Flyermc
Well-Known Member
I wonder if the fact that the seller said that they should have 'prepared' the pony for measurement would be taken as knowledge that they knew the pony was overheight and would measure out under normal circumstances. If this is in writing, it could be quite damning.
ETA however in this case I would have asked the vet to measure at the vetting. My vet always carries his measuring stick as I know from when we disagreed on how tall my last horse was and he went and got it to prove he was right - he wasn't.
i think its really said that the seller is being made out to negligent over a 'prepared' comment that could mean anything. im sure there are awful owners out there, but the previous owner could have meant anything from just taking the shoes off or making sure the pony is relaxed. im sure a good vet is not going to measure a pony thats have most of its feet removed or showns evidence of dehydration.
The OP doesnt even mention if she's asked to return the pony and this has been refused.