Wakefield Riding for the Disabled Association

Bramble on the Mend

Bramble's operation went well, he came home today with a
large bandage on his foot. He will need about 4 weeks rest,
antibiotics and lots of dressing changes, the vet was pleased with the procedure. It won't be long before he's back in lessons helping our riders.

Congratulations
To Yard Manager Carol, who got married on 4th September on the beautiful Scottish Island of Sanda. Best Wishes to Carol and Dean for a long and happy marriage from everyone at Wakefield RDA.

October Dressage Event

Our next Dressage Event is on Sunday 21st October
The tests are WRDA 1 (walk-trot), P4, P13 and N21.
Prizes and rosettes to 6th place, entry fee £8 per class,
closing date is 17th October,
ring for times between 6pm and 9pm on Friday 19th October.
It's a friendly competition so come and have a go!
Phone 01924 241341 for details.

Bramble to go under the Knife!

Bramble is booked in at Ledston Equine Clinic in Castleford on Thursday 20th September to have an operation on his hoof. He's had a recurring abscess for over a year now and it just won't go away! The treatment requires him to be sedated whilst part of his hoof wall is removed, then a small tumour removed.
The vet Jo Upex said "It's a very bloody procedure but we are expecting positive results".


We are very grateful to riders and volunteers who have fundraised and made donations towards Bramble's care over the past year, more fundraising events are planned to cover the cost of the operation and aftercare.