quiteniceforacob
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Ok I can’t upload the picture...
It’s happening!
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shamrock2021
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If you like the horses than you should buy it don’t listen to other people. People can be very fake in the horse world unfortunately.
sport horse
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I know this is your first horse and that the maraket appears to be crazy but ... you should not need to put a deposit down to hold a horse for vetting. I never have either on buying or asked for one if I have been selling. Remember the old saying 'if in doubt do without'. The right horse will come along. Try to view/try everything twice. If it sells meanwhile it is fate. I suspect the market will change radically in the next few weeks as winter approaches and the unemployment rate rises and furlough ends.
quiteniceforacob
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Thanks. She’s really well schooled and I can learn a lot from her - felt that already when riding her today. I think I’ve been thrown by negative opinions when I felt so excited this morning.
I feel like she’s fine so I’m going to go for it - eek!
I feel like she’s fine so I’m going to go for it - eek!
Wishfilly
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I don't think you can put a price on safe and feeling that you love the pony. Personally, I love riding ponies, so would not be put off if I felt comfortable on the pony! There's a lot to be said about being able to easily get on and off out hacking!
Wishfilly
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The deposit before vetting is standard with a lot of dealers now, and was even before Covid.
atropa
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I put a deposit down on one of my mares prior to vetting. It would have been refundable if she failed but I wanted (private) seller to know I was serious about buying her. I always ask to put a deposit down if I definitely want to buy something but I'm not taking it home on the day of viewing.
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teddypops
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If you feel happy on her and you are not too heavy, it really doesn’t matter what other people think!
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I used to be decisive, now I'm not so sure...
I have always put a deposit down, refundable if they fail the vet.
Even with my new purchase, I put about 10% down. I didn't have a vet, but the deposit was to hold him until I had a day to try to load him (he was supposed to not load), refundable if I couldn't get him in the box. It took 3 hours 40 minutes, but he is here.
As a seller I have also always asked for a deposit of 10%. Refundable if the horse is deemed unsuitable at vetting. It means that you can remove the horse from the market as you know the buyer is serious.
I couldn't comment on size, but you can only upload a photo if you shrink the file size. I have sent a picture through Messenger before, then downloaded it. I am sure there is an easier way, but that is what I do.
Even with my new purchase, I put about 10% down. I didn't have a vet, but the deposit was to hold him until I had a day to try to load him (he was supposed to not load), refundable if I couldn't get him in the box. It took 3 hours 40 minutes, but he is here.
As a seller I have also always asked for a deposit of 10%. Refundable if the horse is deemed unsuitable at vetting. It means that you can remove the horse from the market as you know the buyer is serious.
I couldn't comment on size, but you can only upload a photo if you shrink the file size. I have sent a picture through Messenger before, then downloaded it. I am sure there is an easier way, but that is what I do.
quiteniceforacob
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Quigleyandme
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I think you look absolutely fine. I know it is difficult but please try to filter other people’s opinions and have more belief in yourself.
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I used to be decisive, now I'm not so sure...
I would be happy with that photo, as long as you are comfortable. Your legs look a bit longer than we are used too seeing, but your weight looks fine as a picture.
If you feel happy and safe, get that deposit down and to blazes with them!
If you feel happy and safe, get that deposit down and to blazes with them!
Winters100
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Looks just fine to me, and to be honest I have always found slightly smaller horses easier to deal with, but maybe that is because what I am used to. If this is a safe and sensible horse for you I would go ahead. Good luck!
Trouper
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If she passes the vetting, is being sold at a fair price and you feel absolutely happy about riding her, then go for it. Life is not about what we look like - contrary to all social media platforms!!!!!!!
Errin Paddywack
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My sister is 5' 8". She upgraded from her ponies to a 15hh 3/4tb mare. She had bought her as a yearling so had hoped for a bit more height. So many people asked her when she was going to get a 'horse'. Her reply, I have one. That mare turned out to be her horse of a lifetime. Fantastic mare and didn't need to be any bigger, fantastic jumper and general allrounder. Nothing wrong with a slightly smaller horse. The important thing is that you like her and feel comfortable on her. Not wanting to get off is a very good sign. Hope the vetting goes well.
eahotson
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100% agree with that. Do not fall in love with any horse until your friend/instructor and the vet tell you you may.
teddypops
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You look fine! Good luck with it all!
Jellymoon
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You look completely fine, perfect I would say, your feet are out if stirrups aren’t they? so legs look longer but by no means too long, and you are very slim. Go for it. Ignore the comments! I love small ones and feel much safer on them!
Jellymoon
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We’re there other negative comments about her other than the size?
Wizpop
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Also think you look fine! I’ve recently gone from 16.1 to 15.0 and love it! I feel comfortable, happy and can do all that I want to do on her. You look great in the picture! What’s not to like? Did you buy her?
Ceriann
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I think you look fine. I had a few negative comments when I bought my latest horse - focussed around me not being able to keep up her schooling and that she was quite petite (not my usual ID type). I ignored them, reached out to a previous YO who I trusted and I’m glad I did. She’s been amazing for me. Very best of luck.
Dave's Mam
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I think you look great. Did you buy her?
quiteniceforacob
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I didn’t. I had some doubts about stability - I think I knew she was too fine for me and I didn’t want it said. Went and tried three today - 2 cobs and a Welsh D, all 15.1, and I’m buying the welsh! felt much more stable on the slightly chunkier horses!
he’s been out of work so needs some schooling - needs lots of leg but when he’s up to 5 days a week work I think he’ll be ok, and lots of people around me to support. He’s super flashy and really nicely schooled. I tried to be much more rational today, but despite the rain (and him not being ridden for 3 weeks), I couldn’t help thinking “when he’s home...”
going to be calling vets in the morning!
he’s been out of work so needs some schooling - needs lots of leg but when he’s up to 5 days a week work I think he’ll be ok, and lots of people around me to support. He’s super flashy and really nicely schooled. I tried to be much more rational today, but despite the rain (and him not being ridden for 3 weeks), I couldn’t help thinking “when he’s home...”
going to be calling vets in the morning!
Christmascinnamoncookie
Fais pas chier!
I thought you looked fine on the mare, but I sympathise with the whole feeling too tall, mine is 15.1, a big difference from my 17.2! If I get another, I’ll be looking for minimum 16.3.
SheriffTruman
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Congrats and good luck with the vetting. How exciting! I love Welsh D's. You do know that we NEED pictures when you get him?
quiteniceforacob
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Yes! I’ll post once he passes vetting (Wednesday morning) - I don’t want to jinx it!
when he arrives, I will need....
rubber matting
Haynet
Water bucket
Headcollar and lead rope
turnout rug
....?
its my birthday in a couple of weeks so people want to buy me things - what do I need now and what can we wait for?
when he arrives, I will need....
rubber matting
Haynet
Water bucket
Headcollar and lead rope
turnout rug
....?
its my birthday in a couple of weeks so people want to buy me things - what do I need now and what can we wait for?
southerncomfort
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Grooming kit!
quiteniceforacob
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Ooh yes!
Winters100
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Congratulations and good luck for the vetting!
Also good to have a medical kit. I am trying to remember what mine contains, so probably others can add other essentials, but what I can think of:
Alu spray
vet wrap
nappies
Manusan (not sure if you have the same thing in the UK but it is basically a mild antiseptic for washing wounds)
good scissors
bandages
iodine
no-spa and syringe / needle (again not sure if you have same thing in UK but it is a muscle relaxant that vets here tell you to inject while you wait for them in case of colic)
cooling gel
Cotton wool
baby wipes
plus human stuff - plasters, antiseptic, headache pills etc
I will look and check what else I have there....
Good luck!
Also good to have a medical kit. I am trying to remember what mine contains, so probably others can add other essentials, but what I can think of:
Alu spray
vet wrap
nappies
Manusan (not sure if you have the same thing in the UK but it is basically a mild antiseptic for washing wounds)
good scissors
bandages
iodine
no-spa and syringe / needle (again not sure if you have same thing in UK but it is a muscle relaxant that vets here tell you to inject while you wait for them in case of colic)
cooling gel
Cotton wool
baby wipes
plus human stuff - plasters, antiseptic, headache pills etc
I will look and check what else I have there....
Good luck!
Christmascinnamoncookie
Fais pas chier!
Feed trug.
Multiple rugs, dry one, wear one.
Hoofpick.
Does the yard provide hay/straw?
Multiple rugs, dry one, wear one.
Hoofpick.
Does the yard provide hay/straw?