I got a horse, now what? update 1-22-11

[chickenzoo]

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What you consider nasty, others consider reality.

I'm not sugar coating anything, but more is learned from being a compassionate person then being... well what you are being. I'm sure you don't do everything right, in fact I'm certain, and God forbid you ask for help and get someone like you.... telling you off. What an attitude some people have today.
Facts an info will help this person, not lectures.

 

[Poulets De Cajun]

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[Cindiloohoo]

Poulets it was a lighthearted question that was blown out of proportion, becasue folks took it too seriously. If the whole thread would have been looked over it explains that. Just giving the rundown on the thread, don't jump all over me

 

[twentynine]

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Tell it like it is-- it may suprise you but I am not offended at all.

No I do not think I "rescued" this horse, and while he may be isolated from his horse herd buddies, he is being watched over. At the risk of sounding cavalier again, we are "interacting" with him. Yes! My OP could be considered "cavalier" and maybe unintentionally that's how I came off. But, then and now, I do understand the responsibilty, danger (to myself and the horse). However, rather than keeping it to myself, I sought some sort of guidance however poorly I worded it.

Thank you, I have got some reassurance from you, basicly, if I can keep myself out of trouble, the horse should be fine.

And I will agree with your statement regarding the "tactical error".

 

[Kelly G]

The best thing we can all do is answer the question asked...be a resource...share our knowledge. Isn't that what these forums are for?

The worst people are those who ask no questions and seek no guidance - he's on the right track.

PS I soak all beet pulp...I don't take any chances - and the shredded stuff I feed definitely swells to more than twice its dry size. Soaking it is no trouble.

 

[Poulets De Cajun]

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[chickenzoo]

Best Wishes to you and your new horse. I hope you find all the helpful information that you need and that you have a good relationship with him. Happy Trails

 

[Widget]

Ironically I have a neighbor who just got a horse a couple months ago. His wife knows nothing about them and he hasn't had one in over 20 years. The horse was taken from a farm with many other horses and brought to a place that is not overly horse friendly.

A couple weeks ago the couple came to my front door and asked if they could buy a bale of hay from me since their hay guy was delayed. So I had a chance to talk to them. By the end of the conversation I learned about the history of the horse, why they had him and what they had done so far. They are certainly novices to the horse world but are eager to learn and want to do what is right for the horse. By the time they left they had numbers for my farrier and vet, a bale of hay and an invitation to bother me at any time if they needed help. And I felt better knowing that the horse was with a family that would do it's best to care for the him. Novices yes. But all of us are at one time or another.

 

[redhen]

He sounds cute..hee hee..
peaking in the window looking in at you..
too cute..

 

[suburbanminifarm]

greathorse wrote:
I dont think your horse will founder on a bit of lawn grass
I dont think your horse will do a swan dive into a darn pool and drown itself
I dont think you are going to kill your horse with a bit of grain morning and night with all the hay it can eat
I dont think your horse will suffer one Iota if those teeth arent floated post haste He is a four year old for chrissake
I dont think he will be a cripple forever if you dont get those feet trimmed this weekend
I dont think your horse needs therapy as a result of being a "only horse"

(I rather agree with this guy)
I know you are an intelligent man and don't need my advice. When I got my first horse it was a rescue from a neglectful situation also. I read a ton of books and had friends around me to give me (sometimes bad) advice. I did an extremely admirable job getting that horse up to condition and even trained him to ride by reading books. (really!) Since your guy is young, assume he hasn't had much/any training and don't have your wife ride him untill someone like a good trainer has been up on his back first. Mine was 17hh and barely broke.
Enjoy him! He sounds sweet. And rescue horses always appreciate you!!!