RE: Young horses etc.

["Wilcocks, Carol" <cwilcocks@aidpo.agric.wa.gov.au>]

Thank you for your advice in regards to my problem with my young fella. I 
think that ponying is a great idea, particularly with all the gear on etc. 
and will start him out on this as soon as he's shod and maybe even before he 
goes to the trainer. Someone made the comment that I should find a 'good' 
trainer, as opposed to a 'tough' trainer; in defence of my trainer, I have 
seen many problem horses come back from her ultimately very well mannered, 
who had failed at attempts with PNH etc. and she is definitely NOT rough in 
any way, but very strict in gaining their respect. As you said, many of these 
horses that are round pen broke ARE a danger and have no respect at all for 
you while on board! I agree with your sentiments exactly.  
Regards,
Carol and the gang.