Calmers

[Parkranger]

OK, alot of people post on here about calmers but I wondered what people's feelings were on them?

I had a horrible time with Ty in the winter and although I was tempted, I never put him on anything as I knew that being ridden everyday and paying close attention to his diet was the only way to get him through - touch wood he is now.

So why do you feed calmers? Are you against them?

I don't want to start an arguement but a healthy debate would be interesting as I've never used them so maybe a little uneducated on them.

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[Agent XXX999]

Depends on whether you have a horse with a problem or a horse who is underworked and bored for instance.

Have had horses in full work (competition fitness and out competing) who get very het up no matter how calmly and consistently you ride them, and calmers have worked for them. Sometimes, especially with horses that compete and have that 'sharp' mind, life all gets a bit much and you do need help! Would not put a horse on a calmer if they were a bit fresh!

Have also used them on hormonal mares....

Its horses for courses really!