5 stage vettings

[throwawayaccount]

apologies for potential vague post,

are there any things to look out for // to request on a vetting?

i've not had one conducted before, so not sure what to expect.

thank you xx

 

[teddy_]

Your vet should be able to cover all bases without you requesting anything specific, in terms of soundness, temperament etc.

I would just be crystal clear with your vet about what you wish to do with the horse as this will influence a pass or fail.

 

[onemoretime]

Always make sure blood is pulled and stored.

 

[Leandy]

You should discuss with your vet but the 5 stage vetting is a standard procedure so you can largely rely on it covering what it is meant to - google or the vet can tell you the procedure. The vet will want to know what you plan to do with the horse and at what level - be clear and honest about this as it will help the vet assess his/her findings ie don't make out you need a high level competition horse when you just want a happy hack and do a local show occasionally. Also find out what your insurance company will require is done. The vet will also likely ask whether you want blood taken (yes you do), any x-rays (you may or may not, discuss pros and cons with the vet but they will increase the cost significantly and my not help you decide). Also is there anything the yard you are planning on keeping it at requires for a new horse? Some require a strangles test for example - if yours does, get this done too if the horse passes. Also be aware they do not "pass" or "fail" as such, although the vet will likely make a recommendation but the findings need to be discussed with you and you need to decide what you can live with. No horse is perfect.

 

[The Xmas Furry]

All good advice above.
Just to add, that you need to speak to the vet prior to visit, prime them that if horse doesnt look right before any tack is put on, then to stop the vetting.
Some vets will go through the whole thing, others will stop and charge just for 2 stage .

 

[Melody Grey]

Check out whether your insurance would require x-rays.
Ask for the veterinary history to be forwarded on to your vet for them to look at.

 

[Tiddlypom]

Be present at the vetting if you can.

I wasn't able to be there at the last two vettings that I had done. Both vendors were highly reputable.

Both horses passed with flying colours, but the niggles soon showed up and went on to develop into more serious issues...

 

[AmyMay]

Your vet should be able to cover all bases without you requesting anything specific, in terms of soundness, temperament etc.

I would just be crystal clear with your vet about what you wish to do with the horse as this will influence a pass or fail.

This.

You can, however, ask them to particularly check anything you have a concern over.

And yes - attend.

 

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I have brought up things that concerned me on my recent vettings in a chat over the phone with the vet prior to the day. For example, lack of muscle tone over the quarters and back on one, another one did the odd trip which I flagged...