So, there is a horse right across the road from the farm that my family owns.

The pro's:

He is super close to us. (2 seconds away from our farm)

He's only $500.

He is a Gelding

The Con's

Something is wrong with his foot

We have no where to put him, at the new house unless we keep him at the place he is 2 seconds away from.

So we have no idea what is up with his foot. it could be anything from something stuck in it to lame-ness. Then, I have to convince my parents, that is if he is not hurt that we can keep him at the new place.

But before I get my hopes up, what could possibly make him want to favor his foot?

SSOstar said:
Ruby, he may have sprained, torn a tendon, his hoof may be ingrown, he may have arthritis. Best bet is to get a vet to look at it before you buy him, and also to ask for a chance to ride him, if and when his hoof is better

OK. I mean he will literly cost me nothing as, I already have tack, feed, and a water trough, brushes, and we own an alfalfa farm so feed will cost me nothing but working around the house and stuff.

Im just scared that if I get my hopes up it will end up being a no.

Ricochett said:
I believe he might be lame. Is there any swelling ? Any cuts or old wounds ? Any small knots ?