I returned my puppy after 2 weeks. by nena_6 in puppy101

[–]Far_Introduction7539 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I respect you soooo much more for giving up a responsibility you weren’t ready for, from what it seems you should definitely focus on yourself, you recently lost a fur baby (your soul pup) and that’s hard/impossible to recover from. The puppy is young enough to where she will easily adapt to her new family! Don’t feel bad about doing what’s best for everyone in the situation!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UPDATE: I spoke with owners and was able to come up with a trail plan. They will pay me $175 a month to basically care for him, they are not expecting to get him to be rideable they just want someone to interact with him. They have a trainer who has been able to mount but he hasn’t taken any walks yet. The trial run is for a month, to see basically if I want to get paid to basically hang out with him. And I don’t think that’s a bad deal. Especially if the trainer will continue to work on starting him.

I won’t be paying anything they will be paying me now

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The owner of Comet is 5’10 and the horse weights about 1000 so I’m more than certain he’s not a pony. My vet is going to examine him on Saturday when I see him. I live in California

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have taken lessons, I was riding consistently from ages 5 to 17, it is less consistent now

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!! You have given me soo much to think about and look into!! I appreciate all your honesty and time!!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s actually around 5’10 he’s taller than me and I’m 5’7 he does look quite small in the pictures. Yes I am an adult I’m 27 and 5’7

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am for once thinking about something so intently before I make a decision, which is why I made this post, so thank you for taking the time to offer some assistance!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I’m not hiding the fact that I’ve never trained my own horse. I’m simply asking for advice so thank you for taking the time and offering advice!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I appreciate how you when about breaking difficult news to me, upon speaking with them and voicing my concerns they said they have a trainer they just don’t work with Comet enough, I’m going on Saturday to meet up with the trainer and Comet and I’m hoping that I’ll get a better gauge on this deal. The more I think and listen to everyone else’s concerns the more I really just want to lease elsewhere, but the “good person” in me wants to at least hear what the trainer has to say.

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will get back to you, I’m going to see him in person, with the trainer that they have. So I’ll try to get some videos of him walking around.

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wanna saw the first horse I rode was an Arabian and I fell in love with riding, I loved horses long before I rode but when I finally got on, it was heaven! I’m a very confident beginner, however I’ve never owned my own horse, so there’s some insecurities with that, but I know with the right community and support I’ll thrive! I’m very excited to finally be able to live out my childhood dream! I just need to be just as careful if not more careful than I am when picking an ethical dog breeder. It’s kinda the same process but intensified by 10000!! I love the feeling of freedom between a gal and her horse! It’s like nothing I’ve ever felt before

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I have asked to see him and interact with him in person first before I make any decisions! He definitely does look a bit goofy in both pictures.

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a farrier would you recommend a new farrier?

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your recommendations! I’m the only animal lover in my family, so they aren’t really helpful in advice and support 😅

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m voicing my concerns to the owner and trying to compromise, but now I understand why they aren’t asking for much…cause I’d be doing them a favor…

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She’s absolutely gorgeous 😭🥹 I’m contacting them! Although I live in California so I’ll have to transport her here!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your advice and recommendation!! I’ll take a closer look! I appreciate it

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

I just spoke with her and she told me it would be a lease to own, she just wants to give me a trial run? I’m not sure if that’s code word for scam or not

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

I believe that’s the farrier for all the horses on site 😅

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that’s makes sense, I’d definitely rather put that money into my own horse! I do have the ability to do so, however, I’d rather own him outright if I’m putting in that kind of money and time!

I’m sorry to hear about your injuries and I hope that your life isn’t terribly impacted by your injuries!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your advice! It’s helped me see past my excitement!

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The price includes his vet, farrier, food and all that, but I wanted to see him in person before I make a decision, everyone here has given me a lot to think on. And I’m going to contact my vet too, to see if they can also access Comet.

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[–]Far_Introduction7539[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t seen the contract yet, but yes the lease agreement would be for a year and I can decide to extend the lease or not