Recent content by elliepony123

Tried some of the advice today. Made her wait on the way to the field when silly and also then wait for the treat in the field. So much better - Thank you all. Sixteen hands of chestnut mare on your toes is not nice.

Make sure that your dog does lots in the day to be really tired. When my collie was young, my partner and I played loads of games with him every day. The radio works well on low on a relaxing station. Not loud pop music though! I put in the basket / crate an old jumper which I have worn so it...

Ebay good for specialist saddles and brand names. I sold 2 saddles. Did best on Albion.

Thanks everyone for the advice. Forgot to mention her colour CHESTNUT!!!!!!!! Perhaps that's the problem!! Only kidding, nothing, against chestnut mares.

Thanks a lot for the advice. What exactly is a be nice headcollar? Excellent advice re the lead to the field. Think often I am so worried that I rush things to get it over with and need to take my time re manners. Also see what you mean re treat. Not to have it until we are there and standing...

E Bay is brilliant. I have sold 2 saddles on it recently and been really pleased. Use a reserve to be sure you get what you want.

Does anyone know of anyone who is good teaching flatwork in Hurst Green / Cranbrook region? Someone very positive with a sense of humour!

Thanks for all the advice. Only gives me a worrying time on the way to the field. She can do what she likes when she's in it. Not sure re chiffney as delicate in the mouth. Just leaps up and down on the spot etc. Does not help that geldings usually are shouting to her!! Treats help eg apple...

My horse is very lively when I turn her out in the field - any advice? She is a 6 year old mare turned out in a paddock next to 3 geldings. Dare not put her with one due to she might kick!! She bounces along leaping about - worries me to death. After a mad dash round and a chat to the boys over...