New pony

[TeapotSarah]

Hi just a quick question. I will be getting a vet check but is it even worth proceeding. I am looking to buy a plod! Lovely pony, perfect for what I want. But just found out these were his hooves 12 months ago. Hes not old 7. Can a pony recover, hes hooves look okay now after lots of farrier visits. But long term is it likely to have caused long term damage, arthritis etc. Ps not a new member but it's been so long I've have to reset up my login, as cant remember old email details! Sarah G.

 

[rabatsa]

I would like to see x-rays to check for pedal bone rotation.

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

Agree they look like laminitis feet.

 

[Flowerofthefen]

He could be totally fine but as above, for piece of mind I would xray. Poor pony.

 

[TeapotSarah]

Thanks for responses. I'll get xrays as part of vet check and discuss with vet. We have quite rich grazing due to being ex cow pasture so lammi is a concern for me.

 

[Zoeypxo]

Do you have any pictures of his feet now?
I would x ray anyway though.
I recently had hoof x rays and for 2 views it was £140 so reasonable cost for peace of mind