Founder

["Anne Kusmich" <akusmich@hotmail.com>]

Hi everyone!

I am taking a friend to look at a horse today that apparently foundered 
last year.

The horse is l0 years old, and always perfectly healthy.  Last year he 
apparently pigged out on lush green pastures (too much, too quick) and 
foundered.  The owner is also a breeder/trainer and caught it 
immediately and he had the best vet care, and it was take care of 
quickly.  No bone rotation. She has been right up front about the 
founder and says he has not had problems since.

Reason for selling ... too many new babies ... not enough time to ride 
her own horse.  Too much time training ... not enough attention to him.  
Wants a good home.

So, my question is, can an otherwise healthy horse founder once and turn 
out okay.  What do we look for, besides having a vet check if she is 
really interested in him.  Does it mean he will founder easily again 
since he already did it once ....?

Your input would be greatly appreciated!  Thanks.

Annie K

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