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Re: [RC] Stocking up as a result of over riding - Laney Humphrey

Hi Claire,
I'd agree that the horse is being ridden beyond his physical limits. Probably only a vet exam with xrays or ultrasound could pinpoint his problem. It might be the shape of his feet & the way he is shod or it might be sidebone or ringbone or something else. I'm not a vet so I wouldn't pretend to make a diagnosis. You are in a difficult position because you see that the horse is uncomfortable but there isn't much you can do about it since the owner doesn't see it.
I worked at a boarding stable for many years and just hated seeing horses being misused because I couldn't help them. Hopefully, this horse will become unrideable quickly and then the owner will be forced to acknowledge the problems and, hopefully, do something about it!
Good luck! Give the horse lots of pats and tell him that you know he is uncomfortable.
Laney


Claire Nystrom wrote:
There is a woman who boards her horse where I work who is on vacation
this week, so is riding her horse every day for 3-4 hours. These are
not light rides as he comes back very sweaty and exhausted. It will
be 10 days in a row as of tomorrow. She usually rides like this every
Saturday and Sunday and the horse is exercised for her for about an
hour on the trail or in the ring twice during the week. Her horses
legs stock up after these rides on the weekend. However, now that
she's been riding every day, the horses legs stock up within 20
minutes of being put in his stall and even have slight puffiness when
she comes back from the ride. He is not always the sweetest horse,
but has been trying to kick me when I groom him. I can tell that he's
feeling a bit grumpy and miserable. His saddle fits him and is back
is not sore. Additionally, he is shod on all 4 feet with pads up
front. His heels are too high and contracted. I am also worried that
the improper hoof shape is putting a lot of undue stress on his legs. My boss has mentioned to her that she needs to give the horse a day
off and she just says, "oh, he's fine, he can take it." He's about 9.
I am definitely concerned that he's being overridden right now. I
just wanted to post here so I could get some input from endurance
riders who would have more knowledge than I on this subject. My mare
and I are working towards doing a ride one day, and I read Ridecamp
religiously so I can learn more. Thank you.


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[RC] Stocking up as a result of over riding, Claire Nystrom