Does anyone own a horse that is" over at the knee" and what problems, if any have you had. What limits does your horse have with riding, exercise etc.,
2007-02-12 06:00:45 · 7 answers · asked by jane b 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
While most horses who are over at the knee may look like they are going to topple over, it is something that usually will not happen and the horse is able to perform quite well. This link has an interesting article about over and back at the knee conformation.
http://www.equisearch.com/horses_care/health/anatomy/conformationfaults110299a/index.html
2007-02-12 06:38:55 · answer #1 · answered by Paint Pony 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends how far over the knee your horse is. over at the knee is less of a problem than behind the knee which can have a serious effect on tendons & joint wear & tear. If your horse is only slightly over at the knee, then as long as it it sound I wouldn't worry. If it is a more pronounced problem then you might want to be cautious when jumping & riding on rough ground.
2007-02-14 11:03:09 · answer #2 · answered by ATP 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never personally owned a horse that was over in the knee, but I've seen quite a few. They don't seem to have many problems unless they are severely deformed. You just have to make sure that they use their hindquarters to stop and turn so the don't buckle in front.
2007-02-12 14:39:44 · answer #3 · answered by Horsetrainer89 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have a little pony and she is over at the knee she has no problem except jumping
2007-02-12 14:20:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i found jumping in competions was a problem and if they do not work through from behind the they can be a bit unsteady. it is also open to debate whether they would pass a vetting.
2007-02-13 17:19:51 · answer #5 · answered by Samantha T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried the "Pony Club", I heard they do things like that.
2007-02-12 14:08:53 · answer #6 · answered by rob b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HAVE IT SHOT no good for anyting
2007-02-16 13:57:20 · answer #7 · answered by smokeyjo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋