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there is no such thing as a bombproof horse. horse will react, its not if its when. Some horses, admittedly are quieter and less spooky than others in a variety of situations but no horse is bombproof. horses are flight animals, they react first and ask questions later. some horses 'spook' more...

try to keep the horse occupied when in the school or outside. serpentine's, loops, circles, squares, changes of rein and pace can all help to keep the horse thinking and not make it think about bucking. have you had all the tack checked etc?

thank you for all the advise.

He is the only horse I am nervous on - I have plenty of hroses at my disposal (luckily) and there is one mare I ride who can do almost anything to me and I am not bothered amd am never nervous about riding her!

does his passport/etc not state what his parents were?

Long Post - Please be patient all help and advise welcomed!!!! I had a lesson today on a horse I have ridden a few times. My instructor said however that when I ride this horse I am a passenger and not a rider becuase the horse takes the micky, avoids corners and doesn't respond as it should...

thanks a lot for the advise

thanks for the help - anyone else got any input?

Hello all - this is my first thread and it;s about one of my more serious issues. I enjoy horses and horse riding. I am wanting to train towards a BHSI and am very keen, and read a lot. I am very comfortable and confident on the ground with horses and have no fears at all, however when it...

Some of the trainers I have spoken to prefer the side reins with elastic in them because they tend to have a little bit more give.