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splashgirl45

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i had decided to stop but found it difficult as id been around horses for over 50 years so a big part of my life. got back into riding last winter and really enjoying myself but had a fall on the road and ended up in hospital with a bleed on the brain:(:( i am 76 and on blood thinners and have now made the decision to stop riding as i have been told there is a chance i could have another bleed if i fell off again. i am very lucky to still be here as it was very serious. if i wasnt on blood thinners there is no way i would stop so if you are healthy i would say go for it. maybe take on a share to start with to make sure you can physically cope and can spare the time..good luck
 

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Hi Spashgirl, thanks for the reply. Sorry you had to retire. Its difficult isn't it - being around horses isn't just something you do; its who you feel you are. I had a minor non-riding incident (bang on the head by a branch) that made me confront that I'm not going to bounce as well any more. I go irregularly to a RDA/trekking centre but its difficult to get to from here so I can't go very frequently. I find myself looking at "bombproof pony" adverts but its such a minefield!
 

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if you look on threads on here about buying its frightening how many horses seem perfect when tried and then it all goes wrong when they are at home..if you have a local riding club or pony club you may be able to find something that is genuine. before my accident i was looking at ads but luckily couldnt find a horse that i felt was suitable for an older but experienced rider who (as i have now found out) doesnt bounce as well as before....word of mouth is the best way to find your new partner
 

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I am in a similar situation. I am 72 and have just retired my horse due to his health issues. Do I try to get another? Problem is that we were out competing RC level dressage and showing and he was good but also SAFE in a competition environment and to hack. Looking at horses they either seem to be so called "bombproof" plods or competition horses that I feel would be too much for me. Answers on a postcard please?
 

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I am in a similar situation. I am 72 and have just retired my horse due to his health issues. Do I try to get another? Problem is that we were out competing RC level dressage and showing and he was good but also SAFE in a competition environment and to hack. Looking at horses they either seem to be so called "bombproof" plods or competition horses that I feel would be too much for me. Answers on a postcard please?
Yes, exactly! When you have trusted a horse to look after you its very difficult to think of starting again with a new one. Within a reasonable journey from here there seem to be two very polarised categories of "horse-sources" - either reputable sellers with fiery young future competition prospects or not-with-a very-long-bargepole dealers with poor little piebald cobs that look as if its only the hair that's holding them together.
As has been said I think maybe loan/share in the short term & patience & word of mouth to find something to purchase is the way forward - for me at least. Good luck with your decision.
 

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I’m 64 and just got back on today after a left hip replacement…..it’s never too late for a new one!
Well done, must have felt incredible to be back in the saddle. Now you have the whole summer ahead of you so well- timed!
How long ago was your op, suebou?
 
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