Some people may find that this is the wrong and probably worst
thing to do but.....I go in the pasture and catch my horse and while he is
next to me on a lead rope I will jump around and wave my arms and yell "Boo!"
Sounds weird. I did it the first time and he freaked then I verbally let him
know he was safe. Then I waited a couple of days and did it again. Etc. I was
at the point where I did it every day. Now he is bomb
proof.
Hi
all, I am looking for advice on the best way to take an inexperienced 5
yo and get him used to "spookies" out on the trail. my gelding is
green broke, and in the ring, we're working on bending and balancing.
On the trails he does BIG spooks, like a big spin at a rock, then
he'll walk on by. He's very eager to please and inquisitive, which
helps, and I want him to be happy and enjoy himself. How can I help him
get over these "moments" so we have a more enjoyable ride? What
have people done in the past to work younger horses out on the
trail?
Also, for conditioning, how much ring work v. trails do people
like to do? I can usually ride 3-4 times a week, only able to take
longer trail rides on weekends.
My goals are being able to ride
alone on local trails and to try an LD or local ride this summer. I just
want to be safe, and have fun
with him! thanks! moriah
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