References for loanees

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How do you go about checking references for a loanee when lending your horse out or do most people only loan to someone that they know/know of. My husband is trying to decide whether to loan his 8 year homebred 16.2HH out or sell him. We know of someone locally looking for a bold horse to do the x country part of a senior tetrathlon on but have also seen a wanted for loan advert where someone is looking for a horse for ODE/Hunter trials which is what OH would prefer him to do as we enjoy seeing him compete. Any suggestions on how you go a about checking that the person is genuine etc gratefully received as there seem to be so many horror stories re loaning.
 
I think that's a hard one. So many people lie these days it would be hard to know if the references were genuine. I have a horse on loan and when i went to meet his owner i took along my certificates to prove that i could look after a horse properly etc. Out of about six people i was chosen so i think someone that can prove their knowledge and experience is the best way to go. Also, i would ask the persons reasons for wanting a loan horse and always go with your gut instinct. I now have a wonderful horse and a very good friend of four years out of my loan experience so don't lose hope there are genuine pople out there! Good luck
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The girl loaning my horse is currently in equine college based near me, I just got a good vibe from her. She clicked with my horse and shows him 100% love and affection, which is what Im looking for.
I go down and check on him regularly - I think this is the BIGGEST downfall of most loaners - Check on your horses!!

This girl has brought my horse on well, I had no interest in schooling - she has got him good at that and he is blooming. What more can you ask for? When I am eventually in a position where I want him back, he will have benefitted from their time together as will she I hope
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we always check, passport (to proove they are who they say they are), a copy of a bill (to proove address), and a reference from a good instructor who is BHS or ABRS qualified or a reference from a PC DC etc. references i always phone the person giving the reference if the loaner is genuine they should not mind!
 
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