tennesee walker

[herbie99]

I found a 10 year old mare that was a show horse. she had a R F foot injury 4 years ago that was the result (as I was Told) of her hiting her foot down too hard during a show. she hasent limped for more than 2 1/2 years and rides fine. after 2-3 hours of riding she still is ok. I want to buy her as she is a very nice horse and am wondering of the possibilities of her becoming lame.
I feel she was mistreated by her previous owners that caused the foot injury. she has had two foals ok. any help would be appericated. thanks Herb

[Mike Bailey]

I would consult with a vet for prepurches exam depending on the price,and consider the intended use for this mare.
Mike

[calshoer]

Ditto on the pre purchase veterinry exam. In the long run it is well worth a few hundrd dollars to have a veterinrian examine her,and if he frels necessary, get some Xrays of the foot and/or ankle that was injured. Patty

[Jeanette James, CESMT]

Make sure you get an equine vet to do this. I ditto the above. If you don't have a good equine vet, ask around and see who's using who.

Jeanette