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With 20 years in the Therapeutic Riding field I have to comment on the
letter concerning mounts who flunk out. I'm sure Fjords just like every other
breed have mounts who are better suited to one job or another. Our program
coexists with an "able bodied" program so most of the mounts are used in both
which we believe really helps with "burn out."
A big misconception about riders in Therapeutic Programs is that it's
basically glorified pony rides. We have riders who walk, trot, canter and
jump. They compete in Dressage, Low level Eventing and Hunter shows. We have
a Drill Team that is made up of Therapeutic Riders and Able bodied riders --
they perform a 10 minute intricate drill to music. We hope to include Nina
(our Fjord) and Frodo as a pair in the "Mainstreamers" this year. We've never
had another mount who matches Frodo before.
One thing I always advise people is when donating a mount get everything in
writing. That way you the donor can choose to take the animal back if it
doesn't work out or give permission to sell it.
Robyn in MD
