Horse identity
Check that the passport, microchip or registration matches the horse for sale.
Buyer record packs
Review the records before you buy.
Every horse listing shows which records are available, when they were completed and who provided them.
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Included in the buyer pack
What is available with each horse.
Look for a matching horse identity, clear date and named provider on every record.
Vet examination
See when the horse was examined, who completed the check and what was included.
X-rays and scans
Request the original files and let your own veterinarian review them.
Vaccines, teeth and feet
Review current vaccines, dental care, shoeing and treatment notes.
Work and competition history
Compare the records with the work you plan to do after purchase.
Your veterinarian's review
Ask what the findings mean for you and whether extra checks are needed.
Before purchase
Request the pack. Choose your checks. Ask your vet.
- 01Request the buyer record pack
We share the records listed on the horse's sales page.
- 02Choose any extra checks
Your veterinarian can request more tests or images before you buy.
- 03Review the findings
Your veterinarian explains what they may mean for your plans and future care.
Pause the purchase if
The information is not clear.
- The identity on a record does not match the horse.
- You receive screenshots when original files should be available.
- The date, provider or type of check is missing.
- You are discouraged from using your own veterinarian or trainer.
- Someone says a vet check guarantees future health or performance.
- You are pushed to pay before the horse, seller and contract are verified.
Buyer note
Records support a purchase decision. They are not a guarantee.
A health check shows what the veterinarian found on that day. Ask your own veterinarian to review the horse and the complete files before buying.
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