult because he looks perfect until he starts to walk. Bless him he's such a cutie but i think you are right. My friend has tasked me with getting other horse owners views on this subject, i think she is trying to reassure herself...
My friends 6 year old cob x has recently been diagnosed with the condition and is said to be in the early stages. The vet has said he can be turned away to retire but her farrier says he can be worked? He was to be used for riding and driving. His gait in the hind quarters is clearly affected...