Irishcobs
Well-Known Member
What's the general view on tie back ops?
Do too many get done as a precaution?
I ask because I've heard of racing yards that routinely tie back their horses even if the horse isn't yet showing signs of breathing problems. Reason being to cure a problem before it happens.
Would you consider having a tie back op on your horse if it was having breathing problems, assuming it was a good horse and could continue happily at the level it is working at currently?
Anyone have any success stories of horses continuing to compete as a high level or moving up levels after a tie back op?
Do too many get done as a precaution?
I ask because I've heard of racing yards that routinely tie back their horses even if the horse isn't yet showing signs of breathing problems. Reason being to cure a problem before it happens.
Would you consider having a tie back op on your horse if it was having breathing problems, assuming it was a good horse and could continue happily at the level it is working at currently?
Anyone have any success stories of horses continuing to compete as a high level or moving up levels after a tie back op?