We used to have two dogs, one Aussie, one Border
Collie. They loved going riding with me and the horses looked to the
dogs as barometers of trail conditions. If the dogs looked happy and
forward, the horses knew everything was OK.
I am not wanting to fall off any more...two total hips etc...so
had lost alot of confidence as far as big fast trotting - as it is when I
am in the up stroke of the post that my horses have done the instant
190...and I am like the road runner hanging in mid air. But now I have
my ace in the hole! A dog...part heeler, part something...can go all
day..pretty much stays right infront of me on the trail..My horse hauls ass
with narry a spoke as long as dog is in the lead. the only issue i have
had is when dog is diverted by a chipmunk and my horse wants to follow her!
