Posted by Racer on May 14, 2004, at 1:24:57
In reply to I survived!, posted by DaisyM on May 13, 2004, at 20:49:06
> The guide says, "just turn around and stop and he'll stop behind you. You have to show him who is in charge." Ummmm....my horse just walked right by me!
That's a dominance thing. It means that he was checking out if you'd let him get away with it -- like a teenager testing limits. The right answer is to spin at him and glare at him. Remember, mares are always in charge, so he's hardwired to listen to you -- after he's checked out whether you mean it.
>> I had to use the stool to get in the saddle, I"m so short!That's much better for their backs, which are pretty fragile overall. If you can avoid getting on from the ground, do it.
I'm glad for any help I could offer. And I'm glad you had a successful retreat.
Sorry, I'm too far gone right now to say more, but I'm very glad this worked out so well for you.
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