Horse with shivers

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Dice2012

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Hi just looking for some people's opinions really. I have a really nice coloured sports horse that has mild shivers and does not show up at all when being ridden, he's a fab hunter and can turn his hoof to anything. I want to sell him as I have too many horses and need to cut down, how much would this reduce his value and how would be the best way to sell the horse? Thanks for reading :)
 
I bought a coloured ISH with shivers, unfortunately I lost him due to another problem but my friend bought a horse irish horse last year passed a tough vet, 5 stage vetting with a comment on the report about being a shiverer. He is excelling at everything unaffiliated, hunting too although can be a little tricky to shoe behind, she paid £3.500 for him 16.2hh 8yr old who had done a little bit of everything at RC level. He was bought through another friend of mine word of mouth but had been advertised extensively for £4.500 on Horsedeals/Horsequest, hope that is helpful.
 
Thanks, that is very helpful. Do you know if she mentioned the shivers in the advert or waited for people to see him first before mentioning it? I don't want people to be put of a good horse but I do want to be honest about it.
 
I wouldn't but would upfront tell everyone who phones- i.e. 'i am sure why you are wondering why a horse of his talent/experience is advertised at ...- well he is a mild shiverer. Invite them to do a bit of research and call back if they wish- people definitely don't want to feel pushed into buying a horse with a 'problem'
I had a shiverer too and he was no bother at all, bit hard the first few times with the farrier but they worked it out. Would take one for a slightly reduced price over some other conditions which reduce price (eg sweet itch!)
 
sportsmansB said:
I wouldn't but would upfront tell everyone who phones- i.e. 'i am sure why you are wondering why a horse of his talent/experience is advertised at ...- well he is a mild shiverer. Invite them to do a bit of research and call back if they wish- people definitely don't want to feel pushed into buying a horse with a 'problem'
I had a shiverer too and he was no bother at all, bit hard the first few times with the farrier but they worked it out. Would take one for a slightly reduced price over some other conditions which reduce price (eg sweet itch!)
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thank you sportsmansB did you sell your horse with shivers or have you still got him?
 
My Appy has mild shivers (almost unnoticeable in the summer when he is living out but more noticeable when stabled in the winter). It doesn't affect his performance, but I do have to be careful when picking out his feet in the winter. I would just be upfront with any potential buyers and make sure they are completely aware of the condition and how it can be helped. (E.g feeding a diet low in carbohydrates and high in oil) Good luck :)
 
Hi Dice 2012 as Sportsmans B reply, didn't advertise the shivers but did inform people when enquiring and some good advice from spotty_pony about diet, that is exactly what the vet hospital told me to do with the coloured horse.
 
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