Dave's Mam
Well-Known Member
Probably been asked before, but has anyone ever experienced a change of yard having an effect on their horse's general demeanour?
For the past year, Dave has been on a Farm. He was constantly stressy, wound up & everything was a drama. Farrier visits were a fight & he was just generally unsettled.
Last week, I moved him to a private livery yard which my friend has rented in its entirety. It's very relaxed, but we have a good routine.
Dave has settled instantly, leading well, walking & trotting in hand in the school. So today was Crunch Day. Farrier time. I was dreading it, but blow me sideways, he stood like an old pro, didn't snatch a foot once, an absolute gem. Even the farrier commented on how relaxed he is.
Any thoughts? I think someone has stolen my little grump & replaced him with a happy amenable pony who is quite content!
For the past year, Dave has been on a Farm. He was constantly stressy, wound up & everything was a drama. Farrier visits were a fight & he was just generally unsettled.
Last week, I moved him to a private livery yard which my friend has rented in its entirety. It's very relaxed, but we have a good routine.
Dave has settled instantly, leading well, walking & trotting in hand in the school. So today was Crunch Day. Farrier time. I was dreading it, but blow me sideways, he stood like an old pro, didn't snatch a foot once, an absolute gem. Even the farrier commented on how relaxed he is.
Any thoughts? I think someone has stolen my little grump & replaced him with a happy amenable pony who is quite content!