Well it wasn't as bad as I expected. Nothing permanent, everything can heal in time. Terrible of course, but I was expecting the end of Jams career. Sending all the best for quick recovery for both Jam and Winnie ❤
Whilst it's an absolute nightmare there is a silver lining. You can now really get to grips with your very different, very spectacular Dark brown mare. That little mare is class and requires you to really get to grips with her. She can teach you so much and will take you so far, so in having this break from your two ponies you can focus on the Horse.
It’s always a gutting experience feeling that something’s wrong with your horse and having it confirmed - I bought a lovely wee thoroughbred in March this year with the disclaimer that she could have a bit of a buck and was lazy to ride in the arena, but she was foot perfect in every other aspect. We had an absolutely horrific ride at pony club last month where she was fizzy, stiff, and wouldn’t settle into her work, and it immediately set off alarm bells in my head that this wasn’t just her personality or being overexcited. Unfortunately we’ve now got it confirmed that she has kissing spines and isn’t a ridden prospect anymore 🥲 A horse BEING a pain, more often than not, is actually IN pain. Good on you for listening to your girl, your bond will be stronger than ever for it ❤
I’m so glad you are in tune with your horses. Many riders put their own desires first and don’t hear what their horses are trying to tell. It is sign of true horsemen/person that they actually hear what their horse is saying over the persons wants or goals. I went to college for degree in equine field. We were using fair grounds temporarily. We had taken 10 horses to be lunged in their indoor arena (it was a Saturday we had no classes but since we had horses at fair grounds that was the horses only avenue for exercise). It was middle of the winter we had lots of snow and very cold. The horses did not want to go into the arena when we got them in they were all acting up. This was not usual for theses horses. I told my fellow students that something was wrong. the way our horses were acting was not because they had to much energy they were afraid. I said something was wrong and we needed to leave. Some students wanted to continue but I insisted that something wasn’t right and we needed to leave ( very calm horses were freaking out). I insisted that horses knew something was wrong that we needed to leave. The other students finally agreed with me. We had been in building for 15 minutes before I convinced fellow students to leave. 30 minutes later building collapsed due to metal fatigue and snow load. Nobody was hurt because the horses heard what we couldn’t and because we listened. Nobody was in arena when it collapsed. Things could have been much different had some insisted on ignoring what the horses were trying to say.
Most animals are more intuitive to what is about to happen than humans. And we all need to watch them, listen to their responses and act in theur best interests st all times. Responsible stewardship, whatever animal or bird or aquatic is involved. Sorry to hesr your double blow Megan but it gives Wilma the opportunity to come to the fore. All the best for Jam and Winnie in their recuperation. Best wishes, Jacky
So glad the news was nothing really bad and that both Jam and Winnie will be ok, but still sad. I have to admit I was welling up when Winnie had her head in your lap. 😢 It's lovely to see how much you care for your babies. 🩵💙
Wise choice, ending her eventing season. Hope the surgery goes smoothly! She's a little trooper, it's good to know she's willing to tell you when she isn't feeling her best. That's the most important thing, letting horses know it's okay to speak up and that we'll listen ❤ I hope she and Winnie get back to normal soon
Gutting news but what a lucky girl Jam is to have you to advocate for her and put her first above everything. Both girls will be back on the road before you know it ♥
Aw Meg! It’s so hard when our ponies aren’t 100% for all sorts of reasons! You’ve definitely made the right decision for you and Jam - she will be grateful that you aren’t risking anything and you’re giving her the time she wants and needs to recover and feel like herself again ❤ Bad things come in 3’s and with Vali, Winnie & Jammy I think you’ve done your 3! There will always be more badminton’s and more 1* but there’s only one Jam ❤
Oh no! What a week! Honestly I’ve had a bad week aswell with my horses ! But it happens 😢! My poor jam is in hospital right now really missing him! Hoping your jam gets better really soon! ❤ wishing both of them a fast safe and speedy recovery ❤️🩹
It's been a rough year for the horse world. We've lost riders this year and Meg, darling girl, you are wise. Your horses are off, and you're stepping back, and maybe this is someone looking out for you and your horses that has brought you to where you are now. It's rough, but you're making smart choices. On the bright side, you'll be able to share baby videos, and maybe we'll get to see some rehab/recovery videos of you and your equine health team bringing the ladies back up to speed.
Thank you so much for posting this! You are such a good role model for young girls who are struggling with horsey setbacks, and problems. You show them that not everything is about riding and at the end of the day the horses welfare comes first. 🥰🥰
Jam is a superstar and will heal beautifully, I'm sure. I'm glad you aren't rushing her. She deserves the time to heal completely. I'm glad you're looking out for her mental welfare as well as her physical welfare. Good on you!
I'm so relieved that there is something that can be done for Jammie and Kudos to you Meg for putting your horses first. It shows how much you truly love them. You have a heart of gold and you will be back at Badminton better than ever as Jammie will be pain free. I have all my fingers crossed that the surgery goes well and Jam recovers well. I absolutely love Jammie, she's an amazingly talented horse 🐎 ❤❤❤
You made a very wise and compassionate decision. Jam deserves her rest. It will free you up for other things or give you room to rest, whichever you choose. You will come back confident in whatever you decide to do.
Definitely making the right call for Jammy not rushing her back! You know her best she will tell you when she is ready. And well done for listening to your horses its lovely to see ❤
Oh Meg, you really are the most amazing person and horse owner! You have always put your horses first & done right by them. I wish more people were like you! This isn’t the end!! Sending lots of love to you & the ponies ❤ wishing Winnie and Jam a full recovery x
It’s so hard sometimes to know what the right decision to make is. There are so many things that go into it. And in the end, like you said, they don’t owe us anything. They always give us all they can. And we have to give it back to them. That’s what having horses is all about. You are such e special person Meg. Thank you 🤍
I feel for you because I have been there. Also anyone who would shame you for representing her to that jump doesn't understand how every horse is different and situations come up where you need to try again to get answers. I think it's amazing that you have the opportunity to give your horses such great care. Don't feel bad about being upset about these things; even though they are "small" to some or you have "more horses to ride" doesn't mean that you can't get upset when some of them are not well. You love all of them and it shows ❤
Best decision for darling Jammy, hope all goes well and her recovery is quick and complete! Hope sweet Winnie gets back soon as well, pulled muscles do hurt...
Aw Meg! So sorry you've had such a tough week! Prayers for Winnie and Jam having full recoveries. It's just one of those things about horses, and they are lucky to have you ❤
Its so heart breaking when you have one of your horses lame, I love Jam and I'm hoping she comes back with a fire in her belly and better than she was before, she is an amazing mare Meg, never give up on her, one day she may win a 1* or even compete 2*, you never know, we all love and support you Megan x
I’m so sorry I really hope jam and Winnie get better soon because I all ready miss seeing u ride them ❤❤❤ jam is the best horse in the WORLD hope u still have fun on bear and ur other pony’s but it will just make u realises how good she is! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ LOVE YOU
She’s lucky to have an owner like you ❤ and I totally understand the putting the foot down to write off the end of the season. I did the same for my mare after her colic surgery. She could have come back quick enough and she ended up coming back even quicker than expected but it didn’t feel right to push her to try to get there in a set time. Jammie will be back better than ever soon ❤
Am so very sorry you & Hobbit (& the ponies) are going through all this. It sounds like you are both doing your very best for your ponies, as always. They will both get better🙏 and will be up and running before too long. Your heartache is clearly visible and understandable❤ It's commendable that you are so in tune with your ponies. Sending love & hugs to all Team Elphick❤🤗 & especially to Winnie & Jam❤❤
This is really heartbreaking to hear Meg I was looking forward to see jam at the 1* but the wellbeing of your ponies is more important this was the best choice Meg ❤
so sorry to hear about winnie and jam 😭 I'm wishing them the best and fullest recovery. disappointing to miss out with them but better to listen to the ponies, and i love that you do that ❤ if you care for your horse, you put them first.
Good job spotting the problem so quickly , one of our young colts just had a bone chip ( caused by playing at being a young colt)surgically removed he had 6 weeks off training & is all good & back in early work. ❤
Really glad that you've been able to find what is the cause of both of your horses' lameness. Fingers crossed both will be on the mend and back to themselves very soon.
Such as shame that Winnie and Jam aren’t 100% but they’ll be back to normal soon I’m sure! Excited to watch you and Wilma boss the 80 champs at Bramham next year, it’s my local event so I’ll definitely be there! ❤
18:16 this is the EXACT thing that happened with me and my little gray 2* horse years ago.. he had very uncharacteristic stops on course at a jump with a drop on the back side. He passed every vet check before we traveled and on site at the event but when I got home and had the X-RAYS done, sure enough, bone chip in the joint. We opted for arthroscopic surgery to remove it and he came back 100% but it did take time and patience. Hang in there Meg! You’ll get there soon enough ❤
I had a mare who at 5yo just wasn’t quite right. She was sound, but positive to a flexion. We x rayed her fetlock and found a chip/ OCD fragment that was loose. She has fetlock arthroscopy surgery and had 4 months box rest and nearly a year of rehab and she has been sound since! The surgery showed the fragment had been so loose it had damaged all the cartilage in her joint, but we are 7 years post surgery with no problems!
Meg I’m sorry you’ve had this double blow. I know how disappointing this is for you, but am glad that both your sweet girls have treatable issues. I also applaud you for being a good horse woman and putting your horses first! I’ve actually had to retire my top mare due to a career ending torn ligament, which we also think she injured out in her pasture. That blow hit me hard, but I take comfort from the fact that she gave me her best years, and that she’s still comfortable enough to retire. Especially since my vet said most horses with that kind of injury have to be euthanized. So I’m grateful I still have my once in a lifetime girl. Wishing your girls speedy recoveries! Much love from the U.S. ❤
Meg, my horse got a similar keyhole procedure (2 days ago already a year ago!) and he has quickly improved in competing! Completely different and way nicer horse. I wish you all the best because it is very scary! But I also trust everything will be fine
There is always another year! You and jam are amazing team and hopefully after she's had an op and recovered you can both have an easy winter and be ready to hopefully go next year ❤❤❤
Chin up Meg, you made the right call and put your ponies first. They will bounce back better and you’ll be confident knowing you did everything you could to protect them. Hugs xxx
Poor Jammie and Winnie been through the wars but time is a great healer and they will both come back stronger and be ready for new adventures next season. Sending love and hugs 🥰🤗
I’m so sorry Megan that’s such a lot of worry but good that you’ve worked out what’s wrong and have treatment plans. Eye on the long term (I tell myself this two weeks post op from a total knee replacement!).
Oh no that is really upsetting and I hope they feel better soon!! This is what happens with horses like you said Meg “they are prone” to injury. This is what we sign up for when we get horses it is a risk we take! My beautiful Welsh went lame and it was upsetting news but Meg I want you to read this and stay hopeful they get better soon!! Your doing really well and we all love you three so much. Everyone is keeping there fingers crossed for you ❤
Meg, you truly are one of the BEST examples of an owner putting the care and overall welfare of the horse(s) over your own wishes, goals, and dreams for said horse(s). Wishing NOTHING but healing and the best recovery for Jam and Winnie. 🤍🤎
You are so choosing the right path for both horses, but especially Jam. She is such a Brave Horse that when she says no, there is a reason for it for sure. And you found it really quickly. I wonder if the side bone, which is a stress response-excess bone being laid down to strengthen the main bone due to weight-loading pressures- might’ve started back when she originally got the tendon injury on the other leg. I wouldn’t be surprised at all. I have knee and ankle issues from injuries, and when I limp too much on one side, even slightly, I pay for it on the other leg later.
Ah, Meg! I'm so sorry. Thank you for letting us know b/c it's been preying on me re: Jam. Of course you made the only right decision to just ditch the season and give her every chance. And I'm sure Winnie will be fine--youngsters are so good at screwing themselves up, aren't they? Anyway, hang in there. You're doing everything you can do, and they know that and appreciate it. {{{HUGS}}}
Oh Meg what a crappy time u have had recently,but at the end of the day they will recover and become 100% again which is totally the main thing,it's just such a kick in the guts for you. Gutted for you for grassroots though❤ keep your chin up.x😊
I had the same thing with my pony, a summer show with harder ground and we couldn’t get over a fence, diagnosed with side bone, heart bar shoes on and a lot of rehab and we are performing better than ever now!
i was afraid to say anything and to ask. people get upset and hurt over the smallest of things and i didnt want to pester,so this is a relief to hear that Jam is in good hands and will be receiving quality treatment. She is my favorite one to watch Eventing and showing. Prayers are with you all that the procedures and recoveries go well and protection for you and your family that you remain in good health always.
Yes, I did wonder but it's such good news that it doesn't look like anything permanent. ❤ Hugs to you all and here's to taking time for your own bit of break if possible. So much hopefulness for better days ahead! We all need box rest from time to time. ❤❤
sorry to hear this about your girls, but you are doing the right thing for Jam! you will have next year! Just think of all the work you can now do with Wilma.
I am so happy it is not something serious. I mean it is not great news, but i was expecting so much worse. I love and appreciate that your horses being happy and sound are foremost on your mind. I loved watching you accept her refusal and say wow something is really wrong. That only comes with knowing your horses well. meg you are a horse woman in the truest sense of the words. As always much love to all the Pony's and especially to Jam.
Oh Meg! I noticed you’d changed from Winnie to Wilma at Solihull and wondered why. We still had Winnie on the running order. Fingers crossed she’s fighting fit again soon. But poor Jammie 😢 I feel so sad for you that she’s not going to qualify for Badders, but you’ve shown that the horse always comes first. I hope she’s feeling better soon xx
So much love to you Meg such a brilliant horse Mum. Do hope that Jam and Winnie make a full recovery soon. So glad that you are in tune with them therefore giving both the best chance of getting back on track. 😍
You then Tina? Not the year, it’s so sad to see you not eventing this season, but I can tell how much you care for your horses, hope it gets better for you meg, love you lots, sending hugs to the ponies x
Thank you for sharing all that you share! It’s always tough when our four legged partners aren’t feeling 100% but then to allow us in on the story, (which is continued great learning for all of us as well) well, that is so greatly appreciated!
Whew, I clicked on this so quickly when I saw the title!!! It's not permanent, and a 'boring vlog' shows what the reality is like for you amazing ladies! It's frustrating as hell but you gotta surf the wave and hang in there - we're all here rooting for you! And yes, you can go camp at Badders, get slightly buzzed without having to worry about waking up early in the morning to get ready to compete - maybe work on your quarter-markings?? LOL.
What a wonderful baby who knew to tell you that she couldn't go...and so amazing that you listened to her! I totally agree that re-presenting was a good idea to be sure! Good girl 😊
Im just so happy that Jammy said "i don't wanna do this" and you listened. That might make her want to tell you when she's feeling unwell more, because she knows you will listen to her
I totally sympathize with the disappointment but I am so glad your ponies have a good prognosis and a solid plan moving forward. Love and best wishes to you and the herd.
Oh I have had weeks like what you had, they are rough! I love how much you consider your horses, Winnie will recuperate and hopefully there is no issue with her hip. Love the plan you have for Jammy, it’s not just about the physical but the mental as well. With surgery and time, she will be raring to go when Spring comes ❤ And don’t ever let a comment make you question the decisions you make with your horses, I would have done the same thing! Good on ya Meg ❤️🩹
So weird Meg I am having exactly the same issue as Winnie with my horse. Did something muscular in the field, super sudden change in his behaviour and refusing to work at all, (he’s dramatic lol) even down to the remedial shoeing as well! We are back riding slowly so fingers crossed for you ❤
I have had a similar experience, where my horse suddenly started kicking out which is really unusual for her. It has taken us 2+ months to try and find the cause. It is a real shame about jammy and badminton, I am gutted for you, but you have done the complete right thing to not rush her recovery, this is the reality of owning horses. I wish Jammy and Winnie the best recovery ❤️🩹
Thank you for the update. Wishing Winnie and Jam both a full and speedy recovery. How is sidebone treated? Hyaluronic acid injections and rest? So glad you are having the chip surgically removed. Hope her recovery goes smoothly. Would love to hear her vet talk about her surgery and recovery /treatment plan. Take your time and bring her back slowly at her pace. Looking forward to seeing her next year and seeing Bear at a dressage show. Who will you bring to London- Wilma?
I was waiting for the update for Jam, bless her. She is a diamond and you always put the horse first. Winnie woo such a silly billy hope she is fit and sound soon. xx
What a blow for you Meg but thank goodness you know Jammy so well. It’s just a blip and she will be back making more of your dreams come true! Horses wellbeing first always.
Bless you. Horse owning is such a roller coaster, and you are doing your absolute best for yours. I totally feel your pain right now.... if only they could talk :(
Heart palpitations when I seen this posted, thank actual god Jam is going to be ok I was so sick to my stomach waiting for an update😭❤️ you’re an amazing horsey mum Meg! always doing the best for them☹️❤️ knew Win was missing!! Hope she’s ok too☹️🎀 they will be cause they have you. Bless you. Why do we do this😒😂xx
I don’t want to downplay what happened to Jam but you honestly got lucky. My gelding went the tiniest bit lame on one foot just like you said jam did - only sometimes noticeable and only on the lunge. We live pretty rural so there isn’t a readily available X-ray near us, so we weren’t able to X-ray him for a few months. In the meantime we tried everything else we could think of but absolutely nothing helped and we couldn’t figure out what was wrong at all. When we finally could make it to the vet 3 hours away with the X-ray, he scanned him and immediately found the problem. He’d fractured one side of his pedal bone on one of his front feet (I don’t remember which one it was now). Solution ended up being a specialised shoe to protect the bone while it healed and basically a year of doing nothing (not box rest because movement was important to keep blood flow but just complete turnout for a year). Thankfully it did heal ok and he eventually went back into work again but it was such a roller coaster of a journey.
Oh Meg, bless you. What a shitty week. I am so disappointed for you BUT admire you so much. You always put you horses first and their health is your top priority. Jammy will be right again in time and so will Winnie (her head in your lap was the sweetest). This just means you can go to Badders and enjoy supporting Em! So much love to you all xxxx p.s can we please have an Ari, Moose, Brego update sometime? ❤
I agree with the way you are feeling Meg, you know your babies better than anyone else. I wish all the girls a speedy recovery. Thinking of you all xxx
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Well it wasn't as bad as I expected. Nothing permanent, everything can heal in time. Terrible of course, but I was expecting the end of Jams career. Sending all the best for quick recovery for both Jam and Winnie ❤
Whilst it's an absolute nightmare there is a silver lining. You can now really get to grips with your very different, very spectacular Dark brown mare. That little mare is class and requires you to really get to grips with her. She can teach you so much and will take you so far, so in having this break from your two ponies you can focus on the Horse.
It’s always a gutting experience feeling that something’s wrong with your horse and having it confirmed - I bought a lovely wee thoroughbred in March this year with the disclaimer that she could have a bit of a buck and was lazy to ride in the arena, but she was foot perfect in every other aspect. We had an absolutely horrific ride at pony club last month where she was fizzy, stiff, and wouldn’t settle into her work, and it immediately set off alarm bells in my head that this wasn’t just her personality or being overexcited. Unfortunately we’ve now got it confirmed that she has kissing spines and isn’t a ridden prospect anymore 🥲
A horse BEING a pain, more often than not, is actually IN pain. Good on you for listening to your girl, your bond will be stronger than ever for it ❤
I’m so glad you are in tune with your horses. Many riders put their own desires first and don’t hear what their horses are trying to tell. It is sign of true horsemen/person that they actually hear what their horse is saying over the persons wants or goals.
I went to college for degree in equine field. We were using fair grounds temporarily. We had taken 10 horses to be lunged in their indoor arena (it was a Saturday we had no classes but since we had horses at fair grounds that was the horses only avenue for exercise).
It was middle of the winter we had lots of snow and very cold. The horses did not want to go into the arena when we got them in they were all acting up. This was not usual for theses horses. I told my fellow students that something was wrong. the way our horses were acting was not because they had to much energy they were afraid. I said something was wrong and we needed to leave. Some students wanted to continue but I insisted that something wasn’t right and we needed to leave ( very calm horses were freaking out). I insisted that horses knew something was wrong that we needed to leave. The other students finally agreed with me. We had been in building for 15 minutes before I convinced fellow students to leave.
30 minutes later building collapsed due to metal fatigue and snow load. Nobody was hurt because the horses heard what we couldn’t and because we listened. Nobody was in arena when it collapsed. Things could have been much different had some insisted on ignoring what the horses were trying to say.
Wow, that says a lot about how sensitive horses are. Riders are smart to listen to them. You were smart. Thank goodness it all turned out well.
Most animals are more intuitive to what is about to happen than humans. And we all need to watch them, listen to their responses and act in theur best interests st all times. Responsible stewardship, whatever animal or bird or aquatic is involved.
Sorry to hesr your double blow Megan but it gives Wilma the opportunity to come to the fore. All the best for Jam and Winnie in their recuperation. Best wishes, Jacky
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So glad the news was nothing really bad and that both Jam and Winnie will be ok, but still sad. I have to admit I was welling up when Winnie had her head in your lap. 😢
It's lovely to see how much you care for your babies. 🩵💙
This is how you take care of horses! Good on you Meg. What a great example you’re setting.
I would have loved to see you and Jam in action at Wellington but 💩 happens. Pony well-being comes first.
Wise choice, ending her eventing season. Hope the surgery goes smoothly! She's a little trooper, it's good to know she's willing to tell you when she isn't feeling her best. That's the most important thing, letting horses know it's okay to speak up and that we'll listen ❤ I hope she and Winnie get back to normal soon
Gutting news but what a lucky girl Jam is to have you to advocate for her and put her first above everything. Both girls will be back on the road before you know it ♥
Aw Meg! It’s so hard when our ponies aren’t 100% for all sorts of reasons! You’ve definitely made the right decision for you and Jam - she will be grateful that you aren’t risking anything and you’re giving her the time she wants and needs to recover and feel like herself again ❤ Bad things come in 3’s and with Vali, Winnie & Jammy I think you’ve done your 3! There will always be more badminton’s and more 1* but there’s only one Jam ❤
Beautiful spoken ❤
Oh no! What a week! Honestly I’ve had a bad week aswell with my horses ! But it happens 😢! My poor jam is in hospital right now really missing him! Hoping your jam gets better really soon! ❤ wishing both of them a fast safe and speedy recovery ❤️🩹
It's been a rough year for the horse world. We've lost riders this year and Meg, darling girl, you are wise. Your horses are off, and you're stepping back, and maybe this is someone looking out for you and your horses that has brought you to where you are now. It's rough, but you're making smart choices. On the bright side, you'll be able to share baby videos, and maybe we'll get to see some rehab/recovery videos of you and your equine health team bringing the ladies back up to speed.
So sorry to hear all the news. But good on you for always thinking of the horses first. Sending healing thoughts ❤
Thank you so much for posting this!
You are such a good role model for young girls who are struggling with horsey setbacks, and problems. You show them that not everything is about riding and at the end of the day the horses welfare comes first.
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This video is why I love Meg so much, you are actually such an inspiration for everyone and the way you care for your ponies is so amazing ❤
Jam is a superstar and will heal beautifully, I'm sure. I'm glad you aren't rushing her. She deserves the time to heal completely. I'm glad you're looking out for her mental welfare as well as her physical welfare. Good on you!
I'm so relieved that there is something that can be done for Jammie and Kudos to you Meg for putting your horses first. It shows how much you truly love them. You have a heart of gold and you will be back at Badminton better than ever as Jammie will be pain free. I have all my fingers crossed that the surgery goes well and Jam recovers well. I absolutely love Jammie, she's an amazingly talented horse 🐎 ❤❤❤
You made a very wise and compassionate decision. Jam deserves her rest. It will free you up for other things or give you room to rest, whichever you choose. You will come back confident in whatever you decide to do.
Definitely making the right call for Jammy not rushing her back! You know her best she will tell you when she is ready. And well done for listening to your horses its lovely to see ❤
Oh Meg, you really are the most amazing person and horse owner! You have always put your horses first & done right by them. I wish more people were like you! This isn’t the end!! Sending lots of love to you & the ponies ❤ wishing Winnie and Jam a full recovery x
So nice to see how you put your horses needs first! They're all lucky to be with you ❤
There will always be another competition. You're an amazing horsewoman putting your horses first! Wishing the girls a speedy recovery ❤❤
Good call Meg!! More time to spend with the lovely Wilma!! We don’t see enough of her. Speedy recovery for Winnie and Jam.
It’s so hard sometimes to know what the right decision to make is. There are so many things that go into it. And in the end, like you said, they don’t owe us anything. They always give us all they can. And we have to give it back to them.
That’s what having horses is all about. You are such e special person Meg. Thank you 🤍
I feel for you because I have been there. Also anyone who would shame you for representing her to that jump doesn't understand how every horse is different and situations come up where you need to try again to get answers. I think it's amazing that you have the opportunity to give your horses such great care. Don't feel bad about being upset about these things; even though they are "small" to some or you have "more horses to ride" doesn't mean that you can't get upset when some of them are not well. You love all of them and it shows ❤
Best decision for darling Jammy, hope all goes well and her recovery is quick and complete! Hope sweet Winnie gets back soon as well, pulled muscles do hurt...
Aw Meg! So sorry you've had such a tough week! Prayers for Winnie and Jam having full recoveries. It's just one of those things about horses, and they are lucky to have you ❤
Ive had a horse week from hell this last week too 😢 also your skin is looking amazing
I always notice megs skin and eyebrows 😍
Its so heart breaking when you have one of your horses lame, I love Jam and I'm hoping she comes back with a fire in her belly and better than she was before, she is an amazing mare Meg, never give up on her, one day she may win a 1* or even compete 2*, you never know, we all love and support you Megan x
Great video Meg. Thank you for the updates. Hoping for a full recovery for both Jam and Winnie.
I’m so sorry I really hope jam and Winnie get better soon because I all ready miss seeing u ride them ❤❤❤ jam is the best horse in the WORLD hope u still have fun on bear and ur other pony’s but it will just make u realises how good she is! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ LOVE YOU
She’s lucky to have an owner like you ❤ and I totally understand the putting the foot down to write off the end of the season. I did the same for my mare after her colic surgery. She could have come back quick enough and she ended up coming back even quicker than expected but it didn’t feel right to push her to try to get there in a set time. Jammie will be back better than ever soon ❤
Am so very sorry you & Hobbit (& the ponies) are going through all this. It sounds like you are both doing your very best for your ponies, as always. They will both get better🙏 and will be up and running before too long. Your heartache is clearly visible and understandable❤ It's commendable that you are so in tune with your ponies. Sending love & hugs to all Team Elphick❤🤗 & especially to Winnie & Jam❤❤
Wishing your horses a speedy and healthy recovery Meg! xx
So sorry for you to have to go through 2 injuries at once it really is heartbreaking! Glad both are things which could be found and fixed!
This is really heartbreaking to hear Meg I was looking forward to see jam at the 1* but the wellbeing of your ponies is more important this was the best choice Meg ❤
Well done Meg to explain and your best decision making for Winnie and Jammy ! Some space in between for more successful seasons .
so sorry to hear about winnie and jam 😭 I'm wishing them the best and fullest recovery. disappointing to miss out with them but better to listen to the ponies, and i love that you do that ❤ if you care for your horse, you put them first.
That is a bummer! I hope both mares are feeling better soon! ❤
Oh you guys🥹🥹well done for trusting your gut Meg! Wishing them both a safe recovery💕💕💕
You made the absolute best decision for both horses. Sending lots of positive vibes your way❤
At 0:31 you can just tell how much her horses mean to her and how much her horses love her back. ❤
Good job spotting the problem so quickly , one of our young colts just had a bone chip ( caused by playing at being a young colt)surgically removed he had 6 weeks off training & is all good & back in early work. ❤
Really glad that you've been able to find what is the cause of both of your horses' lameness. Fingers crossed both will be on the mend and back to themselves very soon.
Such as shame that Winnie and Jam aren’t 100% but they’ll be back to normal soon I’m sure! Excited to watch you and Wilma boss the 80 champs at Bramham next year, it’s my local event so I’ll definitely be there! ❤
aww poor jammy, whinnie and meg!!! sending the speediest recovery to them both❤️🩹
Watching the ads to help pay for Megs vet bills😂😂
Hahahaha legend 😂😂
Me too 😂❤
18:16 this is the EXACT thing that happened with me and my little gray 2* horse years ago.. he had very uncharacteristic stops on course at a jump with a drop on the back side. He passed every vet check before we traveled and on site at the event but when I got home and had the X-RAYS done, sure enough, bone chip in the joint. We opted for arthroscopic surgery to remove it and he came back 100% but it did take time and patience. Hang in there Meg! You’ll get there soon enough ❤
I had a mare who at 5yo just wasn’t quite right. She was sound, but positive to a flexion. We x rayed her fetlock and found a chip/ OCD fragment that was loose. She has fetlock arthroscopy surgery and had 4 months box rest and nearly a year of rehab and she has been sound since! The surgery showed the fragment had been so loose it had damaged all the cartilage in her joint, but we are 7 years post surgery with no problems!
Oh Meggy I'm so so sorry ❤️. Sending you so much love xx
Meg I’m sorry you’ve had this double blow. I know how disappointing this is for you, but am glad that both your sweet girls have treatable issues. I also applaud you for being a good horse woman and putting your horses first! I’ve actually had to retire my top mare due to a career ending torn ligament, which we also think she injured out in her pasture. That blow hit me hard, but I take comfort from the fact that she gave me her best years, and that she’s still comfortable enough to retire. Especially since my vet said most horses with that kind of injury have to be euthanized. So I’m grateful I still have my once in a lifetime girl.
Wishing your girls speedy recoveries! Much love from the U.S. ❤
That’s gut wrenching, so sorry to hear that! Glad she’s able to have a happy retirement though ❤️
Meg, my horse got a similar keyhole procedure (2 days ago already a year ago!) and he has quickly improved in competing! Completely different and way nicer horse. I wish you all the best because it is very scary! But I also trust everything will be fine
There is always another year! You and jam are amazing team and hopefully after she's had an op and recovered you can both have an easy winter and be ready to hopefully go next year ❤❤❤
Chin up Meg, you made the right call and put your ponies first. They will bounce back better and you’ll be confident knowing you did everything you could to protect them. Hugs xxx
Poor Jammie and Winnie been through the wars but time is a great healer and they will both come back stronger and be ready for new adventures next season. Sending love and hugs 🥰🤗
I’m so sorry Megan that’s such a lot of worry but good that you’ve worked out what’s wrong and have treatment plans. Eye on the long term (I tell myself this two weeks post op from a total knee replacement!).
So sorry, Meg. But you’re putting your girls first, and that’s the most important thing. Good luck with the surgery - keep us posted! ❤❤❤❤
Oh no that is really upsetting and I hope they feel better soon!! This is what happens with horses like you said Meg “they are prone” to injury. This is what we sign up for when we get horses it is a risk we take! My beautiful Welsh went lame and it was upsetting news but Meg I want you to read this and stay hopeful they get better soon!! Your doing really well and we all love you three so much. Everyone is keeping there fingers crossed for you ❤
Meg, you truly are one of the BEST examples of an owner putting the care and overall welfare of the horse(s) over your own wishes, goals, and dreams for said horse(s). Wishing NOTHING but healing and the best recovery for Jam and Winnie. 🤍🤎
You are so choosing the right path for both horses, but especially Jam. She is such a Brave Horse that when she says no, there is a reason for it for sure. And you found it really quickly.
I wonder if the side bone, which is a stress response-excess bone being laid down to strengthen the main bone due to weight-loading pressures- might’ve started back when she originally got the tendon injury on the other leg. I wouldn’t be surprised at all. I have knee and ankle issues from injuries, and when I limp too much on one side, even slightly, I pay for it on the other leg later.
Very possible I’m sure, will be interesting to X-ray her feet in a few weeks and see the change!
Ah, Meg! I'm so sorry. Thank you for letting us know b/c it's been preying on me re: Jam. Of course you made the only right decision to just ditch the season and give her every chance. And I'm sure Winnie will be fine--youngsters are so good at screwing themselves up, aren't they? Anyway, hang in there. You're doing everything you can do, and they know that and appreciate it. {{{HUGS}}}
Oh Meg what a crappy time u have had recently,but at the end of the day they will recover and become 100% again which is totally the main thing,it's just such a kick in the guts for you. Gutted for you for grassroots though❤ keep your chin up.x😊
Sending lots of love you way! I'm relieved that all of this was detected and can be cured.
I had the same thing with my pony, a summer show with harder ground and we couldn’t get over a fence, diagnosed with side bone, heart bar shoes on and a lot of rehab and we are performing better than ever now!
i was afraid to say anything and to ask. people get upset and hurt over the smallest of things and i didnt want to pester,so this is a relief to hear that Jam is in good hands and will be receiving quality treatment. She is my favorite one to watch Eventing and showing. Prayers are with you all that the procedures and recoveries go well and protection for you and your family that you remain in good health always.
Yes, I did wonder but it's such good news that it doesn't look like anything permanent. ❤ Hugs to you all and here's to taking time for your own bit of break if possible. So much hopefulness for better days ahead! We all need box rest from time to time. ❤❤
Thanks for showing all the sides of horsemanship. Best of all thanks for not pushing Jam - you’re the best ❤
sorry to hear this about your girls, but you are doing the right thing for Jam! you will have next year! Just think of all the work you can now do with Wilma.
Aww I’m so sorry to hear that win win and jammy aren’t doing too well, I hope they come back to themselves soon!❤
Bad luck this year Meg, but onwards and upwards for you all xx
I am so happy it is not something serious. I mean it is not great news, but i was expecting so much worse. I love and appreciate that your horses being happy and sound are foremost on your mind. I loved watching you accept her refusal and say wow something is really wrong. That only comes with knowing your horses well. meg you are a horse woman in the truest sense of the words. As always much love to all the Pony's and especially to Jam.
Oh Meg! I noticed you’d changed from Winnie to Wilma at Solihull and wondered why. We still had Winnie on the running order. Fingers crossed she’s fighting fit again soon.
But poor Jammie 😢 I feel so sad for you that she’s not going to qualify for Badders, but you’ve shown that the horse always comes first. I hope she’s feeling better soon xx
So sorry to hear this Meg. Wishing both girls a speedy recovery ❤
So much love to you Meg such a brilliant horse Mum. Do hope that Jam and Winnie make a full recovery soon. So glad that you are in tune with them therefore giving both the best chance of getting back on track. 😍
You then Tina? Not the year, it’s so sad to see you not eventing this season, but I can tell how much you care for your horses, hope it gets better for you meg, love you lots, sending hugs to the ponies x
Ugh! What an awful week! I am glad Winnie is getting better by the day and you have a plan for getting Jam back to feeling better
Thank you for sharing all that you share! It’s always tough when our four legged partners aren’t feeling 100% but then to allow us in on the story, (which is continued great learning for all of us as well) well, that is so greatly appreciated!
That is some bad luck but I’m glad it’s nothing permanent for either of the girlies. Sending love and healing vibes! ❤
Whew, I clicked on this so quickly when I saw the title!!! It's not permanent, and a 'boring vlog' shows what the reality is like for you amazing ladies! It's frustrating as hell but you gotta surf the wave and hang in there - we're all here rooting for you! And yes, you can go camp at Badders, get slightly buzzed without having to worry about waking up early in the morning to get ready to compete - maybe work on your quarter-markings?? LOL.
What a wonderful baby who knew to tell you that she couldn't go...and so amazing that you listened to her! I totally agree that re-presenting was a good idea to be sure! Good girl 😊
Im just so happy that Jammy said "i don't wanna do this" and you listened. That might make her want to tell you when she's feeling unwell more, because she knows you will listen to her
I totally sympathize with the disappointment but I am so glad your ponies have a good prognosis and a solid plan moving forward. Love and best wishes to you and the herd.
Oh I have had weeks like what you had, they are rough! I love how much you consider your horses, Winnie will recuperate and hopefully there is no issue with her hip. Love the plan you have for Jammy, it’s not just about the physical but the mental as well. With surgery and time, she will be raring to go when Spring comes ❤ And don’t ever let a comment make you question the decisions you make with your horses, I would have done the same thing! Good on ya Meg ❤️🩹
So weird Meg I am having exactly the same issue as Winnie with my horse. Did something muscular in the field, super sudden change in his behaviour and refusing to work at all, (he’s dramatic lol) even down to the remedial shoeing as well! We are back riding slowly so fingers crossed for you ❤
I love that you are doing everything you can to get Jam happy and healthy again, and not everything you can to get her competing again. ❤️
I have had a similar experience, where my horse suddenly started kicking out which is really unusual for her. It has taken us 2+ months to try and find the cause. It is a real shame about jammy and badminton, I am gutted for you, but you have done the complete right thing to not rush her recovery, this is the reality of owning horses. I wish Jammy and Winnie the best recovery ❤️🩹
Thank you for the update. Wishing Winnie and Jam both a full and speedy recovery. How is sidebone treated? Hyaluronic acid injections and rest? So glad you are having the chip surgically removed. Hope her recovery goes smoothly. Would love to hear her vet talk about her surgery and recovery /treatment plan. Take your time and bring her back slowly at her pace. Looking forward to seeing her next year and seeing Bear at a dressage show. Who will you bring to London- Wilma?
I was waiting for the update for Jam, bless her. She is a diamond and you always put the horse first. Winnie woo such a silly billy hope she is fit and sound soon. xx
What a blow for you Meg but thank goodness you know Jammy so well. It’s just a blip and she will be back making more of your dreams come true! Horses wellbeing first always.
Bless you. Horse owning is such a roller coaster, and you are doing your absolute best for yours. I totally feel your pain right now.... if only they could talk :(
Absolutely the best decision Meg….the care you have for your gorgeous ponies is beautiful 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻🥰❤️💯💯
Wasn't as bad as I thought thank goodness! Speedy recovery for the girls. And hope to see more of you and Wilma x
Heart palpitations when I seen this posted, thank actual god Jam is going to be ok I was so sick to my stomach waiting for an update😭❤️ you’re an amazing horsey mum Meg! always doing the best for them☹️❤️ knew Win was missing!! Hope she’s ok too☹️🎀 they will be cause they have you. Bless you. Why do we do this😒😂xx
Meg is just, so amazing for putting Winnie and Jammy first and hope both ponies get better soon! 😊
I don’t want to downplay what happened to Jam but you honestly got lucky. My gelding went the tiniest bit lame on one foot just like you said jam did - only sometimes noticeable and only on the lunge. We live pretty rural so there isn’t a readily available X-ray near us, so we weren’t able to X-ray him for a few months. In the meantime we tried everything else we could think of but absolutely nothing helped and we couldn’t figure out what was wrong at all. When we finally could make it to the vet 3 hours away with the X-ray, he scanned him and immediately found the problem. He’d fractured one side of his pedal bone on one of his front feet (I don’t remember which one it was now). Solution ended up being a specialised shoe to protect the bone while it healed and basically a year of doing nothing (not box rest because movement was important to keep blood flow but just complete turnout for a year). Thankfully it did heal ok and he eventually went back into work again but it was such a roller coaster of a journey.
Oh boy, that it was a tremendous roller coaster. How stressful not to be able to find out right away what was going on. I’m so glad you hung in there.
Oh Meg, bless you. What a shitty week. I am so disappointed for you BUT admire you so much. You always put you horses first and their health is your top priority. Jammy will be right again in time and so will Winnie (her head in your lap was the sweetest). This just means you can go to Badders and enjoy supporting Em! So much love to you all xxxx p.s can we please have an Ari, Moose, Brego update sometime? ❤
Proud of you for posting this as we all know what some people can be like! As long as you do what’s best for the horses and you ❤
Example of what being a true horseman(person) is. Jam couldn’t have a better owner than you Meg.
Awh thank you ❤️
I agree with the way you are feeling Meg, you know your babies better than anyone else. I wish all the girls a speedy recovery. Thinking of you all xxx