But yeah, box rest is never fun and it's a rare horse who can deal with it. TBs are actually calmer with it because working TBs don't get much turn out: they're kept in the stable to save their energy for high performance work/racing, etc. Considering Solly's unfortunate background, he's better than probably a lot of other rescue horses would be. You are very brave for taking him on. *I* wouldn't be brave enough to take on a rescue horse that might have suffered cruelty. Boo has been challenging enough and she came from a very loving home.
Anyway I hope he heals fast and you can take some more riding lessons soon. Solly can reward you for all your tlc and be your Noble Steed again. :)
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Date: 2008-11-22 10:50 pm (UTC)But yeah, box rest is never fun and it's a rare horse who can deal with it. TBs are actually calmer with it because working TBs don't get much turn out: they're kept in the stable to save their energy for high performance work/racing, etc. Considering Solly's unfortunate background, he's better than probably a lot of other rescue horses would be. You are very brave for taking him on. *I* wouldn't be brave enough to take on a rescue horse that might have suffered cruelty. Boo has been challenging enough and she came from a very loving home.
Anyway I hope he heals fast and you can take some more riding lessons soon. Solly can reward you for all your tlc and be your Noble Steed again. :)