I have to say I'm on the fence on this issue. And I fully admit that it is because I feel that I can't make a 100% educated decision on it. While I would never use this method on my horses, I can't say that it is always a cruel practice. I have listened to the logic on both sides of the argument, and I think that without having seen it done by a professional top rider and seen the results first hand, then I cannot seriously say that I understand this training method. As with ANY form

I hate bad habits! They always creep back up when you least expect them. Unfortunately, these kinds of things just take discipline to overcome. Maybe a sign on her ears would help!... if it didn't totally flip her out. The only thing I can think of is to see if you can find like some hackey saks or those tension balls to hold on to while you ride to make it more obvious when you're tensing up. Other than that, you'll just have to breathe through it and be hyper aware of your hands for

Awwwww!! So cute!

So cool! I'm definitely jealous. :) Topper is adorable.

Equine.com has some good samples to look at. Here is one for an installment sale: http://www.equine.com/help/docs/SellerFormInstallmentSale-WithPossessionDate.pdf

I really hope you can get this resolved. It would be nice to think she wouldn't be so mean-spirited as to make you hire a lawyer.

I found Hallmark Equine Insurance to be quite reasonable in their pricing. I've also been impressed with their customer service so far. However, I have yet to file a claim with them, so I have no input there. My barn owner uses them, too, and has had no complaints.

Hilarious topic! Years ago, Arizen spooked at a dot of light on the floor. Took it as a 3ft jump! She also is very particular about poop. She doesn't spook at it, but she's very tidy and doesn't like to step in it... unless its her own, of course!

haha!

I'm confused.... If we're talking about a sale, and your mother-in-law has given you money for the horse (which you accepted) and is taking care of the upkeep on the horse, then he is her horse.. not yours. A written/signed bill-of-sale is not necessary for this transaction to be legal. But I'm confused on the intent of the transaction. Was this meant to be a lease? a loan? a sale? Each situation may have different legal implications and your best bet is to contact a lawyer if you can't