i amthinking about purchasing a reg qtr horse gelding he is 5yrs old and broke to ride and so foreth...i had went out and rode him and he seemed fine no limping no pain ..the owner of the horse did tell me that he had some swelling of the back leg just above the ankle (pastern) just on the inside of the leg but when i rode this horse he didnt show any signs of lamness..owner took horse to vet vet told him he had stretched his tendon and told him to cold and warm packs on it for a few weeks then graudually start working him out again...my question is if i buy this horse would he be ok to show in halter and pleasure events ..that was the intention on the purchase of this horse..for a young horse he is a joy to be around ...thank you
2006-06-29 11:34:13 · 6 answers · asked by ladycarmann 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
It might be nothing. I'd offer a few things though. Depending on what you're paying - have him vet checked but specifically by a different vet unbiased. Listen to what the current vet says. The other thing is how hard you're going to show - if you're gone every weekend I think I'd have to think real hard about it. Aside from swelling how does the ankle FEEL. Get hands on it - is it (normally) mushy or firm or too firm? Do your hands feel any heat...a hot spot can pull you closer to the source of the swelling. are you showing AQHA shows or local open shows?
He will probably be ok...but look at all points and make a decision based on the facts not just the heart. He sounds like a nice horse.
2006-06-29 12:54:49 · answer #1 · answered by Jan H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the horse's name tobasco?.. Because my friend is selling her horse and that is exactly what is wrong with him. '
But yes he should be okay. However, if he does turn lame, immediatley take action and call your vet. I have a thoroughbred and his tendons tend to swell, plus he is only 5 too.. but i ice it right away, and he is fine afterwards. If he does come up lame, and doesnt get better he can still be used as a good pleasure horse, just not anything big. Good Luck!
2006-06-29 11:47:18 · answer #2 · answered by pinkink : ] 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get a vet check first, just to be sure. There could even be another problem the owner doesn't even know about. Chances are, the horse will be fine, especially for such light work, but it will be nice to know in advance what types of extra maintenance costs you might incur with any little problems like that. Good luck!
2006-06-29 12:16:20 · answer #3 · answered by nevermind 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think as long as the swelling goes down and there is no lameness then he would do well in halter and pleasure classes because there really isn't any stress being put on the leg but I would definitely talk to the vet first to make sure he thinks it is ok.
2006-06-29 11:42:04 · answer #4 · answered by blondecowgrl18 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes of course he will be ok with the right love and care from you he should be up and running in no time :)
2006-06-29 11:58:42 · answer #5 · answered by Prof. Horse Rider 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya that sounds good
2006-06-29 12:10:02 · answer #6 · answered by horse jumper 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋