which should i go to???

[wench]

I am in a bit of a dilemma here, and I am not sure what to do.

BAckground to the story, horsey went to HT couple of weeks ago, and went a little lame afterwards, he is alright now, and rode him lightly last night, and will be bringing him back in to work this week.

BUT i had planned on going to a local ODE (2ft jumps) on 7th may. He hasnt really done much showjumping , so I have planned on going to another small local event (clear round + 65cm jumps). The entries for the ODE have to be in by friday, so if he goes lame again, I will loose all my entry money (£25!!!)

What should i do, not go sj, and go ode, or enter both and hope for the best , or just go sj?

 

[Safina]

I am a bit of a granny and take the view that if there is any doubt re: fitness/soundness then don't go out competing at all.

If you are sure in your heart of hearts he is sound and the problem is sorted then do both - great fun and small enough not to be too hard on legs BUT if you have any doubts then I'd sadly recommend you do not do either.

 

[carthorse]

Why was he lame, does his foot bruise easily,or did he just knock himself.Things can take a long time to heal completely so be careful.They may let you have your money back with vet note or if they can fill space.

 

[wench]

Think he just knocked himself... asking yo what they think to sj at the weekend, as they know more about horses than I do.