This message is from: "kngould" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sounds like a great ride, Lee. I'll have to try your method with my less
brave Friesian...Oh, wait a minute! I CAN'T get off and on him in the field,
he's too tall! Just one more reason why I LOVE my Fjords.
Kim
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To: <fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com>
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:13 AM
Subject: The Power of Grass
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Iâ?Tve been hesitant to ride my mare, Vivi, alone on our property. She
isnâ?Tt
always brave and does depend on my husbandâ?Ts mare, Nora, to steady her
nerves. But, last week, after two weeks of no one to ride with, we
ventured
out. I had given some thought, â?oworriedâ?, Â Â about where to go and
how to
get her to relax and enjoy being with me.
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We first rode around in a field close to our other Fjords and then went
down
the driveway away from our property. She became a little concerned but was
a
very good girl. After a couple of minutes of true bravery, I rewarded her
by
getting off and letting her nibble grass. (I do not want to create the
habit
of her trying to nibble while we are riding, thatâ?Ts why I got off) We
continued on down the road and into another field. Every time she
â?ofeltâ?
somewhat nervous but then relaxed, I jumped off and she nibbled. It was a
tricky balance. I didnâ?Tt want to jump off and reward her for acting
nervous.
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This trail ride went on for more than an hour. I lengthened the amount of
time
between the nibble sessions and was amazed at what a wonderful time we
had. We
will definitely do this again. Maybe Iâ?Tll take treats with me while
riding
in the woods.
Â
Lee
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