RHM
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I don’t blame you, I would be the same!
Why is it? Sharers
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oldie48
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Just keep looking, he's really lovely. I've got a fab sharer for Rose whilst I'm waiting for my op, she was someone I knew who has a horse currently off work with PSD and I approached her. I realise I was extremely lucky but if you have a nice horse or pony eventually you will find the right person. I'd definitely put out feelers with the local RCs and PCs but you've probably already done that. Good luck!
Cob Life
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Wish I was closer! I’d love him
SO1
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He is very clearly not a cob but a lovely native pony. Perhaps that is where you are going wrong - advertise him as a HOYS quality native pony old rounder who is looking a rider suitable for an adult or child. Opportunity to compete on a showing schoolmaster. I would be surprised if you did not find someone who would love the opportunity there are plenty of people with ponies that they can no longer compete as they are retired or outgrown or have horses who are not of the quality the to get to the top levels. I bet he would do well in the veteran classes as well a bit of dressage.
See if you can advertise him on some native pony groups.
See if you can advertise him on some native pony groups.
wills_91
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Can't believe he's not been snapped up hes fabulous. Move to Scotland I'll share him with you ?
conniegirl
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He is not advertised as a cob, he is advertised as a top quality ex HOYS pony for someone to have fun on
His name just happens to be Little Cob.
he is on lots of share/loan groups on facebook including several native breed ones but ive only had one serious enquiry.
his shoes are now booked to come off next week, he can have the winter off and i will bring him back into work next year. Wont do him any harm
Littlewills
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He needs to be on local groups and preloved. I'd also look at what you are charging. Is it too much? I usually have about 10 responses the first week, 5 serious and see 3 of them. There are so many people looking for shares I cant understand why you are having trouble with such a nice pony. Maybe post the ad for people to review?
Durhamchance
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Are you asking for a contribution? and if so is it reasonable?
I saw a sharer wanted ad with no responses yesterday, the owner was asking for £175 for 2 days a week and £200 for 3 days a week per month and personally that is extortionate! The going rate is £10-15 per day
I saw a sharer wanted ad with no responses yesterday, the owner was asking for £175 for 2 days a week and £200 for 3 days a week per month and personally that is extortionate! The going rate is £10-15 per day
conniegirl
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i am asking for a contribution of £10 per day Which is negotiable for the right person
Durhamchance
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I'm stumped then, he looks lovely!
Desert_rider
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Like a previous poster, do you think it is his high standard that is putting people off?
He would be perfect for an older adult that perhaps doesn't want to ride large horses any more, but the fact that he has been to hoys might be daunting to them.
He would be perfect for an older adult that perhaps doesn't want to ride large horses any more, but the fact that he has been to hoys might be daunting to them.
HashRouge
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I think there are a lot of joyriders and dreamers out there, even worse for share/ loan ads than for sale ones imo. I've shared for the past four years and the owners have always said how much trouble they've had getting someone reliable before I came along (not blowing my own trumpet, but I'm very reliable!). But there are good sharers out there, just keep advertising!
situpsitback
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I am amazed at the difficulty people have finding decent sharers. I’m so grateful that my share horses owner is willing to let me have her actual horse to treat as my own, that I can’t imagine ever not being reliable or messing them about.
Cob Life
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Same here! I know they had one along side me that only came in the summer then just stopped coming, no message to say they were stopping or anything. Means I get to ride more though
conniegirl
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So this was his advert
ive now had his shoes taken off. Will give him the winter off and reassess next year
ive now had his shoes taken off. Will give him the winter off and reassess next year
Errin Paddywack
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He sounds an absolute dream. Really can't understand why you haven't had people queueing round the block for the chance to ride him.
Rosemary28
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Oh I so wish you were closer, he sounds fab! I can't understand why no-one is interested!
BatHorse
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I've been browsing a lot of 'for share' ads recently, and the only thing that would put me off is the coming back for injury bit. I've seen a few ads where they clearly want someone to pay to bring their horse either into or back into work, only to take the horse back once it's going again. Not saying that's the case here and he sounds like a cracker! Exactly what I'd be looking for once I've lost a few pounds...
Annagain
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I think it's a lovely ad and he sounds great. The only thing I'd change is "the downsides". Putting that and then the "I'm very choosy" bit almost makes it sound like pleasing you would be impossible, also none of the things you mention are really "downsides". Could you call it "the small print" or something similar to give it a little bit more of a positive spin?
Maybe the same could apply to "who I'm looking for" change it to "Little Cob would suit someone who...." to make it sound less like a job advert?
Maybe the same could apply to "who I'm looking for" change it to "Little Cob would suit someone who...." to make it sound less like a job advert?
smolmaus
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Maybe the "extremely choosy" part with the supervision might put people off? Or maybe it's the no jumping? Absolutely sensible and necessary to make sure he gets the rider he deserves but it does read a little like a job advert.
annagain just typed that faster than me lol I'd still be blowing up your PMs for an opportunity to interview tho
annagain just typed that faster than me lol I'd still be blowing up your PMs for an opportunity to interview tho
bouncing_ball
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I’d not mention his name in the advert as think Little Cob is confusing when he’s not a cob.
conniegirl
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definitly not the case, he is back in full work except for jumping. As it was his hind suspensory tendon branches that he injured he won’t be allowed to jump for a good while yet as it would put too much pressure on them.
he loves jumping but having spent a small fortune getting him right I’m going to follow vet advice ti the letter with him
jnb
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He is a cob though - the definition of a Welsh Section C is "Welsh Pony of Cob Type "...?
Branna
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I agree with annagain - personally, I would remove "downsides" from the ad. The next two lines aren't an issue for any responsible sharer - the fact you are choosy and will supervise should be positives! At best, I think it just puts your advert in a bit of a negative light, and at worst makes you seem potentially difficult to deal with. Sorry - not meaning to offend and I don't disagree with you - I would just be wary of your wording.
maya2008
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I too was always extremely choosy - I just advertised as x pony for share x days a week, then offered supervision (which parents were always more than delighted with!). I could take almost anyone if they were willing to learn, as I intended to supervise. If I felt they could go it alone at any point, I said so. Worked for me!
Annagain
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I've taken the liberty of re-writing it slightly - hope you don't mind. Feel free to use it or not. I've taken some things out as they are probably things you could discuss once someone contacts you. I've assumed a couple of things:
1. The amount of hacking - is it miles and miles on site and then hundreds of miles once you've done a bit of road work or have you accidentally repeated yourself?
2. When you say "he won't be allowed to jump for a good while yet" does that mean you would be happy for him to jump again in future? I think it might be worth adding that if you are. I've put it in but you can take it out (along with the "at the moment" if needs be.
I'd also think about changing under 18 to under 16 for the supervision. It seems a little incongruous to insist that a 16-17 year old (who could be working full time, driving, married or even a parent themselves) needs supervision to ride.
Sharer wanted 2 or 3 days a week for my full up 13.2hh, 19yr old bundle of fun. He is a been-there-done-that-won-the-T-shirt pony who has taken young riders from coming out of first ridden classes to HOYS open classes
He is not fazed by anything, hacks in company and alone, an angel in traffic, extremely well-schooled and a forward, easy ride. He’s a schoolmaster in every respect and very easy to handle.
He would suit a child or an adult weighing up to 11st. He rides very big and takes up your leg, so don’t be put off by his height, come have a sit on him if you aren’t sure. Under 16s will need parental supervision.
He is currently coming back to work after an injury so cannot jump at the moment and would suit a quiet rider who mainly wants to hack out. There may be an opportunity to jump and compete in future for the right rider, to be discussed after an initial period of supervised riding.
He must stay on our current yard, located East of Hull, which has miles and miles of off road hacking onsite and even more available after a short stretch of quiet road work
Financial contribution and stable chores required.
Please PM me if you are interested.
1. The amount of hacking - is it miles and miles on site and then hundreds of miles once you've done a bit of road work or have you accidentally repeated yourself?
2. When you say "he won't be allowed to jump for a good while yet" does that mean you would be happy for him to jump again in future? I think it might be worth adding that if you are. I've put it in but you can take it out (along with the "at the moment" if needs be.
I'd also think about changing under 18 to under 16 for the supervision. It seems a little incongruous to insist that a 16-17 year old (who could be working full time, driving, married or even a parent themselves) needs supervision to ride.
Sharer wanted 2 or 3 days a week for my full up 13.2hh, 19yr old bundle of fun. He is a been-there-done-that-won-the-T-shirt pony who has taken young riders from coming out of first ridden classes to HOYS open classes
He is not fazed by anything, hacks in company and alone, an angel in traffic, extremely well-schooled and a forward, easy ride. He’s a schoolmaster in every respect and very easy to handle.
He would suit a child or an adult weighing up to 11st. He rides very big and takes up your leg, so don’t be put off by his height, come have a sit on him if you aren’t sure. Under 16s will need parental supervision.
He is currently coming back to work after an injury so cannot jump at the moment and would suit a quiet rider who mainly wants to hack out. There may be an opportunity to jump and compete in future for the right rider, to be discussed after an initial period of supervised riding.
He must stay on our current yard, located East of Hull, which has miles and miles of off road hacking onsite and even more available after a short stretch of quiet road work
Financial contribution and stable chores required.
Please PM me if you are interested.
conniegirl
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we have at least 10 miles of onsite hacking and after less than 100meters of road work (quiet 30mph road) you have access to bridle paths that link up to form in excess of 100 miles of riding predominantly down the old railway lines.
the under 18’s thing is a yard rule so not something I can change unfortunately. I think it has something to do with thier insurance as it is a large working farm.
If the vet ever signs off on jumping again it is unlikely to be anytime soon and I wouldn't want him to be jumped competitively but would be happy with him being jumped at fun rides etc.
SusieT
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I would take out the injury bit or change it to something along the lines of
'unfortunately he is not allowed to jump due to an injury - but he is in full work otherwise' - as I would be put off by a 9yr old 'coming back from injury' to me I would worry he will break just as I get into him
'unfortunately he is not allowed to jump due to an injury - but he is in full work otherwise' - as I would be put off by a 9yr old 'coming back from injury' to me I would worry he will break just as I get into him
Winters100
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I think I would worry if someone stated that they will be very choosy about who they trust him with. Although I would expect an owner to be careful it would make me think that they might have crazy expectations. Also maybe good to specify a bot about chores - does it include mucking out etc? He sounds simply lovely so I hope you find someone