vetting

  1. S

    Issue with cornea in vetting

    Hi I had a vetting today and on checking the eyes, the vet found that one of the horse’s corneas was not smooth (described as having “rough edges”). He suggested that this could be post viral/ infection and it could well go back to normal in time. He also suggested that worse case scenario it...
  2. A

    First viewing - what to expect?

    Had a few horses over the years but never actually bought one, they have all been freebies, or full loans. What can i expect at a viewing, am i just going to meet the horse and see her be trotted up ect. For reference its a 2yo im going to see so obviously wont be ridden. Should i take money to...
  3. F

    Vettings? X-rays? HELP

    I’m looking to purchase my first horse. After a successful first viewing I am wanted to get the horse vetted for a pre-purchase. I’ve seen various thoughts about this, go for a 5 star but no x-rays for KS, 2star only, 2 star but x-rays for KS? I feel like this is a minefield ? The horse is 14...
  4. K

    *Insurance Recommendations & 5 Stage Vetting! First Time Buyer Advice*

    Hi All, I have a five-stage vetting booked in on Friday for an epic super cob I'm hoping to buy. We've settled on £9450 (I know ?) with tack sale agreed, providing that he passes his 5 stage vetting. A couple of questions from me... - I have the option to do strangles and GHP bloods in...
  5. Django Pony

    Pre-purchase examinations in WV11

    Hi all, I am looking to get a 5 stage vetting done in Essington (WV11) soon. Can anyone recommend a reliable vet, or tell me any I should avoid? Thanks!
  6. L

    Perfect horse, short in walk! what to do?

    have finally found a horse after a few failed settings and he seems lovely! I have 1 problem, he is short on front left in walk! Totally symmetrical in all other gaits and has always been like this and was identified in the owners vetting upon purchase. has apparently never caused any problems...
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