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Re: RC: RC: Stallions
In a message dated 8/29/00 12:23:47 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
lkpeasley@ucdavis.edu writes:
<< This is not a problem that I envision being unique to this fellow,
but to just about any stallion. >>
So they say, but I have yet to ride a stallion where it is a problem, and
I've ridden several. Some HORSES (not just stallions) elevate their heart
rates over trivial things more readily than others--I've seen many a gelding
check in at 80 at the pre-ride check, simply worried over the strange
surroundings. If a stallion happens to be one of those horses, then the
mares (or strange horses in general) simply provide one more stimulus over
which to become excited. Nothing scientific here, but my theory is that
different individuals react differently about what is a stressor that causes
adrenaline release.
As for managing stallions--the main thing is for it to be almost reflex that
you keep them focused on YOU, rather than on what is going on around them.
I've also found it easier to manage stallions who live in close proximity to
mares at home and realize that it is no big deal most of the time.
Heidi
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