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:mad:i bought youngster begining of this year off dealer for eventing.less than 2 months on has been diagnosed severe navicular not fit for purpose. think i`m correct i can claim off dealer.??????
 
Did you get a five stage vetting ? If so the vet should still have the bloods they need testing for a range of anti-inflammatories ASAP .
You will need specialist advice on this a change of farrier can start navicular symptoms within the time scale you have owned him.
 
What has the dealer said when you discussed it with them? if they are highly reputable they may be happy to negotiate something with you.

TBH 2 months is quite a long time in the horse world and proving the issue was there when you bought the horse AND that the dealer knew about it might be really difficult.
 
How soon did you notice the horse wasn't quite right- and when did you first contact a vet ? Have you spoken to the dealer yet, as if it's a reputable dealer they may be prepared to find a solution that's acceptable.
just make sure you keep a record of the orginal advert, any emails and records of the horse being seen by the vet.

I was in the same situation as you after buying a competition horse 5 stage vetted. It was totally gutting.
The dealer offered an exchange or free grass livery to turn the horse away for a few months. That was 3 years ago and I actually decided to keep the horse, get her treated and she's now sound as a pound.

Do sympathise with you and hope you can get a satisfactory resolution.
 
not happy straight away. had blood test for bute 3 weeks later. did have vetting 2stage as horse only lightly backed. dealer told me it`s tough but it`s not their problem .
 
Difficult, you can try a solicitors letter to the dealer (should only cost you a few £100) or a direct claim in the small claims court but it might be difficult to get the evidence you need to prove it was a pre existing condition when you bought him.

It might cost you more than the horse did in the first place so weigh it up carefully before you start down this route.
 
Polos Mum said:
Difficult, you can try a solicitors letter to the dealer (should only cost you a few £100) or a direct claim in the small claims court but it might be difficult to get the evidence you need to prove it was a pre existing condition when you bought him.

It might cost you more than the horse did in the first place so weigh it up carefully before you start down this route.
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I agree with this it will all depend on if you can prove the condition was pre existing , if you are a BHS gold member I would start with their legal helpline as you really need a equine specialist who has dealt with this before .
You need to take a judgement on whether it worth the hassle and the cost of going to law.
 
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