I'd like my horse back

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Honeyb

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Hello all

Some time ago (four months) I had to put my horse out on loan due to circumstances at the time. Since then I haven't stopped thinking about him and desperatly want him back. I have a fully signed loan agreement which ends at the end of this month and a new one will need to be produced.

Anyway, my main problem is I'm a bit soft and don't want to hurt the loaners feelings. I've even thought about trying to find her something suitable so that she's not so let down - what do you all think and if you were in my shoes how would you go about this situation?

Sorry, I know what needs to be done, but there maybe some of you that could give me some hints on how to break it to her.
 
I'd just be straight with her. Could she not help you out a couple of times a week until she finds a new horse? Tell her sooner rather than later as the worst thing would be to say - I want my horse back in three days time, or such like.
 
She's three and a half hours away from me so I can't just nip and see her and the horse which is a shame.

I wanted to draft something up today so that I don't keep her hanging on. What did you think about me trying to find her another horse - should I do that?
 
If you are loaning a horse you have to expect that you will give it back one day. Although this is probably sooner than she was expecting, she should be prepared for it. Give her as much notice as you can, and I would leave her to find another one. Not meaning to sound harsh, but surely only she can really decide what she wants to replace your horse with? I'm sure she would appreciate on offer of help though. Good luck anyway!
 
No, don't get involved with trying to find them a replacement just tell them straight and briefly explain that you are happy with them as loaners but just miss the horse too much.
Tell them asap so they have nearly a full month to make other arrangements.
You could offer to give them a 'good loaner' reference (if they have been good!) when you collect the horse as this would be a nice gesture and may help them to loan another horse in the future.
Don't feel bad about wanting your own horse back
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You have every right to have your horse back at the end of the time stated, without having to give any reason. The loaner knew it would come one day. Just explain that your situation now enables you to have your horse back, that you appreciate what she has done, hope she has enjoyed it, is welcome to come visit, but that you want him back as per loan agreement.
Just be straight but gentle.
 
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