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RE: [RC] Horse intro to elec. fencing? - Potato

I have started many horses on electric fences.  For my foals I like to put a single strand across the corner of their box stall.  That is their introduction.
However, for most just let them touch it,.. Bingo,. the lesion is quick and good.
You are not associated with it unless you are luring them to it.
Potato
-----Original Message-----
From: ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Barbara Berlitz
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2004 7:38 PM
To: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [RC] Horse intro to elec. fencing?

I am looking for tips/advice on how or whether to introduce horses put in a new pasture to its electric fencing.
 
Should I let them bump it and fly away? risking flight/panic injuries?
 
Or make them bump it but have violated their trust?
 
Or warn them away and let them take the consequences? OR what??? Yikes.
 
Tips welcome!
Barbara in Pacific Grove

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