> Well, if you breed two horses that require mechanical or other > manipulation to gait properly, the odds are that their offspring will > be of similar quality (ie., will require that their gait be made > artificially). Ensures plenty of work for future generations of > trainers and professional riders.
Lynn, I think you mentioned the other day about the Paso gaits and their concentration on good timing (purity of gaits), as opposed to speed. I think that's something that could be brought into the Icelandic Horse world. I think speed possibly deteriorates the gaits. Maybe "deteriorate" isn't the right word? Opinions? Judy