Musing over my horse

[poiuytrewq]

I do remember a few months ago someone asking me about my best ever horse and I’d replied that I thought this one would end up being my all time favourite when we had ironed out some issues.
I must have felt something for him at that point.

 

[bouncing_ball]

I do remember a few months ago someone asking me about my best ever horse and I’d replied that I thought this one would end up being my all time favourite when we had ironed out some issues.
I must have felt something for him at that point.

It’s funny world.

My last horse had lots of underlying physical issues, I did rehab repeatedly. He was unpredictable and could be quite scary. Ridden and to handle. He could be hard work to try and manage. I had to focus versus having fun. He was eventually PTS.

I was looking forward to straightforward.

My next horse is talented but very chilled, almost too chilled about everything. I’d not change him or the peace of mind. But I do sometimes miss the easy ground covering forward travel.

I do think if it’s not been fun for a while, change something. If doesn’t work and horse is sound and rehome able and you aren’t deeply attached I’d move them on.

 

[nagblagger]

Ok another thought - would you be upset if he was loaded in a trailer and taken away...or relieved?

 

[clairebearnz]

I felt enormous relief when I retired an OTTB of mine - inconsistent behaviour and quite frankly a shit work ethic. I had no inclination to do major diagnostics as he was quite happy/sound in the paddock and I had the space to retire him.

I then promptly picked up another OTTB who hadn't been ridden in two years. He's a super horse, really easy, loves to work. I had an immense sense of relief when I no longer had to micromanage the previous horse's issues. Previous horse is actually much nicer to deal with now he's not in work.

I wouldn't continue with a horse you're not enjoying especially if, by the sounds of it, he may be one someone else may enjoy or click better with. IME, it rarely gets better.

 

[poiuytrewq]

Ok another thought - would you be upset if he was loaded in a trailer and taken away...or relieved?

? if he was going somewhere I knew he’d be looked after probably relieved. I feel bad

 

[nagblagger]

[QUOTE="poiuytrewq, post:? if he was going somewhere I knew he’d be looked after probably relieved. I feel bad[/QUOTE]

I think that answers your question, no need to feel bad now its time to move forward to find his ideal home.

 

[poiuytrewq]

I bought this horse with the last of some money my uncle left me when he died.
I’ve never been able to afford a horse purchase before, hence the string of problematic freebies.

 

[Abacus]

I bought this horse with the last of some money my uncle left me when he died.
I’ve never been able to afford a horse purchase before, hence the string of problematic freebies.

I'm sorry that this time has been disappointing, it's ok when it's a freebie but less so when you've thought you were investing in exactly the right horse. You're doing well to let go of that and recognise that he isn't the right one.

 

[Annagain]

It might take a bit of digging but read my posts about Charlie and then Wiggy. This is exactly how I felt. I sold him at a fair loss as he'd been diagnosed with very mild kissing spine (that's not the reason I sold him) but he and I are both so much happier now. I'm just sorry I waited as long as I did to sell him. He never did much wrong but I was never really happy on him.

 

[ponynutz]

I bought this horse with the last of some money my uncle left me when he died.
I’ve never been able to afford a horse purchase before, hence the string of problematic freebies.

Been quietly reading this thread and I think this is the most important thing you've said.
I do wonder if you're attached to the fact your late uncle essentially bought this horse for you and you don't want to have used the money he left you on something that hasn't worked out?

I'm sorry this has happened, but it does sound like he'd be re-homeable and you'd probably be able to get most of the money back for him if the problems are you and him haven't gelled and not any issues he may have. I'd get him checked out by a vet so you know he'd pass a vetting (and to rule out any external factors) and sell him on.

 

[maya2008]

My angelic TB would have lost her mind if she could only walk/trot. Some horses need access to regular fast work to keep them sane. Maybe this just isn’t the right horse for your set-up?

 

[Slightlyconfused]

He was being ridden 5 times a week up until friends horse went lame. Turned out daily.
I bought him in November last year so it’s not our first winter. He was in less work last winter as I had two to ride. He was fine last winter - I mean as I say he’s never been a complete dobbin but he behaved and passed big traffic, hacked alone etc.

If its this much of a change in behavour before you sell i would get a vet check over as you might find something crop up in a vetting etc.


But i am.told i am too quick with a vet....even though there is always been a reason found for the behaviour.

So for me, vet check, phyios, saddle, and look at management and it its all good then sell.

 

[marmalade76]

I bought this horse with the last of some money my uncle left me when he died.
I’ve never been able to afford a horse purchase before, hence the string of problematic freebies.

Personally I've found having more money to spend doesn't help! Similarly I went out with a bigger budget than ever before and bought a horse from down the road with lots of references. Turned out an easy life on a quiet yard with an old softy didn't suit him, he needed lots of work and someone who'd keep on top of him. There was also a kicking issue which was the the thing that forced me to admit defeat. I spent less than half the money he cost me on a sweet little riding pony mare and I'm much happier. Life is too short to put up with something that's not working for you.

 

[sbloom]

In shorthand I would sell or immerse myself in something like Balance Through Movement Method (for bonding, emotional resolutions and connection, beneficial physical groundwork and a route to potentially hone in on underlying issues), having Yasmin Stuart out. IF you want to try to resolve the issues then you need a really good big picture person, bodyworker or rehabber etc.