Drugged horse?

[blueeyedangel]

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[MoochCat]

Just "drop" by with out telling them and ask to see horse again.
sounds like a nice horse..but what is "w/t/c"
Go back for another visit..and bring a carrot too.

I get a buzz on cat nip..what do horses do?

[Cowgirl]

Originally Posted by blueeyedangel

Hey Everyone..

My parents and I are looking for a first horse for me, and we found the PERFECT horse (And we've been searching for about 3 months for the "perfect" horse). Absolutely amazing 5 year old QH he's dead broke and completely bombproof however he needs the miles (He's still really young.)
I hopped on him w/t/c, and did some other things and he just stood there like a gentleman. I even hopped on him after we took the saddle off, and he walked and trotted around in just a halter and a lead rope.The people who own him showed me 3 other horses, and they were also very very nice, but they didn't have that little sparkle that our guy had.

However, because I'm a first time buyer, I don't want to be stepped all over. The people selling the horse are very respectable people and have a gorgeous facility, and seem trustworthy enough. So, how do you know if a horse is drugged without getting a vet out, etc? Are there noticeable signs? I'd like to think that it was just his nature to be that way, but you never know.

Any help is appreciated and thanks a lot!! :)

I would definitely have an experience horse buyer there (someone you know trust, not someone the seller recommends), or get a vet out to do a vet check. It's worth the money for a vet to do a soundness exam if you don't feel comfortable doing it. Maybe you could also show up unannounced to look at him again.

[Cowgirl]

Originally Posted by MoochCat

Just "drop" by with out telling them and ask to see horse again.
sounds like a nice horse..but what is "w/t/c"
Go back for another visit..and bring a carrot too.

I get a buzz on cat nip..what do horses do?

walk/trot/canter

Originally Posted by blueeyedangel

Hey Everyone..

My parents and I are looking for a first horse for me, and we found the PERFECT horse (And we've been searching for about 3 months for the "perfect" horse). Absolutely amazing 5 year old QH he's dead broke and completely bombproof however he needs the miles (He's still really young.)
I hopped on him w/t/c, and did some other things and he just stood there like a gentleman. I even hopped on him after we took the saddle off, and he walked and trotted around in just a halter and a lead rope.The people who own him showed me 3 other horses, and they were also very very nice, but they didn't have that little sparkle that our guy had.

However, because I'm a first time buyer, I don't want to be stepped all over. The people selling the horse are very respectable people and have a gorgeous facility, and seem trustworthy enough. So, how do you know if a horse is drugged without getting a vet out, etc? Are there noticeable signs? I'd like to think that it was just his nature to be that way, but you never know.

Any help is appreciated and thanks a lot!! :)

NO HORSE completely bombproof, especially one who is 5!!
Do a trial period, and ride with a good instructor. Maybe you could take someone more experienced or your trainer with you to see him. As a first time buyer, you need to have him vetted. Just because someone has a nice facility doesn't mean they will be honest with you. Have him checked out, ride him a couple more times, and show up once or twice unannounced to observe him. If they are reputable people, they will understand your concerns. Ask tons of questions, and ride him outside of the arena. Most horses do behave themselves in the ring. Find out what he does when things don't go his way. Does he suit your type of riding? Are you keeping him at home or boarding?
It is sooo exciting getting your first horse, and I wish you lots of luck!!

[MoochCat]

Originally Posted by Cowgirl

walk/trot/canter

Oh..OK...walt/trot/canter!!
Cool!
What do I know.. I'm a cat.. e/s/p/p
eat...sleep...purr...poop..

[Pete]

Was there a bunch of empty Dorito bags in the barn?

[Cowgirl]

Originally Posted by Pete

Was there a bunch of empty Dorito bags in the barn?

What does that have to do with the price of tea in China?

I would never buy a horse without a vet check. Some people would, but to me, it is worth the money. How come you have to use a certain vet? Although his records may be clean, they might not cover conformation problems unless the original owners had an issue and the previous vet wrote it down. Best to be safe than sorry....If he is really the best horse for you, then pay the money.

Good luck! Post some pics if you get him.