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Discussion on Help with Thoroughbred Mare
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Member:
Hedgehog
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Posted on Wednesday, Mar 30, 2005 - 11:27 am:
Alisa and Dr. O
Isn't it the responsibility of a good boarding stable to look after the welfare of their wards? If I was looking to board at this stable, and saw this mare, I would think twice. I too have a "hard keeper" and the stable where she is boarded is absolutely wonderful about making sure she is at her best (also 250.00/month). Just a thought.
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DrO
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Posted on Wednesday, Mar 30, 2005 - 5:44 pm:
Yes and it appears there is some question about that care, I think that is why Alisa wanted to bring the horse home.
DrO
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Member:
Marroon
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Posted on Wednesday, Mar 30, 2005 - 6:03 pm:
Alisa, maybe you could put a plan together for your dad stating feeding times, what would be fed and what you would be committed to doing. Put it in writing so he understands you are serious about your concerns for your horse. Also include the $ amounts and the differences bringing his attention to the fact that it is a win-win situation for everyone.
I would say, him not knowing the specifics is maybe what is holding him up on it. This way you take all of his guess work out of the picture and if he is not satisfied with your plan attach the vetrinarians card to your plan so he can also check with the vet. He may feel intimidated asking you.
It's just a thought, but being a parent myself sometimes it's hard to realize that you raised a responsible young adult as you sound to be. Good luck, whatever you decide to do!
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Liliana
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Posted on Wednesday, Mar 30, 2005 - 6:40 pm:
Alisa,
I know this may sound  but is she wormed regularly?
One of my horses is about 15 and you can set your calendar by his weight and worming time. He is 16hh and has plenty grass and grain with little work but if he does not get wormed once a month he starts DrOpping the weight immediately.
Also CJ has a very good point, you need to convince your dad (and yourself) that you will take care of your mare. When my daughter was 17 although she loved her mare also a TB but black, some times her friends and homework meant that I had to clean her stable, brush etc. etc. Then again I love horses so I did not mind it one bit, but, perhaps that is your dad's concern, him not being horsy and all
Please do not think I am being patronising, I just remember when my daughter was 17. She is 23 now and she runs the yard with her 6 horses, 36 lamb 50 ducks and 30 rosters and hens.
All the best
Liliana
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