My weaned foal isn't eating hard feed. Is it safe to buy him?

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I have bought a foal who was weaned 3 weeks ago, since weaning he has had a bad cold, vet treated with 8 days worth of antibiotics but foal is still not eating hard feed. He is happy eating haulage and symptom free but still not 100% himself. He is still with the breeder and I'm wondering if I should still go ahead with the purchase of him? Pet's info: Other | Other Pet - Not Listed | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 10 days old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I don't think purchasing him at this stage is a good idea. He could have lung scarring from the infection that could cause issues down the line. I guess it really depends on what you want to do with him. Will he be just a pleasure horse or are you wanting to compete with him?

My weaned foal isn't eating hard feed. Is it safe to buy him?

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