Recent content by Jackie72

Oh thank you!! Its such a relief that there have been successes... I think he has had a few homes.. I guess this may be why! His previous owner had no problems at all (no mares) and actually sold him because he was too slow and boring. He has never been a problem on spring grass, maybe a bit...

Just out of interest has anybody managed a riggy gelding, on supplements, while out with mares? This is all so frustrating as I was just beginning to get my confidence with him, now I am terrified again, I did some groundwork with him yesterday and will continue to do so until he calms down...

Thank you for your reply, I will get him tested for sure by the vet. Its just so dramatic. I have always felt that he had the potential to throw his weight around, but this is dreadful. I am a nervous rider anyway (15 year break). At our previous yard the summer turnout for the mares was next...

Hello :) I am new here and I am seeking advice about dealing with a "riggy" horse. My safe, sane, plod has turned into an ASBO cob! He has always had a bit of a stroppy side and could be bolshy to handle. I have had to move to grass livery and he is turned out with a couple of mares and he...

Hello! I am new here and I am seeking advice about dealing with a "riggy" horse. My safe, sane, plod has turned into an ASBO cob! He has always had a bit of a stroppy side and could be bolshy to handle. I have had to move to grass livery and he is turned out with a couple of mares and he has...