Ocon

Meet Ocon

Wee man Ocon is now looking for a new home as a non-ridden companion. When Ocon first arrived at the farm he was semi-handled and very underweight. Once he was back up to a healthy weight and had the time to settle in, we introduced him to some work. However, due to hindlimb confirmation issues, he sadly became lame with the added workload. Due to his confirmation behind, Ocon’s movement will need to be assessed before each trim by his farrier, to make sure that they trim his feet accordingly to stop his hind leg becoming misshapen. He behaves well getting his feet done and with a competent handler is good for the vet. He can get a little unsure when having injections, but we have found pressure release work has been beneficial. Ocon has been over the fence from mares and seems fine, so we feel he would be suitable to be in or across from mares going forward. Ocon will be looking for friends who also need their grazing restricted. If you think that Ocon is the companion for you, please apply online.

Important stuff

Ocon can never be ridden or driven.

All equines in our centres are regularly assessed by a team of experts including a vet, physiotherapist and farrier, and these assessments have found that Ocon is not suitable to be worked.

History

Ocon came into World Horse Welfare care in April 2023 as part of a large welfare case of ponies. He was in poor body condition on arrival at Belwade Farm.

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