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  Discussion on Growth of withers
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Member:
Maggienm

Posted on Wednesday, Sep 29, 2004 - 10:17 am:

While most growth is finished earlier it I have been frequently told that the withers don't finish getting theifinal height until the horse is 7. The term I have heard is springing.
What I am wondering is does this happen between 6-7 or duriing the 7th year?
Also, how much would the change in withers affect the fit of the saddle? If I bought a saddle to fit a 4 year old would it likely still fit at 7?
Thank you
Member:
Dres

Posted on Wednesday, Sep 29, 2004 - 10:35 am:

Lori, I believe that all the bones and growth plates are pretty much done/ closed around 3 years old.. younger in some.. having said that, the horse can still add height by gaining muscle in the top line.. thus 'lifting' the shoulders/scapula .. most likely the saddle will need to be adjusted to the 'muscle' development in your growing horse....



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