dottylottie
Well-Known Member
Hi! so Lily is finally coming home tomorrow, to the yard where my mum looks after the other pony. However, i’ve been asked if i still want the stable on the yard we were originally meant to be going to, at the end of the month when it’s available…
overall, the second yard would be better for the pair of us, but i really don’t think it’s wise or fair to move her after 3.5 weeks, but spaces in that area are like hens teeth and the current yard is going to limit us so much.
On one hand, if she doesn’t settle i’ll be worried about moving her and upsetting her even more, but i also think if she doesn’t settle then she’d benefit from the other yard being much much smaller and quieter.
On the other hand, if she does settle i’ll feel awful for moving her when she’s happy but equally if she settled on there within a few weeks she’d most likely settle even quicker on a smaller yard.
I would absolutely love to move to the other yard, but i’d never forgive myself if she came down with colic or ulcers from the stress. I think deep down i know it’s probably better for her to stay put, but the other yard is a 3 minute drive from home, better/quieter hacking, a useable arena, safer fencing, etc etc. I don’t know if my preference is clouding my judgement in considering that the short term hassle and stress is worth it for the long term. Help!
overall, the second yard would be better for the pair of us, but i really don’t think it’s wise or fair to move her after 3.5 weeks, but spaces in that area are like hens teeth and the current yard is going to limit us so much.
On one hand, if she doesn’t settle i’ll be worried about moving her and upsetting her even more, but i also think if she doesn’t settle then she’d benefit from the other yard being much much smaller and quieter.
On the other hand, if she does settle i’ll feel awful for moving her when she’s happy but equally if she settled on there within a few weeks she’d most likely settle even quicker on a smaller yard.
I would absolutely love to move to the other yard, but i’d never forgive myself if she came down with colic or ulcers from the stress. I think deep down i know it’s probably better for her to stay put, but the other yard is a 3 minute drive from home, better/quieter hacking, a useable arena, safer fencing, etc etc. I don’t know if my preference is clouding my judgement in considering that the short term hassle and stress is worth it for the long term. Help!
definitely more to follow once i manage to take some in better lighting!
She's lovely...but disappointed with the new owner having only one picture..