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I absolutely agree!

Soulless neighbors. Have had the same over trees and their leaves. They are EPA challenged. Hair dryer on high heat will un-ice doors and locks or a bit of deicer.

The horse industry needs way more transparency for sure!

Emporio is only 7 now and work very hard in dressage. I think in spain, it was too early to train him

That is true...from reading equine literature from the 1600s and 1700s it sounds like these horses were typically about 14.2-15hh. Probably an ideal size when overall soundness and longevity is concerned. And point well taken on asking too much when their bones and joints are still developing...just because they are capable of performing certain movements, or are willing to perform them, does not mean they should.

Thank you for posting this info. I always thought he looked a little top-heavy/big, but I've never owned a horse and have never ridden a stallion, so I wasn't sure what it was, but something looked 'off' to me. So I love knowing the history of the breed and especially their specific body development and needs while training. Very interesting to me! Not sure what happened with Matt's stallion in the past, but as human beings, we have a tendency to think that faster is better and bigger is stronger, which is, of course, not always true. But he couldn't be in better hands than Matt's! He will exercise him correctly and take care of him according to plan; he's a fantastic, caring owner!♡

I saw a training post with Matt where they were using pressure in the stirrups to regulate a more collected elevated trot. The way the saddle is designed..that pressure along the back from this riding technique could certainly cause pain along the horses mid to lower back, affecting both the hind & front end. You are so right that these horses have a natural movement that is so impressive, & a temperament that gives & gives until it can't give anymore. Its wonderful he is seeking help & hopefully learning that slow & steady training is best🦄

tbh starting any horse at 3 is very early considering how their boney develope until 6 years of age, but many people are impatient because the horse's cost a lot of money and they want to get that back through competing or riding time. It's even worse in the racing industry where they start them at 2.

I have a heavy set Quarter horse colt, he is 3 years old and still growing, no reason to rush. Some are already in full work and training at his age, it's just too young.

Still colts or fillies till 4 yrs old! I really pitty the racing thourghobreds. So young n worked so hard!

I agree that horses are started too young and worked too hard at a young age now. It is sad because many of them are used up by the time they hit 10 years old. That's not how it should be. and it is in just about every horse discipline out there.

Great point! I grew up with my family breeding Warmbloods, and we wouldn't touch them until about 5, some even as late as 6. Sometimes maybe 4 years old, but a very light start usually just to have them backed for sales prospects. But yeah, my family wanted to ensure that the horse has time to fully grow and fill out. Of course we would still do handling and ground work, some long line. But starting in riding was left as long as possible. Warmbloods also mature slow.

My youngster is 5 and I’m only just starting to back him, I want him to last , going around in circles and jumping at a young age is not good for their legs.

Horses are prey animals. Prey animals are hard-wired to not show vulnerability lest it be the death of them.

Yes. What about holding the horses face too close to his chest during dressage. I tried that and noticed tension and pain going down my spine.

Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful horse! You are a precious young man and I love seeing you have a good life with him! Ruth from Austin, Texas, USA.

Yes I certainly agree with Jeannine! You are amazing Matt and it is so beautiful to watch you love, and take such care with your horses!! #peggyfromtexas

Yes ,there is advanced help for horses because they are so valuable,,,wish i could have this level of care for my hips and back🤣🤣

SI join in the worst. And no Doctor can do anything really, apparently.

Reason Dora, hello! You used the term "wide behind" regarding Emporio's hind leg stance and said it's "a classic PRE trait." Can you explain the actual cause for this common trait and how/if it can be avoided in future? I can never get enough horse education!

Is it because of the training PRE horses get ? I think of the short moovements. Also PRE's may need less warm up than other horses. Is it his first winter in Holland ? Just thinking of possibilities. He can get used to stretch and relax sore spots from training himself. He can do that. P.S. did not follow the medical explanation, nor other comments. E. sure is a good horse, I wish him well.

Y'all keep sayin "Pre" is this Emporias breeding? What is he?

@@ducnrun4659 PRE is Pura Raza Española which is a breed yes!

@@rachelg5754 Spanish or something else?

agree with you

I AM SO HAPPY EMPORIA IS ON THE MEND AND HOME WITH YOU NOW💖💖

#peggyfromtexas Matt, a little history about me....as I love hearing about you and a part of your life and Jesse's too! My son and I raised Quarter horses in Cypress TX. our experience was always having fun ...riding for pleasure, my son rode in games with his gelding, which was a blast!! We spent hours in our beautiful barn where we...spent grooming and bathing our horses and talking about world problems😂🤣 MY mare, PRISSY and I would just lay out in the sunshine in the wild flowers together enjoying the beautiful day!! I would ride bareback around our pond, day dreaming...lazy days of love ....and lots of work too, as we had a total of 5 horses. It was a wonderful time in my life, and for my son too! My husband died, we sold all our horses, and our home, time to move on in my life. I am married to a wonderful man, 35 years now. Wow! 😊 We live in Huntsville Tx in the beautiful hills now, beautiful sunsets and view of the lake....retired!🤗

I find that many American veterinarians are rather behind on research and knowledge when it comes to metabolic disorders and laminitis/founder in general, as are many horse owners, too. The UK is so far advanced in treatment and management strategies. However, many American veterinarians do use the same therapies that this vet used, its just a matter as to the owners having the money to pay for some of these more advanced treatments, and to notice the symptoms to get a vet out early in the first place, the vet can't begin treating early if they don't receive an appointment request until 6 months past when the owner first noticed it happening, or perhaps just didn't even pay enough attention to their horse on an ongoing basis to know when something is wrong. I don't know how common this is in other countries, but I know for many vets in the US they work at a "large animal" clinic, so they see horses, sheep, cows, pigs, other farm animals, and their knowledge base is spread over multiple species, they have to take in new knowledge about all the species they see, not just horses. This can be totally fine for basic vet care such as vaccines, basic dentals, stitching a wound or cleaning up a wound, emergency colic that doesn't require surgery, etc.. But if you have something more complex, such as lameness, neurological symptoms, nutritional concerns, advanced diagnostics, reproductive health, more complex dentals, etc., you should be looking for an equine vet clinic specifically, and one that has a good combination of younger vets that are not too long out of school and have the most up to date knowledge and research fresh in their minds, and older experienced vets that have been in the profession long enough to have lots of first hand knowledge that is sometimes more relevant or practical than book smarts alone, a clinic in which the vets will consult with their colleagues on a matter and get more viewpoints for the best treatment plan, vets that have a genuine drive to continue taking in knowledge and a humble attitude to keep learning, not just to do the very basics to keep their license valid, and vets that are willing to refer to another clinic or specialist for the best care instead of being concerned with their pride and wanting to know-it-all.

cute

It's nice the vet didn't want to treat with steroids. I'd be interested to know what injections Emporio was given.

Same, and I was cringing too! So painful.