TILLY – COMPANION
Breed: Hanoverian
Colour: Dark Bay
Gender: Mare
Height: 15.1hh
Date of Birth: 30 April 2001
Medical Conditions: Kissing Spine
Foster Donation: £100
Story: Tilly came into our care in October 2024 when her most recent owner was unable to continue with her care. This veteran mare had competed in her younger days but had now started displaying pain related behavioural issues under saddle. Having taken her on in less-than-ideal circumstances, her owner didn’t want her to end up in the wrong hands and asked us if we could help.
Personality: A sweet but anxious mare. Has become firmly attached to another horse within our herd but this may be due to anxiety levels from being part of such a large herd.
Experience: We know this lady was previously ridden and competed and has been a broodmare at some point. Recent attempts by her previous owner to get her going under saddle have led to pain related behaviours which has since been diagnosed as kissing spines. Although she has received an injection to ease her discomfort, she is advertised as a companion only.
Type of home: Tilly is seeking a home as a companion for another retired horse or pony. She has been there, done that, got the T-shirt and would just like to see out her days relaxed and happy.
***If you would like to find out more or think you could give this old girl the home she deserves then we ask that you complete a foster application form in the first instance. More information on fostering a pony from us can be found along with a downloadable copy of the foster application at the following link:
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