Another LD vet check question

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Annette Jacobs wildpony@san.rr.com
Hello-
Last year I was in a 25 mile LD & when I got to the vet check I 
knew my horse was already down.  (I had gotten off & walked him
in).  I was planning on spending lots of time at the mid-check,
letting my 1st ride - 4 year old stay relaxed.  

The VERY NICE helpers took his PR & urged me to go to the Vet
ASAP. I tried to explain that I was not in a hurry, but they 
really seemed to think I should get to it.

Question: If you are planning on a 5 hour 25 mile ride, is there
any reason to rush into the midway vetting?  I still have not 
figured out what was so urgent. Am I missing something?  Maybe
the helpers were more eager then I.  They really wanted to help
any way they could.

Thanks
Annette