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Post by Francis Burton on Jan 1, 2008 13:03:39 GMT 1
Slightly offtopic, but prompted by something Pip wrote...
I've heard/read the phrase "left to rot" before a few times. Thinking about it now, I'm not really sure I know exactly what it means. Does it imply that the horse isn't receiving proper care, or simply that it isn't being used? Presumably horses can be happy just grazing all day with their mates, and as long as they are healthy it wouldn't be correct to describe them as "rotting"?
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Post by suewhitmore on Jan 1, 2008 13:25:10 GMT 1
I think sometimes the problem is that being turned away is inadequate for a TB. Many will need extra feed and rugging, which a native pony will not. There are of course many TBs that live out perfectly well all year round, unrugged, but these usually belong to experienced owners who make daily judgements on their condition and nutritional requirements. So I think "left to rot" means turned away with inadequate care for the type of horse. The same is true for many elderly horses, for whom a field 24/7 is not the best option.
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Post by Francis Burton on Jan 1, 2008 13:29:46 GMT 1
Thank you, Sue!
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Post by maggiesmum on Jan 1, 2008 15:14:46 GMT 1
air 78 - I agree completely that my dislikes are relevant to other parts of the horse industry, I have 'issues' with 3yo dressage classes and some of the young event horse classes. Why is everyone in such a rush with youngsters these days?
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Post by suewhitmore on Jan 1, 2008 19:47:14 GMT 1
Why is everyone in such a rush with youngsters these days? Money. It cost at least £1000 a year to grow a youngster. Competition horses are commodities not pets or companions, people want a return on their investment as soon as possible.
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Post by gem on Jan 1, 2008 20:12:16 GMT 1
the problem with any youngster im afraid is they cost just as much if not more than an adult horse!! diesel is not yet two and yet he's cost me a fortune to keep and breed - if i was in business id be looking to back him asap to make a profit - but im not fortunately so he can take his time growing up
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