Buster2020
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I would sell the horse you cannot ride
Absolutely gutted....
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Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
Can you start riding your youngster soon? Then you’ll know if he suits you.
I believe that you find the cob to be very comfortable to ride? Comfort is very important to you due to your health issues, and you won’t know how the youngster suits you ridden till you try, however much you like him from the ground.
I believe that you find the cob to be very comfortable to ride? Comfort is very important to you due to your health issues, and you won’t know how the youngster suits you ridden till you try, however much you like him from the ground.
chaps89
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I'm sorry OP, what a rubbish situation.
I seem to recall you have had a few vet bills recently, if you've also got credit for your car I'd really urge caution against adding to any debt to buy the horse. I've had a rubbish month financially this month, it really has taken it out of me as it's stressful. I just don't think I could suggest that anyone doing that on a regular basis is a good idea. I do think you've realised that though.
You struggled for so long to find a horse you loved and I'm sure it will be very difficult to choose between either of them.
However my 2 pennies would be to keep the cob, you know he does the job and you enjoy him, Rex is a bit more of an unknown quantity and what happens when he needs bringing back into work and/or if you don't enjoy riding him so much or he turns out not to be suitable for what you want?
(Apologies if I've got it wrong, I have a feeling he went off to be backed and is now turned away but if you are riding him - and enjoying him - then obviously that's a bit different!)
I seem to recall you have had a few vet bills recently, if you've also got credit for your car I'd really urge caution against adding to any debt to buy the horse. I've had a rubbish month financially this month, it really has taken it out of me as it's stressful. I just don't think I could suggest that anyone doing that on a regular basis is a good idea. I do think you've realised that though.
You struggled for so long to find a horse you loved and I'm sure it will be very difficult to choose between either of them.
However my 2 pennies would be to keep the cob, you know he does the job and you enjoy him, Rex is a bit more of an unknown quantity and what happens when he needs bringing back into work and/or if you don't enjoy riding him so much or he turns out not to be suitable for what you want?
(Apologies if I've got it wrong, I have a feeling he went off to be backed and is now turned away but if you are riding him - and enjoying him - then obviously that's a bit different!)
Nasicus
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I agree here, kind of a 'better the devil you know' situation.
Summit
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personally I think it would be too much to take on finacially. You sold him for a reason and I expect your situation hasn’t changed. I’m sure he’ll go to someone nice
SatansLittleHelper
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I think you might be confusing me with someone else...I've never owned this horse. I've had him on loan for just over a year x
Crazy_cat_lady
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If I can recall (forgive me if I'm wrong) you sometimes struggle with your health issues. Have you ridden Rex yet and seen how comfortable you feel riding him or is he still too young?
If you find the cob comfortable and feel safe on him and ride Rex and don't feel as safe/comfortable you possibly have your answer there. If not its a shame as that would probably help your decision more as you could then choose the one you feel safest on and get most enjoyment out of being around.
Also if Rex goes through a tricky phase would you feel you could happily handle that with help if needed. Or would if knock your confidence and you'd find yourself longing for your steadier cob?
Agree with the suggestion above is there anything you could sell? You could then always find a sharer for one of them to ride out with/ help with the costs etc but don't leave yourself short.
Christmas is coming up soon, is there anyone you're close to that you could ask for an early Xmas present of money towards buying the cob? As it means so much to you hopefully they would be happy to do that.
If you find the cob comfortable and feel safe on him and ride Rex and don't feel as safe/comfortable you possibly have your answer there. If not its a shame as that would probably help your decision more as you could then choose the one you feel safest on and get most enjoyment out of being around.
Also if Rex goes through a tricky phase would you feel you could happily handle that with help if needed. Or would if knock your confidence and you'd find yourself longing for your steadier cob?
Agree with the suggestion above is there anything you could sell? You could then always find a sharer for one of them to ride out with/ help with the costs etc but don't leave yourself short.
Christmas is coming up soon, is there anyone you're close to that you could ask for an early Xmas present of money towards buying the cob? As it means so much to you hopefully they would be happy to do that.
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SatansLittleHelper
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Thanks for the replies, it's helpful to have other people's views.
I have definitely decided that committing financially to both is not going to work. I had him on loan happily (and would very much carry on with this arrangement if it were possible) knowing that, should finances change, I could hand him back. Being entirely responsible for both would be very foolish in my position I feel.
I just can't stump up the cash upfront and it's not a huge amount which concerns me in itself....what if something went wrong..???
Plus I'm also co owner of a Mini Shitland that nobody of sane mind or body would hand over real cash for. He's a bitey humbug coloured gobshite and alround general twat..!!! We love him, though I literally have no comprehension as to why ???
There are so many pros and cons for each of these boys, either way it's going to be awful
I have definitely decided that committing financially to both is not going to work. I had him on loan happily (and would very much carry on with this arrangement if it were possible) knowing that, should finances change, I could hand him back. Being entirely responsible for both would be very foolish in my position I feel.
I just can't stump up the cash upfront and it's not a huge amount which concerns me in itself....what if something went wrong..???
Plus I'm also co owner of a Mini Shitland that nobody of sane mind or body would hand over real cash for. He's a bitey humbug coloured gobshite and alround general twat..!!! We love him, though I literally have no comprehension as to why ???
There are so many pros and cons for each of these boys, either way it's going to be awful
Gloi
Too little time, too much to read.
There's a good market for even the most evil Shetland at the moment. God knows whyThanks for the replies, it's helpful to have other people's views.
I have definitely decided that committing financially to both is not going to work. I had him on loan happily (and would very much carry on with this arrangement if it were possible) knowing that, should finances change, I could hand him back. Being entirely responsible for both would be very foolish in my position I feel.
I just can't stump up the cash upfront and it's not a huge amount which concerns me in itself....what if something went wrong..???
Plus I'm also co owner of a Mini Shitland that nobody of sane mind or body would hand over real cash for. He's a bitey humbug coloured gobshite and alround general twat..!!! We love him, though I literally have no comprehension as to why ???
There are so many pros and cons for each of these boys, either way it's going to be awful
Laurac13
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No suggestions it’s a tough one I hope you find a solution as others have suggested options x
Winters100
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So very sorry to hear this xxxx
poiuytrewq
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Well also if the owner needs to sell for financial reasons they need the money in.
Really sorry
Lexi_
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SLH, I’m sorry if I’m getting you mixed up with another poster and horse but has the cob in question had quite a lot of recent health issues and vets bills? If so, I know you’ve been paying running costs for him but would you choose to buy a horse with multiple issues? Is he worth that price, given them?
Jayzee
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So sorry to hear this ?
DabDab
Ah mud, splendid
Sorry you're going to have to let one of them go, but I think you're wise not to be on the verge of over burdening yourself. There is nothing more heart wrenching and stressful than being in a position where you are struggling with even a modest vet bill to keep your beloved horses well.
Personally, from what you've posted on here, I would say sell Rex and buy the cob, but you have to make a decision you are comfortable with.
Personally, from what you've posted on here, I would say sell Rex and buy the cob, but you have to make a decision you are comfortable with.
ycbm
Einstein would be proud of my Insanity...
Better the devil you know. Sell Rex, buy the cob, bank the (considerable) difference for the next rainy day.
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Frumpoon
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I'm not sure what you do for a living but could you pick up some extra shifts or bank work?
Jules111
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Is there an option to go for the purchase plan to buy the useful cob that is in work and take on a part loaner for him to cover some of the cost. This could buy you some time to purchase the horse you can ride and keep things going with Rex. I too have a useless mini Shetland and I've actually been asked about part loaning him to some insane individuals who haven't yet realised he's a brute who can bite through bone . Is the Shetland part loanable - some idiots individuals think they have some useful purpose
It's so hard to choose what to do at the moment and god knows the price of horses is destined to plummet very soon. Please don't pay over the odds but if there is a chance to keep the ponies you love i'd go for it.
. Is the Shetland part loanable - some It's so hard to choose what to do at the moment and god knows the price of horses is destined to plummet very soon. Please don't pay over the odds but if there is a chance to keep the ponies you love i'd go for it.
SatansLittleHelper
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So a bit of an update after an extremely stressful day.
The decision was made that I couldn't afford to buy Rocket without selling Rex. After carefully discussing this with Rex's trainer and my riding instructor it was decided I would be nuts to sell Rex, which was, to be honest, my gut feeling.
I love the cob dearly BUT Rex is my heart. I realise this could potentially be the wrong decision but I have always gone with what I think I "should" do and it's never gotten me anywhere...I made the choice that this time I would go with my gut instead.
Also, while cob is not too bad to ride comfort wise I do find smaller horses harder as they have more choppy strides than big horses. Any pros and cons of either horse were kind of evenly matched too.
I messaged cobs owner to tell her and she came back with the news that she thinks she will sell her tractor instead..!!!! So it looks like we get to keep the Rockstar after all.....at least for the time being anyway ??????
Once I have cleared my debts maybe I would be in a position to buy but Im just insanely relieved that choices have been post phoned for now ❤❤❤❤❤
Lexi, you are thinking of my friends cob, different boy and different owner x
The decision was made that I couldn't afford to buy Rocket without selling Rex. After carefully discussing this with Rex's trainer and my riding instructor it was decided I would be nuts to sell Rex, which was, to be honest, my gut feeling.
I love the cob dearly BUT Rex is my heart. I realise this could potentially be the wrong decision but I have always gone with what I think I "should" do and it's never gotten me anywhere...I made the choice that this time I would go with my gut instead.
Also, while cob is not too bad to ride comfort wise I do find smaller horses harder as they have more choppy strides than big horses. Any pros and cons of either horse were kind of evenly matched too.
I messaged cobs owner to tell her and she came back with the news that she thinks she will sell her tractor instead..!!!! So it looks like we get to keep the Rockstar after all.....at least for the time being anyway ??????
Once I have cleared my debts maybe I would be in a position to buy but Im just insanely relieved that choices have been post phoned for now ❤❤❤❤❤
Lexi, you are thinking of my friends cob, different boy and different owner x
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Bradsmum
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Glad the pressure is off for now. Well done on making your decision and I hope that if the owner decides to sell in the future, you will be in a position to buy Rocket if you still want to.
Summit
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southerncomfort
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Great news! Very relieved for you.
Pearlsacarolsinger
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That is definitely the best possible outcome!
Sprat
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Great outcome!
Nasicus
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Fantastic outcome! Fingers crossed it all works out
Hannahgb
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Really happy for you!
SashaBabe
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Great news
ForeverBroke_
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Fantastic news! What a relief
FinnBobs
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Fab news! I'm so glad for you that you can keep them both for now
SatansLittleHelper
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Thank you everyone, the relief here is immense. I realise we still might face this but the further off it is the more chance there is of me actually being in a position to buy and keep him without worry