I totally agree. Having gone done this road with both our elderly collie and then a very much loved veteran horse (who was still insured). I eventually had to be the one to turn around and say just because we could doesn't mean we should, which is really really hard. In the end you get on an...
This year he will be hacked to build up his confidence and fitness. I have read up on the total contact saddles and lots of positive reviews but I guess they are like marmite? Just trying to get my head around them.
There seems to be a lot more cob type saddles on the market now. Smart? saddles, chunky monkeys etc.
My lovely older cob has a black country (best saddle ever) and a kent and masters for when he changed shape.
Young cob is in a lovely saddle belonging to the trainer, an old leather one that...
I needed a new bodyprotector to ride my youngster. I had to wait 6 weeks for it to arrive which was a bit nerve wracking and they contacted me last week once they were in. I use a small independent shop and so always try and be loyal to them if possible. So you might need to get measured and...
I went cob shopping and checked all their feathers and they all had something going on without exception. I have had my older cob for 10 years and have always kept him clipped and moisturised and moving. My young cob has just been clipped out for the same reason - we can see what is going on...
UPDATE So trainer was happy for me to ride my young cob - we are doing short rides. I am doing rider pilates 4 times a week as well (trying to!) and doing my best to eat healthily - I just think of him and do my best.
I bought WF racing mats in November. Put them down in our gateway and they have been brilliant. I am not sure I would have survived this winter without them. I am saving for 2 more pallets to add to the 2 we put down. We are on clay. I did end up with a discount too from a fb group.
I think you need to play it by ear but exercise as much as you can possibly do. Be careful of giving anytime off. We always used to bring ours off the grass during the day with a small holed haynet. Is the pony barefoot - watch carefully for any footiness and act swiftly. I have owned ponies...
My older cob damaged his RH suspensory in 2020 and had shockwave and rehab successfully. I changed farrier about 18 months ago and have had problems with his front foot balance - which we are in the process of sorting out. He has now re-damaged his RH suspensory, I believe as a result of...