Re-breaking/schooling

[Soozy]

I'm going to see a horse that hasn't been ridden for 2 years (circumstance related, not injury related). He's great on the ground, farrier, grooming, and travels fine. Only someone tried to ride him recently and she was promptly bucked off. Owner says she thinks he just needs some schooling and reminding of his manners. He's everything I'm looking for in my first horse, oh god I've not even seen him yet

Question 1: is, how much should I expect to pay to have a professional come in and sort him out, how long would it take (how long is a piece of string i hear you say )

Question 2: Anyone recommend anyone in the Edinburgh area?

Thanks all!

Soozy
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[Sexy Sietske]

Sounds like a bad back and/or asking too much too soon.

Full MOT first then back to basics starting with groundwork and gradually reintroducing a rider. I would expect it to take about 2-3 months to get a decent walk trot canter if being worked on regularly.

[Soozy]

Yes, bad back was the first thing I thought of but owner said his back had been checked. Then I wondered if the saddle didn't fit as well as before if his shape had changed with being off work for so long. A lot of "ifs" so will just have to see him first.

Definately have to get someone else to work on him as I don't have the experience.

Soozy
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[Valaraki]

I agree, get a full MOT done on him first, back, teeth, saddle, bridle etc etc.

Are you buying or loaning him?

If buying get a vetting done on him and ask the opinion of the vet. mention the bucking and see what he says.

I would do that above before asking anyone to sit on him. Then if everything is alright, then get someone to sit on him as it may be that he has had so long off he doesnt want ridden.

Good Luck

[Soozy]

Well, I've changed my mind about him, I think he may not be OK as a first horse, I don't really want to have any problems. If i can't be sure what his problem is I don't want to buy him and then lose my confidence. Going to see another horse tomorrow who sounds a perfect gent LOL Thanks anyway guys for the advice

Soozy
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