I think it is owner neglect myself -- IMO, a horse doesn't just end up that skinny on its own - being fed a proper diet.   IMO.

I found out, it IS cushings -- the horse has.  So, my BO who is really just the wife of the horseman, she admittedly doesn't know much about horses had it wrong, b/c I mentioned cushings.

Yes, to be allowed to board at this barn - they have to have current vaccinations, and negative coggins.  However, the one thing you  miss before you let someone come in is actual seeing the physical horse.  What a disappointment.   Unfortunately they are stalled next to my gelding.