Great story, well done on the rescue and care of a wonderful horse.
One of the daughters is into rescue greyhounds and used to love horses, but now with a family doesnt have the time to go out on the horses any more.
Good job in one way as the last time, one reared up and hit her in the mouth, lucky she didnt loose any teeth.
Have fun and wish you and the horse well, hope he recovers and is ready to compete next year.